Period films set in the 16 th or 18 th century will show that men and women never left home without hats. It is an article of clothing or accessory that was as much a necessity as a pair or trousers.

Embrace a touch of old-fashioned flair with these retro-themed hats from Etsy. Yellowfield 7 offers a broad selection of handmade felt hats that will turn you into a glam goddess.

Carly LaManna launched The Millinery in 2022, a Keansburg-based business creating handcrafted artisan hats. The hats are made from globally sourced materials in a labor-intensive, three-day process.

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