Chapeaux by Simone

This tan-ish grey-ish plaid-ish fedora would go with just about anything in a fall or winter wardrobe. A subtle metallic gleam catches the light every now and then. There is a gorgeous vintage silvertone wave brooch instead of a buckle that keeps this hat firmly on the classic side of the current “stingy brim” fedora [...]

You had me at pink. I hand-dyed this angora bucket hat to make it even pinker. It is so warm and fuzzy, and the pretty icy pine spray (removeable) is making me wish for snow. A LITTLE bit of snow…you know, the kind of fluffy Charlie Brown snow that shovels easily and sparkles in the [...]

Here’s a little preview of fall and winter chapeaux on the way!

A lovely woven hat that looks delicate but can be packed in your suitcase for beach or shopping.  This chapeau could be worn for a wedding or tea; the detachable cream flower is adorned with feathers. It’s centered with a vintage mother of pearl cuff-link and a beautiful lily-shaped brass flower and pearl vintage jewel. [...]

Click on a photo above to see a larger version. Here are a few examples of my current chapeaux. I have dozens more, in varying styles and colors.   Most ribbons and floral sprays are interchangeable (meaning you can wear the hat plain or gussied up, your choice), and every hat has a vintage component [...]

Vintage navy lacquered straw (Summer 2010 Collection) A chic and dashing vintage boater with a wired brim; the straw has been lacquered in a shiny navy color.  Navy and white polka-dot French wired ribbon is removable. The flower spray is detachable, and features vintage lily-of-the-valley and feathers and a striking vintage gold tone, mother-of-pearl and [...]