New York - November 13, 2009
Ya Shoulda Put a Hat on It
Albertus Swanepoel Custom Hats
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Attention all pea heads, pumpkins, and thunder domes.
There’s really no good excuse for going hatless. Especially now that Albertus Swanepoel is offering bespoke toppers from his charming Midtown studio.
In today’s video, the South African milliner-to-the-designers gives us the rundown (in his immeasurably sexy voice), taking measurements, picking fabric, and choosing a style that best suits your face. We’re talking old-school fedoras and cloches, modern turbans, straw hats, and even headgear for weddings.
His wares start at about $300, but we bet you’ll feel inspired just being in his presence (it’s no wonder Marc Jacobs, Proenza Schouler, and Alexander Wang call him a fave). And you’ll field compliments as soon as you walk outside.
Just don’t get a big head about it.
To make an appointment for a custom hat, e-mail a@albertusswanepoel.com or call 212-629-1090. For more information, go to albertusswanepoel.com. To buy a ready-made hat, go to net-a-porter.com.
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Posted by mariannefassler on Nov 14, 2009 4:32:07 AM
Albertus is a consumate professional with enless creativity, cultural connectedness and downright honest dedication to his craft. I own quite a few custom Albertus hats and I will NEVER get rid of them. they will always be part of my wardrobe and archive. Get one now while the price is still reasonable.
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Posted by Lindacg on Nov 14, 2009 9:14:44 PM
Albertus....is an artist!!! However, can I add, that that hat with the cut out eye holes....a little much like the I LOVE LUCY episodes...where Lucy and Ethel are in Paris donning parodic fashion that Desi and Fred fashioned and purchased for them convincing them it was haute couture.