1950s Modern Miss Cream Straw Turban | Striking Tiered Braid
$65.00
1 in stock
1950s Modern Miss cream straw turban.
Step aside, subtle. This 1950s Modern Miss cream straw turban showstopper towers tall in all the right ways.
✅ Approx. Hat Size (cm): 22″ (56 ); Diameter: 8″ (20); Crown Height: 6.5″ (16.5).
✅ Condition: Very good.
✅ Era: 1950s.
✅ Mark/Label: Modern Miss
✅ Only One!
This 1950s Modern Miss Cream Straw Turban is so grand it deserves center stage—pair it with a slim sheath or cocktail suit and let it carry the conversation.
Vintage Turban Hat Details
Step aside, subtle. This 1950s Modern Miss showstopper towers tall in all the right ways. Crafted from cream satin ribbon straw, the hat features tiered layers of novelty braid—a fabulous ruffled weave with shine, texture, and plenty of personality. The V-pointed front flatters the face, while pleated satin trim and a dainty bow add a ladylike finish. Think of it as the vintage version of a mic drop.
Dreaming of vintage bridal style? Picture this beauty paired with a silk chiffon veil flowing from the back—soft, romantic, and unforgettable.
- 1950s Modern Miss cream straw turban
- Constructed from ruffled novelty braid ribbon straw
- Tiered crown with sharply defined silhouette
- Front pleated satin band with matching bow
- Built-in inner cap for secure fit
- Fully lined in blush pink net and taffeta
- Hat size: Fits most, height: 6″
VINTAGE CONDITION
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ABOUT LIT BROTHERS
Lit Brothers began in 1891 as a millinery shop run by Rachel P. Lit at 8th and Market Streets in Philadelphia. Her offer of free hat trimming quickly drew crowds, and with the help of her brothers, the store expanded into a full-block department store by 1907.
The flagship location eventually incorporated 33 separate buildings behind a unified Renaissance Revival facade, creating a distinctive cast-iron landmark. Lit Brothers built its reputation as a moderately priced alternative to more upscale competitors like Wanamaker’s and Gimbels, drawing shoppers with its millinery salon, bustling bargain basement, and festive holiday windows.
Despite its success, the store closed in 1977 following the collapse of its parent company, City Stores. The historic building remained vacant until the late 1980s, when developers transformed it into the Mellon Independence Center, now known as Market Place East. Today, the ornate facade still anchors the block, preserving the legacy of one of Philadelphia’s most iconic department stores.
HOW TO MEASURE YOUR HAT SIZE
HOW TO FIND YOUR HAT SIZE
- Pull a fabric tape measure or length of string around your head just slightly above the ear, across the mid-forehead, completely circling your head.
- Hold the tape firmly, but not too tightly. You are measuring your head exactly where the hat will sit in either inches or centimeters.
- If your measurement falls between sizes, choose the next largest size.
- Then buy a fabulous vintage hat from Madge
SEE OUR HAT SIZING CHART
SHIPPING & RETURNS
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We know you may be wary about buying vintage items. If so, we do offer returns. If you receive vintage pieces and are dissatisfied or if the item doesn’t fit, please inform Madge of your return request within 10 days of receiving the merchandise. You must return the items within 30 days after notifying us.
You can find our complete Return Policy here. If you have further questions after reading, please call or text (404) 850-1757.
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