Millinery Collection

Cowboy riding elk, Sheridan, Wyoming, USA
Cowboy riding an elk in the high street, Sheridan, Wyoming, USA. Date: circa 1910

Rubans de Paris - Corner of Maddox Street / St George Street
Rubans de Paris (Milliner and Draper) - Corner of Maddox Street (39a) / St George Street, London. Date: 1930s

Tatler front cover, 1958
Front cover of The Tatler for April 1958 featuring a model wearing a hat, or Easter bonnet, by French designer Pierre Cardin, using yards of wide-mesh net, swathed on a white

Vanity by William Barribal
A young woman beams widely as she adjusts her large Merry Widow style hat, gripping an evil-looking hat pin in her mouth. Date: 1910

Tatler front cover, June 1960

Georgia - Tbilisi - A Tanner and Fur Hatter
Fur Hatter and tanner at Tbilisi, the capital (and largest) city in Georgia - formerly known as Tiflis. Located strategically at the crossroads between Europe and Asia

Kangol advertisement 1956
Advertisement for Kangol hats showing three chic, elegant women wearing Kangol hats (of course) at an event, possibly a private view at an art gallery

Cover of Eve Magazine August 1926 featuring a Glenster Hat
Cover of Eve Magazine 25 August 1926 featuring a Glenster Hat Date: 1926

Ascot hat from Debenham and Freebody, 1934
A stunning hat of organdie in an elusive shade of brown ; the brim reinforced in an open lattice insertion in which golden threads mingle with the organdie. Perfect for Ladies Day at Royal Ascot

Millinery Class
Schoolgirls at a London County Council School learning hat- making in a millinery class. Date: early 1930s

Woman in giant pouf hairstyle with ringlets, era of Marie Antoin
5893552 Woman in giant pouf hairstyle with ringlets, era of Marie Antoin; (add.info.: Woman in giant pouf hairstyle with ringlets, era of Marie Antoinette)

Woman in giant pouf hairstyle, era of Marie Antoinette
5893551 Woman in giant pouf hairstyle, era of Marie Antoinette.; (add.info.: Woman in giant pouf hairstyle, era of Marie Antoinette)

Woman in fashionable large hat era of Marie Antoinette
5893550 Woman in fashionable large hat era of Marie Antoinette.; (add.info.: Woman in fashionable large hat era of Marie Antoinette)

Woman in ringlets with large bonnet, era of Marie Antoinette
5893549 Woman in ringlets with large bonnet, era of Marie Antoinette.; (add.info.: Woman in ringlets with large bonnet, era of Marie Antoinette)

Straw-hat makers, women and girl, sewing hats from braided and plaited straw in a milliner's shop
FLO4577816 Straw-hat makers, women and girl, sewing hats from braided and plaited straw in a milliner's shop. Handcoloured woodcut engraving from The Book of English Trades

Woman in bonnet wtih flowers, era of Marie Antoinette
5893561 Woman in bonnet wtih flowers, era of Marie Antoinette.; (add.info.: Woman in bonnet wtih flowers, era of Marie Antoinette)

Fashionable pouf bonnet from the era of Marie Antoinette
5893546 Fashionable pouf bonnet from the era of Marie Antoinette.; (add.info.: Fashionable pouf bonnet from the era of Marie Antoinette)

Fashionable bonnet from the era of Marie Antoinette
5893545 Fashionable bonnet from the era of Marie Antoinette.; (add.info.: Fashionable bonnet from the era of Marie Antoinette)

Fashionable hat from the era of Marie Antoinette
5893544 Fashionable hat from the era of Marie Antoinette.; (add.info.: Fashionable hat from the era of Marie Antoinette. Copperplate etching by Auguste Etienne Guillaumot from Costumes et coiffures)

An engraving depicting a Bazar on Oxford Street, London. The first floor was a picture gallery
5310681 An engraving depicting a Bazar on Oxford Street, London. The first floor was a picture gallery. The next level shown had counters for millinery, lace, hosiery, cutlery, jewellery, toys

Woman in pouf hairstyle and bonnet, era of Marie Antoinette
5893559 Woman in pouf hairstyle and bonnet, era of Marie Antoinette.; (add.info.: Woman in pouf hairstyle with ringlets and bonnet, era of Marie Antoinette)

Woman in fashionable straw hat, era of Marie Antoinette
5893556 Woman in fashionable straw hat, era of Marie Antoinette.; (add.info.: Woman in fashionable straw hat, era of Marie Antoinette)

Fashionable pouf bonnet from the era of Marie Antoinette
5893547 Fashionable pouf bonnet from the era of Marie Antoinette.; (add.info.: Fashionable pouf bonnet from the era of Marie Antoinette)

Fashionable hat from the era of Marie Antoinette
5893543 Fashionable hat from the era of Marie Antoinette.; (add.info.: Fashionable hat from the era of Marie Antoinette. Copperplate etching by Auguste Etienne Guillaumot from Costumes et coiffures)

Woman in giant bonnet with feathers, era of Marie Antoinette
5893555 Woman in giant bonnet with feathers, era of Marie Antoinette.; (add.info.: Woman in giant bonnet with feathers, era of Marie Antoinette)

Woman reading a book wearing a giant bonnet, era of Marie Antoin
5893548 Woman reading a book wearing a giant bonnet, era of Marie Antoin; (add.info.: Woman reading a book wearing a giant bonnet, era of Marie Antoinette)

