Monday 30 April 2012

The Hat Box

Just as our beautiful milliners and hat makers in United States are heading toward the fantastic Kentucky Derby, here in Australia we are gearing up for out Winter Carnival with felt hats being the hat of choice.  Even thought the Winter Carnival is predominantly in the state of Queensland where all the Group 1 races are being held, it does get chilly enough to wear felt well in Australia.  By the way if you have some fantastic pictures of Kentucky Derby Millinery and hats we would love to see them here in Australia, so please share.

Here are some great ideas for Winter Millinery/Hats, at the Hat Box in Brisbane, Dale Olsson will keep you up to date with the latest trends and ideas for fashions on the field.






















  Located on the gallery level of the beautiful heritage-listed Brisbane Arcade in the heart of the fashion centre, The Hat Box is unlike any other millinery establishment in Australia. The core business is exclusive original hats created by a select group of the finest milliners in Australia.
      Owner, Dale Olsson has gathered together the exciting designs of: Patricia Balmer, Ann Boyle, Kim Fletcher, Neil Grigg, Kylie Heagney, Jonathan Howard, Meredith McMaster, Kathy Neumann, Richard Nylon, Suzy O’Rourke, Elizabeth R, Phillip Rhodes, Sandra Robson, Liza Stedman and Karen Valentine. She also stocks the exquisite hats from Stephen Jones, London.
      Each milliner has his or her own distinctive style and will also custom make to your requirements no matter whatever the occasion. Weddings are a specialty – The hat Box can make every bride’s dreams a reality, as well as providing headpieces for every member of the bridal party.
      Gentlemen are also catered for with a range of Akubra felt fedoras, bowlers and top hats as well as genuine Panamas from Ecuador.
      The Hat Box is the exclusive supplier of ladies’ Sermoneta kid leather gloves from Italy in twenty fashion colours.
      To check out our wide range, click on the categories below or phone Dale at 07 32102455 or email info@thehatbox.com.au.

Sunday 29 April 2012

Blackbirdfield Fascinatori

I am totally in love with this headwear.  I stumbled upon this facebook site the other day.  I am totally in love with the top piece and then I discover more spectacular hat.  There are many more to come so stay tuned and remember to wear a hat at least once a week!  Milliner of the day Blackbirdfield Fascinatori.  xxxxxx






















Catch Up with all the latest designs and to be in touch, click here

Tuesday 24 April 2012

ANZAC The Diggers Hat


The only hat that matters today is the Diggers Hat, today marks the day that a generation of young men were slaughtered on the shores at Galipoli.  For all who gave their lives for our freedom in our country, today I have no words, just gratitude.  Lest We Forget.

For more on the history of ANZAC, Click Here.


Photo Copyright Chris King 2004.

Monday 23 April 2012

Fiona Mangan Millinery

Congratulations to Fiona Mangan for being Awarded the "Kerry Fashion Weekend, Irish Accessories Designer of the Year". What a fantastic accomplishment, and with so many fantastic talented milliners in your country.  Here are some snaps of Fiona's beautiful work, Milliner of the day!  Brilliant!













Photography by Brian Harding.

Click Here to be directed to Fiona's site.