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…
Saluting 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…
Hats 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.…
Through 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…
Shelby Parrot here! Shopping can feel intimidating, especially when shopping online.”Will this look good on me? Will it flatter me and my face shape? What even IS my face shape?” Well, no worries! We got you, girl! While, obviously, you can wear whatever hat style you want, sometimes when you’re shopping online for a hat…
Costumes make a film and, with the right costume designer, can convey so much about a character to the audience before they even utter a word. It’s not just the clothes on their back that make it either, it all comes from the accessories too, hats included! Every little detail of a character’s wardrobe can…
This has been quite a year for me! Being featured once in Tea Time Magazine, one of my all time magazines, was a dream come true. Being included in the next issue, was the best Christmas gift that I could have been given! Click on link below to read the article. Tea Time Traditions In…
When we think of Halloween, images of pumpkins and black hats abound. The most iconic millinery item associated with Halloween is of course, the witches hat. Margaret Hamilton as the Wicked Witch of the West is obviously the most famous witch of all time. What are the origins of this hat? The sterotypical images…
I was thrilled to have my business featured in the September/October 2021 edition of Tea Time Magazine. Having been an avid reader of this magazine that writes all about all things tea, it was indeed an honor. Tea is such an important part of my life. My Mother always welcomed me to her home with…
By: Shelby Parrott The leaves are changing, the pumpkin spice coffee is being poured, and the Halloween decoration are being put up. Which can only mean one thing…it’s Fall! Autumn is my favorite season. Everything just feels so cozy and the weather is just the right amount of cool before the true cold of winter…
