Item: Vintage Designer Hat with Original Receipt & Box
Age: Purchased June, 1955
Make: Amy New York For Woodward & Lothrop, Washington D.C.
Origin: Washington, D.C.
Dimensions: Hat - 10” Dia x 3” H, Box - 12” Dia
Condition: Hat is in beautiful condition with only one small tear in netting. Box has some signs of wear and some glue is missing from the bottom.
Details: This amazing vintage hat shows no signs of wear and only has a small flaw in the netted brim. The corn flower and periwinkle silk flowers are pristine with no fading or discoloration. The interior spruce green ribbon band shows no wear or soiling. The original receipt is from June 5, 1955 and is included. The original pearl hat pin is still in the hat and is also included. Historically, this style hat became a trend inspired by the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II in 1954. From here on out, hate in spring and summer featured flowers.