Alternative Bride

Named after a dear friend, this unique hat will channel your artistic inspiration, mixed with a hint of gipsy vibes and a pinch of vintage glam.  It is perfect for any winter occasion: stylish, versatile and elegant it can be easily worn every day or for a special occasion. 

Colours currently ready to ship in 3-5 working days: Burnt Orange, Chocolate Brown, size 57 cm (22" 1/2)

IF YOU ARE BUYING A READY-TO-SHIP HAT, PLEASE MENTION THE COLOUR YOU ARE INTERESTED IN AT THE CHECKOUT OR SEND A MESSAGE.

The selection of colours and ribbons will be always different, depending on the designer inspiration. If you have a favourite colour in mind, please get in touch directly to enquire about a bespoke version.

A Vintage inspired black felt perching cocktail hat that comes with interchangeable decorations: a silky embroidered veiling for the vintage lovers; a simple and classic single bow for the more modern wearer. With a simple clip, you can choose which decorations to wear according to your style and occasion. A beautiful and versatile piece, ideal for a mother of the bride/groom, a wedding guest, vintage aficionados, winter races or for Xmas and NewYear's Eve parties.

Due to the vintage nature of the materials, this piece is one of a kind. The hat is secured on the head with an elastic matching your hair colour.

Ready to ship in 3-5 working days. Bespoke service made to order in 10-15 working days.

Please get in touch directly via email or by filling the form on the website.

A delicate black velour cocktail hat that comes with interchangeable decorations: a lovely birdcage veiling finished with tiny velvet bows for the vintage lovers; a simple and classic single velvet bow for the more modern wearer. With a simple clip, you can choose which decorations to wear according to your style and occasion. 

A beautiful and versatile piece, ideal for a mother of the bride/groom, a wedding guest, winter races or for Xmas and NewYear's Eve parties.

This piece is secured on the head with an elastic matching your hair colour. 

A bespoke version of this piece can be made to order in 10-15 working days.

Please get in touch directly via email or by filling the form on the website.

A sophisticated black velour felt perching hat that comes with interchangeable front decorations: for the more classic type, elegant felt loops; for the vintage lovers, a long silk tassel. With a simple clip, you can choose which decorations to wear according to your style and occasion. A beautiful investment piece, something a bit different to stand out, ideal for a mother of the bride/groom, a wedding guest, winter races or for Xmas and NewYear's Eve parties. 

It is secured on the head with a wire headband matching your hair colour.

Ready to ship in 3-5 working days. 

A bespoke version of this piece can be made to order in 10-15 working days.

Please get in touch directly via email or by filling the form on the website.

A luxurious black satin cocktail hat, decorated with handmade feather flowers finished with Swarovski crystals and veiling. A beautiful investment piece, something a bit different to stand out, ideal for a mother of the bride/groom, a wedding guest, winter races or for Xmas and NewYear's Eve parties.

This is a one of a kind piece and it is secured on the head with an elastic matching your hair colour.

Ready to ship in 3-5 working days. 

A bespoke version of this piece can be made to order in 10-15 working days.

Please get in touch directly via email or by filling the form on the website.

A scrumptious soft black velvet cocktail hat, decorated with a large handmade velvet iris finished with gold Swarovski crystals and dark green silk velvet leaves. A beautiful investment piece, something a bit different to stand out, ideal for a mother of the bride/groom, a wedding guest, winter races or for Xmas and NewYear's Eve parties.

This is a one of a kind piece and it is secured on the head with an elastic matching your hair colour.

Ready to ship in 3-5 working days. 

A bespoke version of this piece can be made to order in 10-15 working days.

Please get in touch directly via email or by filling the form on the website.

An exquisite duck-tail cocktail hat, made with black velour felt and decorated with a large handmade velvet rose, finished with veiling bows. A beautiful investment piece, something a bit different to stand out, ideal for a mother of the bride/groom, a wedding guest, winter races or for Xmas and NewYear's Eve parties.

This is a one of a kind piece and it is secured on the head with an elastic matching your hair colour.

Ready to ship in 3-5 working days. 

A bespoke version of this piece can be made to order in 10-15 working days.

Please get in touch directly via email or by filling the form on the website.

A beautiful black velour felt cocktail hat decorated with vintage silk ribbons and vintage glass beads, easy to wear and suitable for many occasions. Something very classic and elegant, ideal for a mother of the bride/groom, a wedding guest, winter races or for Xmas and NewYear's Eve parties.

Due to the vintage nature of some materials, this is one of a kind piece. The hat is secured on the head with an elastic matching your hair colour.

Ready to ship in 3-5 working days. 

A bespoke version of this piece can be made to order with alternative ribbons in 10-15 working days.

Please get in touch directly via email or by filling the form on the website.

A beautifully made textured black velvet bandeau with handmade velvet camellias, easy to wear and suitable for many occasions. Something a bit different to stand out, ideal for a mother of the bride/groom, a wedding guest, winter races or for Xmas and NewYear's Eve parties.

This is a one of a kind piece and it is secured on the head with an elastic matching your hair colour.

Ready to ship in 3-5 working days. 

A bespoke version of this piece can be made to order with alternative velvets in 10-15 working days.

Please get in touch directly via email or by filling the form on the website.

A sweet one-of-a-kind small cocktail hat made with rare vintage neutral paribuntal straw, decorated with hand-tinted leather roses and finished with silk vintage veiling. This lovely little piece is perfect for a young wearer or for someone who likes to stand out but doesn't love big hats. Perfectly suitable for a wedding or for a day at the races (Royal Enclosure approved).

