JOYFUL 195O's IRIDESCENT SEQUIN COCKTAIL HAT WITH OSTRICH FEATHERS

This is an outstanding cocktail hat from the fabulous fifties! The solid structure is completely covered by intricate iridescent sequin on top. There are 2 purple ostrich feathers that complete this very joyful look!. There is an elastic band attached to the inside to keep the hay in place.History of the cocktail hat: Daytime hats were de rigueur for women in the 1930s, except for more formal late afternoon events (art openings, cocktail parties, tea dances etc.) when a daytime hat just did not work with a cocktail dress. When Hollywood costume designers Elsa Schiaparelli and Mr. John paired a new, smaller hat with cocktail dresses in several movies, women of fashion around the world eagerly followed suit. Cocktail hats reached the height of their popularity during the 1950s. Lebel: NETTIE YOUNG + Size 22 1/2This is an authentic piece of fashion history! This hat is in wonderful vintage condition & has been lovingly preserved among over 1300 vintage hats we have collected for 40+ years. Feathers, straw, flowers & veils are fragile, given their age. Mannequin not for sale.