ELEGANT 1950s' BLACK VELOUR BEADED FELT COCKTAIL HAT

This unique and elegant 1950's black velour felt cocktail hat is intricately beaded with pearls, rhinestones, crystal paillettes and round crystal beads. It is asymmetrically designed to fit beautifully on your head, no matter what hairstyle. Its design is completed by a half veil, which is intact. In the 1950's, the millinery industry set about creating variety and extravagance. Generally speaking hats remained small and close to the head. They were now touted as the essential accessory to complete the ensemble. This hat is in wonderful vintage condition, lovingly preserved among over 1300 vintage hats we have collected for over 40 years. You will love this unique creation. Labeled BLUMS OF EVANSTON (Illinois) store label. Felt has imprint: VERSAILLES Body Made in France. MANNEQUIN NOT FOR SALE.