DaisyandStella
VFG Member
Hi all - I'd love some help on dating and naming this type of Victorian hat.
It's velvet and has floral appliqués trimmed with metallic bullion and tiny beads along with two velvet sashes that extend from the bow back. There's an opening at back center (for crown of head?) with an embellished center band. Would this have been worn on the back of the head like a chignon?
Any info would be greatly appreciated - I've been searching the web for 1800s hairstyles and hats but haven't found anything yet that seems to pinpoint to this one.
Brooke
It's velvet and has floral appliqués trimmed with metallic bullion and tiny beads along with two velvet sashes that extend from the bow back. There's an opening at back center (for crown of head?) with an embellished center band. Would this have been worn on the back of the head like a chignon?
Any info would be greatly appreciated - I've been searching the web for 1800s hairstyles and hats but haven't found anything yet that seems to pinpoint to this one.
Brooke