I love Kentucky Derby parties. Even though I design hats often worn at the Kentucky Derby, I have only attended the Derby once, back in 2009. It was an amazing experience, don’t get me wrong. However I enjoy Derby parties more for many reasons. As a milliner, I am often exhausted on Derby Day from…
DetailsMy fall line of hats for White House Black Market is available now! You may shop these hats in person at the Hamburg location of White House Black Market in Lexington, KY, as well as on my website. Fall and Winter are classic seasons for hats. Think…fall racetrack season, football games, fall…
DetailsA Look Back on My Recent English Tea Room Experiences My recent trip to England, where I attended Royal Ascot for the first time, continues to pay me personal dividends in the form of wonderful memories. There were so many beautiful things to see and experience there, but some of my favorites to look back…
DetailsSaluting a female business owner who inspired others, enriching the lives of many. Phyliss Hoffman DePiano recently and unexpectedly passed away. It was a shock to me and so many others. For those of you who didn’t know her, Phyllis Hoffman DePiano was the founder of Hoffman Media Publishing. She entered the world of publishing…
DetailsA Most Special Afternoon Tea Experience: The Sacred Heart Fundraiser Tea I recently had the immense honor of being the keynote speaker at the 17th Annual Sacred Heart Fundraiser Tea, also known as the Patty Blanton tea. The event, held in Appling, Georgia, was the quintessential experience of Southern hospitality. It was an utterly enchanting…
DetailsCelebrating Elegance and Joy: The 3rd Annual Hat Tea at Fasig-Tipton, Lexington KY Welcome to the recap of the highly anticipated and enchanting 3rd Annual Hat Tea, held in April at Fasig-Tipton in Lexington, KY. I hosted this fabulous day, as always, in collaboration with Holly Hill Events and Chef Ouita Michel. Once again, this…
DetailsIt’s that time….just a few weeks before the most famous two minutes in sports…the Kentucky Derby. Whether you are attending the Derby, a Derby party or just want to dress up….here a few ideas. Go Big. The Derby has been about big hats ever since the beginning. Nothing says Kentucky Derby like a large,…
DetailsHats vs. Fascinators Picking a hat vs. a fascinator Fascinator Pros 1. They are smaller and some say easier to wear as they are worn on a headband or comb. Definitely easier to pack for an event. 2. If they get wet, generally fascinators don’t get ruined. 3. Generally less expensive to purchase. 4.…
DetailsSpring is officially here and so the rollout of my Spring 2023 hat collection has begun! The theme for this year’s Spring line is, The Rainbow Queen, inspired by Queen Elizabeth II and her colorful style. Queen Elizabeth II famously informed fashion trends around the world for decades and I’ve always admired her unabashed love…
DetailsThrough the years I’ve gotten many questions about hats and the different styles of hats. People ask where and when one should wear certain styles of hats. The most curiosity is around Fascinators. Arguably the most unique style of hat and the one that has a reputation that comes with fun and flair. The Fascinator…
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