Hat Academy's Blog – October 2015 Archive (4)

MILLINER: JENNIFER CONSTANTINOU

For milliner Jennifer Constantinou, her love of millinery and creating began in her childhood, playing, creating and experimenting with a variety of materials. Jennifer takes great pride in the finer details of her work, showcasing both race wear and bridal designs. Her label Meg + Wren is a stunning reflection of her passion for fine materials and skilful finishing as shown in this delicate lace…

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MILLINERY MARKETS

As the Spring Racing Carnival approaches at the speed of a galloping horse, so too the need for milliners and hat lovers alike to meet, share their ideas and for hats to be made, tried on twisted, tweaked and hopefully sold. All over the Australia the race-wear bee is buzzing and final decisions are being made on what to wear and how to wear it.

In sunny Queensland two…

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CESSIAH ALICE INTERVIEW

With a love of vintage materials and a milliner as a mother, it appears that Milliner Cessiah Alice was born to make hats! It was not quite "love at first sight" with hats however, it appears that this labour of love has turned into a truly gratifying passion. Read on to find out a little more about what millinery means to Cessiah.

1. What…

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MILLINER: MARIE-CLAIRE MILLINERY

Marie Claire Millinery feature classic feminine lines that sit delicately on the wearers head. Her pieces are often inspired by her surrounding landscapes in Strangford Lough which can be seen often in her use of neutral colours and flowing organically structured designs. Marie Claire Millinery offers both ready to wear designs and bespoke piece made to order specifically designed to complement and…