1950s Navy Blue Half Hat | Open Work Corded Soutache
$32.00
1 in stock
1950s Navy Blue Half Hat.
Lovely1950s Navy Blue Half Hat works well for daytime or cocktail wear.
✅ Approx. Size (cm): Fits most; 8″ x 8″ (20 x 20).
✅ Condition: Minor wear commensurate with age.
✅ Era: 1950s
✅ Mark/Label: Unmarked Beauty.
✅ Only One!
This 1950s navy blue half hat is a refined yet striking vintage accessory that pairs perfectly with both dressy and tailored looks.
Half Hat Details
- This 1950s navy half hat is a beautiful study in mid-century millinery craftsmanship.
- Made on a flexible mesh base.
- Features a sculptural overlay of satin corded soutache arranged in an airy, open work design.
- The lightweight construction is paired with built-in side stays to keep it securely perched on your head.
- Authentic 1950s vintage.
- Open work over plastic mesh base.
- Built-in side stays for a secure fit.
- Measures approx. 8″ x 8″ (20.3 cm x 20.3 cm).
- Be sure to read our blog post on half hats.
VINTAGE CONDITION
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WHAT IS A HALF HAT
About Half Hats
Brimless shallow hats that usually sit flat on top of the crown, similar to an extra-wide bandeau, are known as half hats. Lilly Dache created the half hat, for which she won an American Designer award in 1941. Veiled half hats were designed by Dior, beginning in 1947. During the 1950s, half hats remained popular and evolved into variations,incuding openwork half-hats that consisting of a wired piping frame with flowers, feathers, or other trims. From Hatatorium: An Essential Guide for Hat Collectors, 2nd Edition. Check out Madge’s blog post on half hats
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
We ship items within five business days. Occasionally, there might be shipping delays. If this occurs, we will promptly notify you.
Clothing and accessories ship via USPS Priority Mail, UPS, or FedEx, selecting the best option based on price and insurance. Jewelry ships either First Class or Priority. For overseas orders, we use International First Class. Please refer to our Shipping Information for detailed rates.
International buyers are responsible for all customs duties. PLEASE NOTE: Starting July 1, 2021, EU members will incur VAT taxes based on the specific country’s tax rates during importation.
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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