3 Weeks to Steeplechase

Steeplechase is the biggest hat event of the year in Nashville and there's still time for a custom hat. Or if you're in Green Hills why not check out Soca Clothing

Or swing by Gus Mayer and check out the Fanny and June hats in the window.

Hat of the Day Vol. 2

Black Sun Hat by Fanny and June

Black and white stripes are having a moment brought on by chevron fury. Black and white is always a classic statement. Hat available in etsy or by contacting me. Custom sizes available on request. Dress and necklace below available in my dreams.

Oscar De La Renta SS13

View part 1 here.

Collage Major

Picnic on the Beach by annazeitlin featuring madewell

Easter in Paris by annazeitlin featuring charm jewelry

Follow me on Polyvore and let me know if you use my hats in your collages.

Hat of the Day

I think the Panama is going to be the big trend for Spring. Last summer we saw lots of stingy brimmed fedoras, and this winter was all about floppy brimmed "Annie Hall" hats which had a bit of a resurgence thanks to YSL. This hat combines the large loose structured brim with more of a menswear feel.

This hat was made in my Nashville studio. I get the straw from Ecuador, where all Panamas are traditionally woven. It's called a Panama because that's the style of hat workers wore when working on the Panama canal. I love the casual elegance of them. They're easy to throw on for the beach but can also be dressed up.

To order, visit my etsy page or contact me. They can be made to fit any size.

The Paradise

The Paradise premiered on the BBC a few months ago, and I fell in love with the lush settings as much as the characters. In the show, the Paradise is the city's first department store. It is a symbol of the time: in fierce competition with the local businesses, offering better value and a wider selection but cutting out the craftsman. It deals with industry, modernity, class issues, and feminism, all in a stunning department store I only wish I could visit. If you haven't seen it, check it out.

So pretty!

September Update

We had a fantastic photo shoot this month! The new pictures for the holiday line are up on the website.

It's very hard to choose, but I think my favorite is this blocked beret in black velvet. It perches on your head so you can wear it no matter what size you are. The combination of velvet, silk, and sparkly crystals is so sumptuous, not to mention the powder blue dupioni silk lining. See the rest of the collection here.

I also want to share a sneak peak at the new pouches I made for Pangaea. They feature the cutest out of print animal fabric, so get yours now while they're still available.

Rene Gruau Illustrations Featuring Millinery

Rene Gruau was one of the finest fashion illustrators of the 20th century. Working a lot with Christian Dior, his illustrations are often associated with the New Look. Below are some great mid-century illustrations of his featuring hats.