Collection item
Straw hat with swathed fabric crown
Fleur Young was working as a milliner's apprentice when she was called on to model in a fashion parade. She later set up her own millinery salon but during the 1950s and 1960s Fleur became known as a hat model. Fashion writers waxed lyrical about this 'milliner’s delight'. "The slim, expressive-faced Fleur Young is one of those fortunate people who can wear any hat ever designed – and with distinction," wrote one.
Details
Photographer:
Unknown
Model
Fleur Young
Copyright:
Image © Auckland Star / Stuff
Designer:
Faye Hunt
Garment type:
Hat
Features:
The hat has a swathed fabric crown.
Purchase location:
Faye Hunt Salon, 4th Floor, City Chambers, Queen Street, Auckland
Label:
Faye Hunt
