Hats
Stalked: Yael Cohen, Milliner, Justine Hats. Tel Aviv
2 February 2016
So I've always had a thing about hats and especially finding a brand that thinks outside the box with traditional hats. I recently stumbled across the lovely designer Yael, who is the brains and talent behind the Tel Aviv based brand Justine Hats.
Why did you decide to
get into fashion?
I have always work
between the lines of design, art & fashion using unique &
non-conform connections of concept, shape & materials. l
like the connections between body - design - craft, and i find in
millinery all what i look for - handmade technique, creative, body, design
process, verity of materials.
Stalked: Davina Mulford, Milliner
1 June 2015
The Ascot countdown has started and wedding invitations are rolling in for the summer so, I think it's that time again for a spot of Hat Stalking!!
My latest stalk is with the lovely emerging talent, Davina Mulford, a trained milliner. I caught up with her at her studio over a cappuccino, to find out about her new brand, her favourite hat moments and whats to come in the future.
Why did you decide
to start your own hat company and what do you love about it?
After 13 years of
working in the food industry, I was itching to go down a different route, and
having always been into fashion, enrolled on a short course in Millinery at the
London College of Fashion. I loved every minute of the course, learning
about the different hat making processes, and decided to explore millinery
further, leaving my job and re-training as a milliner. I worked as an
intern for Gina Foster and Noel Stewart, and in 2015 decided to take the plunge
and set up on my own.
It’s early days, but I
am really enjoying the challenge as well as the endless possibilities of
running my own business. What I love the most is helping women to look
fabulous - many customers who come to me have never worn a hat before, and
after wearing one of mine, say that they are converted - now that’s mission
accomplished in my view!
LFW AW14 STAKING: The Hats
18 February 2014
This year at London Fashion, I'd like to give a round of applause to the most popular accessory.. last year it was the beanie hat.. this year it's the show-stopper hat!! Here are some of my favourites!
MyMink AW13 Presentation
28 February 2013
If you are living in England, Wellie boots are a must have, whereas if you live in Russia the only thing you won't (literally) be able to live without is a fur, with temperatures that drop below 25 degrees, fur is not a fashion statement it's a necessity!!!
In the UK, real fur is a complicated topic and you either love or hate it, I am firmly sitting on the fence with this one, but if you love it then I have found a company for you that ethically and sustainably sources furs, please may I introduce you to MyMink!
Founded by Russian-born Maria Wijngaard MyMink presents ultra-luxe furs in contemporary yet practical silhouettes. Drawing inspiration from the stylish Muscovites and the slopes of the Italian Alps, bringing an 'old fashioned' material into the 21st century.
I popped along to their presentation in the beautiful and very fashionable restaurant Mari Vanna in Knightsbridge. What better place to hold the launch of the AW13 collection than this place, where you are transported into a beautiful cosy Russian home. Very lucky we are to have this in London as the one in Russia is actually in a secret apartment and strictly invite only!
Now for how these beautiful pieces are slightly more ethical than normal furs; MyMink only uses sustainably sourced origin-assured pelts for their outerwear. This means that all the fur comes from animals that have been farmed specifically for their fur, so by buying MyMink, you're not endangering any species.
MyMink fans include Milly from Made In Chelsea, which is also where you will find one of their showrooms, situated on the Kings Road. My favourite piece has to be the ear muffs, which definitely will have to be in my suitcase when I next go ski-ing!
STALK THE STALKER ON
Gloriously Spikey
29 January 2013
On the theme of hats this week, I spotted this little stylish lady on the Kings Road. It was love at first fashion sight with this hat and things only got better when I heard it was from our faithful highstreet friend, Zara!
After seeing this bad boy of a hat, I've now been inspired to try and make my own spikey creation! I will of course share my DIY tips on how to do this very soon! On the other hand if you're not a DIY fan, get on down to Zara as they still have them on sale.
STALK THE STALKER ON
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