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1950s Jay Thorpe Satin Bow Half Hat | Sculptural Headband

Brand: Jay Thorpe

$55.00

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1950s Jay Thorpe Satin Bow Half Hat by Colby.

Stylish and sculptural 1950s Jay Thorpe satin bow half hat pairs with red lipstick, pearl earrings, and a sly smile—Mad Men meets Paris runway.
✅  Approx. Hat Size (cm):  Fits Most. 10.5″ x 4″ (26.5 x 10).
✅  Very good.
✅  Era:  1950s.
✅  Mark/Label: Jay Thorpe (Store) – Colby (milliner).
✅  Only One!

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A gorgeous 1950s Jay Thorpe satin bow half hat perfect for cocktail parties, vintage weddings, or a bold modern look with a minimalist jumpsuit.

Vintage Pillbox Hat Details

Make a statement with this sculptural 1950s black satin half hat—shaped as a dramatic oversized bow perched atop a structured headband. The sleek pleated satin fans into crisp wing-like points, evoking midcentury elegance with a fashion-forward twist. It sits securely on the head via combs and was designed to perch just above the crown, framing the face for evening flair or afternoon cocktails.

  • Material: Black duchess satin.
  • Construction: Structured half hat with comb attachments.
  • Label: Dual label — Jay Thorpe New York and Colby.
  • Approx. Size: 10.5″ W x 4″ H.
  • Era: 1950s.
 
NOT SHIPPABLE TO ITALY due to Italian customs prohibition
Black bow headband size
VINTAGE CONDITION
vintage in very good condition

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Jay Thorpe

This chic headpiece was sold at one of New York’s most exclusive fashion salons from the 1920s through the early 1960s. Known for bringing Paris couture to Manhattan and curating designer millinery, Jay Thorpe served an elite clientele with a taste for drama and distinction.

Colby

Colby Hats (or Colby of New York) was a respected milliner active during the mid-20th century. Colby often created designs for department stores and specialty shops like Bonwit Teller, Bergdorf Goodman, and Jay Thorpe.

The partnership between the two labels reflects Jay Thorpe’s dedication to offering exclusive, designer-quality accessories through boutique relationships.

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