Sunday, August 02, 2009

Wonderful Hats from the 1950's...



Beautiful big puff of silk rose petals by Sally Victor.

Sally Victor started designing hats in 1924 at Macy's. In 1934 she opened her own millinery business and became one of the largest hat companies in the USA. Her crowning moment was when Mamie Eisenhower wore her famous pie crust hat to the Presidential inauguration.




A hat of pink roses by Irene of New York


Irene Lentz was best known for her feminine suits and dresses. She designed from the 1930's through her death in 1962. She was known as the dressmaker to the stars , working at RKO and MGM Studios. Her label is very sought after among vintage collectors.





Brimmed felt hat by Lilly Dache, wreathed with roses.


Lilly Dache started designing in the 1920's. She designed for Hollywood designer Travis Banton producing hats to be used in the movie studios. In 1958 she hired Halston to design hats. Interesting fact: her last customer was actress Loretta Young who bought her last hats in her shop







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