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AI IMAGE - The Mad Hatter, from "Alice in Wonderland", 2023. Creator: Heritage Images
AI IMAGE - The Mad Hatter, from "Alice in Wonderland", 2023

AI IMAGE - The Mad Hatter, from "Alice in Wonderland", 2023. Creator: Heritage Images
AI IMAGE - The Mad Hatter, from "Alice in Wonderland", 2023

AI IMAGE - The Mad Hatter, from "Alice in Wonderland", 2023. Creator: Heritage Images
AI IMAGE - The Mad Hatter, from "Alice in Wonderland", 2023

AI IMAGE - The Mad Hatter, from "Alice in Wonderland", 2023. Creator: Heritage Images
AI IMAGE - The Mad Hatter, from "Alice in Wonderland", 2023

Illustration for Life of a Badly Brought Up Young Lady, 1779. Creator: Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki
Illustration for Life of a Badly Brought Up Young Lady, 1779

Fashion Plate (London Fashionable Full Dress), 1812. Creator: Unknown
Fashion Plate (London Fashionable Full Dress), 1812. From The Lady's Magazine

Fashion Plate (Head Dresses), 1823. Creator: Unknown
Fashion Plate (Head Dresses), 1823

The Milliner, 1746. Creator: Francois Boucher
The Milliner, 1746. A seller of trimmings for hats and her client

Elliott, Taylor, Woolfenden, millinery, Detroit, Mich. between 1905 and 1915. Creator: Unknown
Elliott, Taylor, Woolfenden, millinery, Detroit, Mich. between 1905 and 1915

Elliott, Taylor, Woolfenden, millinery, Detroit, Mich. between 1905 and 1915. Creator: Unknown
Elliott, Taylor, Woolfenden, millinery, Detroit, Mich. between 1905 and 1915

Fisher, Dorothy, Miss, portrait photograph, 1915. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Fisher, Dorothy, Miss, portrait photograph, 1915

'Life in the East -- Fez blockers in the Bazaar at Stamboul, 1890. Creator: Unknown
'Life in the East -- Fez blockers in the Bazaar at Stamboul, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 42. July to December, 1890

Mrs. William Waters, c. 1825/1830. Creator: Ruth Henshaw Bascom
Mrs. William Waters, c. 1825/1830

Head of a Man, n.d. Creator: Nicolas Lancret
Head of a Man, n.d

The West End Drapery Stores Ltd, 7 Quay Street, Truro, Cornwall. 1911
The shop front of The West End Drapery Stores Ltd. This Grade II listed building was designed by architect Alfred J. Cornelius in 1908 and later became The Old Ale House

Woman wearing a hat with ostrich feather
3784808 Woman wearing a hat with ostrich feather; (add.info.: Woman wearing a hat with ostrich feather. Produced by the Fitzall Bandeau Company as part of their Fitzall Fashions series)

Woman in ringlets with large bonnet, era of Marie Antoinette. Copperplate etching by Auguste Etienne Guillaumot from Costumes et coiffures du XVIIIe siecle

The Millinery Guild today gave its 39th collection of model millinery at London Dorchester Hotel. (Picture shows) Isobel Babienska wearing a Dorothy Carlton spring hat of lilac organza draped into

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PERU Cusco Peruvian man wearing colourful traditional hat with tassels in Mercado del Quiswarcancha. Colorful Travel Tourism Holiday Vacation Explore Recreation Leisure Sightseeing Tourist Attraction

Find the Fault card No. 17 -- woman and mirror. circa 1930s

Woollands hat advert
Woollands hats advertised here. Described for the gentlewomen? and fitting for a spring show in Paris. Woolland bros was based in London Knightsbridge. Date: 1925

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Millinery, the art of hat-making, has a rich history and diverse influences from around the world. From cowboy riding elk in Sheridan, Wyoming to Rubans de Paris on Maddox Street in London, it has left its mark on various cultures and fashion scenes. In 1958, Tatler magazine showcased a stunning millinery creation on its front cover, capturing the attention of fashion enthusiasts worldwide. The following year, Eve Magazine featured a Glenster Hat on its August issue cover - an iconic piece that became synonymous with elegance and style. The artistic prowess of William Barribal was evident in his masterpiece "Vanity, " where he skillfully depicted the allure and sophistication associated with millinery. Meanwhile, thousands of miles away in Tbilisi, Georgia, a Tanner and Fur Hatter worked diligently to create unique headpieces that reflected their local traditions. Kangol's advertisement from 1956 highlighted how millinery had evolved into more than just functional accessories; it had become symbols of individuality and self-expression. Debenham and Freebody's Ascot hat from 1934 exemplified timeless elegance that transcended generations. From Millinery classes teaching aspiring designers the craft to Tatler gracing their covers with exquisite creations in June 1960 - this industry continued to captivate imaginations. Luton emerged as a hub for hat manufacturing during this time period while Find the Fault card No. 17 challenged viewers' attention to detail by spotting any imperfections within these intricate designs. Millinery is not merely about hats; it represents creativity woven into fabric or felt. It tells stories through stitches and brims - tales of cowboys galloping across vast landscapes or fashionable women striding confidently down city streets. With each new design comes an opportunity for self-expression – an invitation to embrace one's own unique style while honoring centuries-old craftsmanship passed down through generations.