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Stetson

Stetson, since 1865Now a byword for the iconic cowboy hat created by the company’s founder on a sojourn out west before returning to his native Philadelphia.(Various stockists)Head office: 263 West 38th Street, New York, NY 10018, United States of AmericaTel: +1 (212) 563-1848stetson.com

Snooks the Hatters

Snooks the Hatters (T. Snook), since 1896With a loyal local customer base, Snooks is one of the finest millinery shops outside of London30/32 West Street, Bridport, Dorset DT6 3QP, United Kingdomsnooksthehatters.co.uk

Seeberger

Seeberger, since 1890Famous German hatter crafting fine gentlemen’s hats for over 100 years in the classic English tradition(Various stockists)Head office: Hutfabrik Seeberger GmbH & Co. KG, Alois-von-Brinz-Str. 26, D-88171 Weiler, GermanyTel: +49 (0) 8387/9232-0seeberger-hats.com

Philip Treacy

Philip TreacyAcclaimed Irish couture hat desginer Philip Treacy is arguably the most famous hat designer of all time with a prolific line in women’s hats and a highly regarded men’s hat range.(Various stockists)Head office: 1 Havelock Terrace, London SW8 4AS, United KingdomTel: +44 (0)2077 388080Flagship store: 69 Elizabeth Street, Belgravia, London SW1 W9PJ, United KingdomTel: +44 (0)2077Continue reading “Philip Treacy”

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Patey Hats

Patey HatsInternationally renowned hat specialist famed for creating bespoke military, civilian and equestrian headwear by appointment to Her Majesty the Queen of England. Patey is part of the Firmin House group which traces it’s origins back to 1695.35 Connaught Street, Connaught Village, London W2 2AZ020 7262 1669pateyhats.com

Olney Headwear

Olney Headwear, since 1914A quintessentially English hatter particularly well known for their iconic straw boaters(Various stockists)Head office: 6 Old Bedford Road, Luton, Bedfordshire LU2 7PD, United KingdomTel: +44 (0)1582 731512olney-headwear.co.uk

Mühlbauer

Mühlbauer, since 1903Legendary Austrian milliners offering a bespoke service(Multiple stores)Head office: Hut und Mode GmbH & Co KG, Franz-Josefs-Kai 15, A-1010 Vienna, AustriaTel: +43 (0)1 533 52 69muehlbauer.at

Lock & Co Hatters

Lock & Co Hatters, since 1676London’s oldest gentlemen’s hatters and the first name in top hats and bowlers(Various stockists)6 St. James’s Street, London SW1A 1EF, United KingdomTel: +44 20 7930 8874lockhatters.co.uk

LAULHÈRE

Originator of the iconic French beret, Laulhère has been crafting this iconic hat for military and civilian customers since 1840. Founded in the foothills of the Pyrenées, Laulhère uses traditional techniques and the finest wools sourced from across the region to knit elegant and luxurious hats and accessories. The firm was awarded the Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant distinction in recognition of their heritage and craftsmanship. Their products are widely available across France and internationally.