Washington Star in Washington, New Jersey

Fashionable fall hats and the era’s millinery trends

A discussion of fall hat styles highlights the shift toward dramatic shapes with wider brims and varied materials like panne velvet and plush. The piece notes professional craftsmanship shaping modern designs, with five example styles including color tones such as purple, cadet red, and jet black. It references silhouettes like the Napoleon and Coronet forms, and describes trims and features such as loops, a wide bow, and a split brim, reflecting the era’s fashion emphasis.