A well-curated collection of books and publications about millinery can be a muse in the workroom, sparking inspiration and fostering creativity for hat designers. It serves as a rich repository of diverse designs, techniques, and historical context, offering a visual feast that transcends time and cultural boundaries. Each page unfolds a tapestry of possibilities, igniting ideas for unique styles, embellishments, and structural innovations. The book or magazine can become a mentor, guiding milliners through the evolution of their craft and introducing them to the brilliance of past and contemporary masters. Whether delving into traditional methods or avant-garde expressions, a comprehensive millinery book acts as a boundless source, cultivating a dynamic environment where imagination and skill converge.
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A Selection of Articles on Making Hats from Straw – A Milliner’s Guide

Chapeau: The Ultimate Guide to Men’s Hats by Pierre Toromanoff

Contemporary Millinery: Hat Design and Construction by Sophie Beale

Cowboy Hat Making Fundamentals by Scott Edward Goodwin

Decades of Hats: 1900s to the 1970s by Sue Nightingale

Dior Hats From Christian Dior to Stephen Jones

Dress Codes: How the Laws of Fashion Made History

Fashion Victims: The Dangers of Dress Past and Present

From the Neck Up: An Illustrated Guide to Hatmaking by Denise Dreher

Hat Couture by Marianne Jongkind

Hat: Origins, Language, Style by Drake Stutesman

Hats: A History of Fashion in Headwear by Hilda Amphlett

How To Make and Trim Your Own Hats: Vintage Instructions and Patterns by Vee Powell

Killer Style: How Fashion Has Injured, Maimed and Murdered Through History

Making Felt Hats: A Beginner’s Guide to Creating 6 Stunning Styles for All Occasions by Bobbi Heath

Making of a Milliner: Hat-Making Projects by Jenny Pfanenstiel

Millinery Hat Making and Design

Millinery Hat Making Patterns Manual 1925 Reprint by Jane Loewen

Millinery: Studio Secrets by Estelle Ramousse and Fabienne Gambrelle

Millinery: The Art of Hat-Making by Lomax & Skinner

Mode in Hats and Headdress A Historical Survey with 198 Plates by R Turner Wilcox

Philip Treacy by Isabella Blow

Stephen Jones and the Accent of Fashion

Stetson Hats and the John B. Stetson Company: 1865-1970 by Jeffrey Snyder

Straw Plaiting: Heritage Techniques for Hats, Trimmings, Bags and Baskets by Veronica Main

The Brim and the Crown: A Field Guide to Custom Hatters & Hat Shops in the US and Abroad by Mark Elliott

The British School of Millinery Tiara Headdresses by Denise Innes-Spencer

Vintage Hats and Bonnets, 1770-1970: Identification and Values by Sue Langley and John Dowling
