Bes Ben Velvet Mask Hat with Cut Steel Butterflies

Rare and historical fashion artifact from the house of Paul Poiret and the personal wardrobe of Denise Boulet Poiret. Paul Poiret is known as one of the innovators of 20th Century Haute Couture in Paris. Poiret established his own house in 1903, and made his name with the controversial kimono coat.He designed flamboyant window displays and threw legendary parties to draw attention to his work; his instinct for marketing and branding was unmatched by any previous designer. Poiret's house expanded to encompass furniture, decor, and fragrance in addition to clothing. In 1911, he established the company Parfums de Rosine, named for his eldest daughter. Poiret's name was never linked to the company, but it was effectively the first fragrance ever launched by a designer. Denise Poiret was mother, model and muse to the fantastical larger than life figure who revolutionized Parisian fashion in the early parts of the 20th Century. This hat was part of Denise Poirets personal wardrobe and is an example of Poirets chic and restrained day wear. Denise Poiret became known for wearing these simple turban-like hats and head treatments throughout social Paris which brought increased notariety to her husband's work. Madeleine Panizon was initally employed as a designer for Martine (Poiret's decorative Art Branch) and ultimately became the milliner for the house of Poiret...

1920's Gold Lame and Needlepoint Cloche Hat. Completely hand embroidered with needlepoint flower motifs on a ground of gold lame bullion metal threads with brown velvet trim. Lined i...

Charming Edwardian hat of natural woven raffia straw circa 1900 trimmed with massive peach silk velvet bow, naturalistic green glazed cotton leaves, and imitation moss stems. Black s...

Antique Chinese Jeweled Tremblant Hair Pick from the Art Deco period. Made with faux pearls and molded glass to replicate gems like jade and tourmalines. 4.5...

The Italian doll company Lenci occassionally made small fashion accessories such as this beret from the 1930's. This elaborate patterning is highly evocat...

Charming Edwardian straw hat with chenille pussy willow embroidery. The pussy willows climb in all different directions across the crown and brim. Retai...

The ultimate in accessories making luxury craftsmanship. The Iconic House of Chanel always provides us with timeless and classic pieces. This beautiful hat takes timeless creation to a new level of sophistication and charm. Made from the finest materials that you would expect from the Chanel House. This rare runway hat...

This breathtaking 1960's Christian Dior turquoise tulle turban hat in a structural spiral design with interwoven metallic gold feathers, finished with iridescent multi-coloured glitt...

Rushed Cranberry Velvet, and Satin lining, makes a small brimmed flat top,(but soft) hat. Measures 12 x 8" x 4"

Offering an original Gerard d'Albouy (1912-1985) woven brass hat with a Velvet Ribbon attached. The Paris Milliner, during the German Occupation (active 1938-1964) was noted for his...

This very Rare Vintage Collectors Item, a Handmade Chanel Hairclip Bow, was probably gifted to VIPS at a Chanel Runway in the early 90s. VIP g...

Rare Yves Saint Laurent "Mondrian" Hat, 1965; Domed crown formed with color block felted wool patches, black vinyl edging, circumference appro...