Due to the vintage nature of the materials, no exact copy of this hat can be made, but bespoke service is available upon request.

Ready to be shipped in 3-5 working days

A unique one-of-a-kind piece, inspired by the glamorous golden era of Hollywood movies, this piece elegant button is made with rare vintage pari-buntal straw, decorated with hand-tinted leather roses and finished with vintage soft tulle. A timeless style perfect for any occasion like a wedding or a day at the races (Royal Enclosure approved).

Due to the vintage nature of the materials used, no exact copy of this hat can be made, but bespoke service is available upon request.

Ready to be posted in 3-5 working days

A delicate and beautifully crafted large boater hat, made with Toyo twisted paper and decorated with hand made cotton and linen wild roses. A hymn to serene walks in Summer fields, perfect for every special occasion, from horse-racing (Royal Enclosure approved) to a countryside wedding. It is also ideal for a bride who likes a bit of a statement 

It is secured on the head with a comb and an elastic matching your hair-colour, to ensure a perfect fit.

Due to the vintage nature of the material, only a few pieces can be made.

Bespoke service is available, please get in touch via email for info

Made to order, ready to be shipped in 10-15 days

A delicate and beautifully crafted teardrop percher cocktail hat, made with Toyo twisted paper and decorated with a large hand made cotton rose. A hymn to the most beloved of the flowers, perfect for every special occasion, from horse-racing (Royal Enclosure approved) to a countryside wedding. It is also ideal for a bride who likes a bit of a statement 

It is secured on the head with a comb and an elastic matching your hair-colour, to ensure a perfect fit.

Due to the vintage nature of the material, only a few pieces can be made.

Bespoke service is available, please get in touch via email for info

Made to order, ready to be shipped in 10-15 days

Boater hats are here to stay! On-trend for every occasion, this hat is made of premium quality parasisal straw, hand-dyed in pink using the ombrè technique. Two hand-painted open silk peonies are complementing the hand-trimmed feathers decoration on the side.

A statement and elegant piece, perfect for the racing season, for a wedding guest or for an alternative hat-loving bride.

It is secured on the head with an elastic.

One size only (56cm)

Bespoke service and dye to match service available, please call or email.

Made to order, ready to be shipped in 7-10 days.

A delicate and beautifully crafted halo style, made with Toyo twisted paper and decorated with hand made velvet and cotton pansies. A hymn to serene walks in Summer fields, perfect for every special occasion, from horse-racing (Royal Enclosure approved) to a countryside wedding. It is also ideal for a bride who likes a bit of a statement 

It is secured on the head with an elastic matching your hair-colour, to ensure a perfect fit.

Due to the vintage nature of the material, only a few pieces can be made.

Bespoke service is available, please get in touch via email for info

Made to order, ready to be shipped in 7-10 days

A one of a kind art piece, unique and incredibly easy and light to wear. Made of ivory felt, the lotus flowers centres are created using silk and glass beads, finished with ostrich feathers. 

A statement piece ideal for racegoers, art and fashion collectors or simply flower-loving hat wearers.

This creation won the second prize at the "Feltmaker Award" design competition in 2016.

This is a one-off design. No exact copy of this piece can be made, but bespoke service is available upon request, please call or email for further information.

Ready to be shipped in 3-5 working days

A delicate and beautifully crafted wide bandeau style, made with Toyo twisted paper and decorated with hand made cotton and linen lilies of the valley. A hymn to serene walks in Spring fields, perfect for every special occasion, from horse-racing (Royal Enclosure approved) to a countryside wedding. It is also ideal for a bride who likes a bit of a statement 

It is secured on the head with an elastic matching your hair-colour, to ensure a perfect fit.

Due to the vintage nature of the material, only a few pieces can be made.

Bespoke service is available, please get in touch via email for info

Made to order, ready to be shipped in 7-10 days

A beautifully made luxurious velvet halo finished with a little detail of the velvet bow, easy to wear and suitable for many occasions. It can be made in any colour, perfectly adaptable to every wardrobe.

Fully lined in silk, is secured on the head with elastic and a comb (optional)

Colour shown: Chocolate Brown

Other shades available upon request, please call or email. 

Made to order, ready to be shipped in 3-5 working days

A delicate and beautifully crafted bandeau, made with Toyo twisted paper and decorated with hand made cotton and linen daisies. A hymn to serene walks in Summer fields, perfect for every special occasion, from horse-racing (Royal Enclosure approved) to a countryside wedding. It is also ideal for a bride who likes a bit of a statement 

It is secured on the head with an elastic matching your hair-colour, to ensure a perfect fit.

Due to the vintage nature of the material, only a few pieces can be made.

Bespoke service is available, please get in touch via email for info

Made to order, ready to be shipped in 7-10 days

A delicate and beautifully crafted duck-tail percher cocktail hat, made with Toyo twisted paper and decorated with hand made cotton crocuses. A hymn to serene walks in Spring fields, perfect for every special occasion, from horse-racing (Royal Enclosure approved) to a countryside wedding. It is also ideal for a bride who likes a bit of a statement 

It is secured on the head with a comb and an elastic matching your hair-colour, to ensure a perfect fit.

Due to the vintage nature of the material, only a few pieces can be made.

Bespoke service is available, please get in touch via email for info

Made to order, ready to be shipped in 10-15 days