HATS – Page 2 – FITZGABRIELS

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”

PATEY HATS

One of London’s most illustrious hatters, Patey traces its history back to 1695. The brand’s first store, however, opened in the West End in 1799. The firm garnered a reputation as standard bearer in the industry, producing fine hats by hand to the most esteemed customers, including HM the Queen of England who bestowed a Royal Warrant upon them. Patey Hats was the preferred maker for the legendary hat designer, Herbert Johnson whose own hat studio ultimately absorbed parts of the Patey house before becoming part of Swaine Adeney Brigg in 1996. The Patey brand remains today as part of the Firmin House group.

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.

LAIRD HATTERS

A relatively new arrival to the gentlemen’s hatters scene, Laird was founded in 2009 and has branches in London, Oxford and Cambridge. The house focuses on producing high quality products for discerning, fashion and style conscious customers who seek hard-wearing apparel. This ethos has been driven forward by the launch of the brand’s own range of clothing, under the Laird Utility label, which includes countrywear and workwear pieces made to the same quality and standards as their hats. Their luxurious, traditional hat boxes have become collectables in their own right.

LAGOMARSINO

Lagomarsino is a legendary Argentinian hat-maker from Buenos Aires,, renowned for their sombreros. Their fine millinery has long-been the first choice for the discerning gaucho and frontiersman. This Argentinian hatter has been crafting quality exotic hats for gentlemen since 1891 with their luxury items being highly sought out by aficionados and outdoors enthusiasts across the world.