About this Product
This design is made to be worn on a saucy tilt - Inspired by the shape of 1940's style. I made this new hat in subtle shades of purple woven raffia straw that I have blocked and stiffened. This perky hat features a handmade purple silk chiffon flower from M&S Schmalberg in New York - they have hand made flowers for over 100 years! along with some lively feathers in a fresh green - I really love this combination :)
Its held on by a gold headband and a gold haircomb inside for extra hold.
Please contact me with any questions - I am always here to help :)
- Jaine
Indigo Hats
Meet the Maker
Hello my name is Jaine,
My childhood home was a short walk from the Grand National Racecourse in England. I loved to see the ladies dressed to the nines for their exciting day out, and now being able to be part of those traditions is wonderful.
Making homemade doll’s clothes turned into making my own clothes, my wedding dress and my children’s clothes. Since then sewing has been mainly costumes as our family loves costume parties, renaissance fairs and steampunk festivals–anywhere we can be in costume. :)
Initially I thought I would be making fantasy headpieces but this evolved quickly into making special occasion hats. People really liked them and I loved making them! I enrolled at Massachusetts College of Art and Design in Boston for their millinery course and also the foundation class (and lots of other classes!) at Hat Academy. Pandora’s box was opened and I loved every minute of it!
My creative journey from my jewelry business of 10 years, being a prolific oil painter, historical folk painter, home decorator and exploring many, many arts and crafts along the way has come together in millinery. At the moment I am learning stained glass but haven't yet figured out how to add it to hats!
I love style and fashion and can also help you co-ordinate your outfit with the perfect hat. My aim is for you to feel amazing on your special day!
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I think my couture handmade headpieces are perfect for brides, weddings, Kentucky Derby days and garden parties and all of those times we want to look fabulous! Everything I make is easy to put on and comfortable to wear all day, polished up to the minute styles that will help you shine!
Contact me any time with any questions,
Your personal milliner,
Jaine
How it’s Made
This is a fabulously shaped block that I adore! I start with woven raffia straw that is wet, steamed and stretched over a wooden block (hat making hasn't changed much for hundreds of years:)
I then stiffened it several times and left it to dry to keep its terrific shape and then wired it too. I twirled steamed and ironed into a circle) petersham ribbon and hand sewed in place along with a hair comb and head band. I also hand sewn on the fabulous handmade (by M&S Schmallberg in NYC) silk organza flower and added my favorite olive green feathers to give a lively accent.
Next is to wrap in tissue paper and pop it in its hat box ready to be sent to you - its going to look gorgeous on you!
Shop Policies
USPS Priority mail shipping is FREE!
Everything in my shop is ready to ship, either the same day that you order or the next morning.
You will receive a USPS tracking number. After shipping 1,000+ hats only one has got lost so we don't need to worry too much - however, if there are ANY issues at all please let me know, when I say I am here to help, I honestly mean it and we will work together to sort anything out. You can rely on me 100% to fix it.
If you would like to make any changes, I'll let you know how long it will take. If I am making a hat from scratch for you in a different color, timing will depend on if I have the materials in stock or need to order them - I will keep you informed and give you my best estimate.
Exchanges and returns
I am allowing exchanges as a courtesy. I understand that sometimes a color doesn't work with your outfit or you decide to wear something different, its important to me that you are happy with your hat! However, customer is responsible for cost of shipping UNWORN item WITH TAGS back and also the shipping cost of the new exchanged item. The new shipping will be billed at the standard priority mail rate.
Care instructions
Store your millinery away from sunlight in the box it came in or in a sealed box or container with tissue paper for cushioning. Avoid wearing your hat in the rain or getting it wet. Your hat was created by wetting and steaming straw and shaping on a wooden hat block while drying. If your hat gets wet while you are wearing it, it may undo the blocking process and distort the shape. Avoid leaving headwear in hot cars or near high temperatures, delicate materials are used on the headwear and extreme heat may distort or unwrap carefully curled trims.
Sizing details
All of my fascinators and headpieces are 'one size fits all' so no measuring is necessary. They are all on traditional hat elastics or headbands - if you have a preference, I will change it. The hat elastics are the most comfortable if you don't like headbands.
Gift wrapping and packaging
All of my pieces are sent in a carry box or a hat box. Please let me know if this is a gift and I will be happy to enclose a handwritten card on your behalf.
Are they handmade?
Yes, every piece in my shop is meticulously handmade by me using traditional couture techniques.
Help, I need this ASAP!
I get that a lot:) Hats pictured are in stock and ready go and I ship them the same day that you order. Do let me know when you need it for and I will make sure that you have the correct shipping method. If time is really tight I can ship them to your hotel. If this is a custom or customized order, also let me know when you need it for as these are usually not same day shipping.
Problems
Every millinery item is handmade with love and meticulously inspected upon dispatch. Please let me know if you are not happy so I can solve any issues.
It is really important to me that you are thrilled with your hat and enjoy your shopping experience with Indigo Hats!
