A Milliner's Musings

2025 Hat Trends - Time to Make a Statement!
Pat here, your resident hat whisperer from The Extraordinary Hat Company! 2025 is now here, and let me tell you, the hat scene is about to explode with creativity and...
2025 Hat Trends - Time to Make a Statement!
Pat here, your resident hat whisperer from The Extraordinary Hat Company! 2025 is now here, and let me tell you, the hat scene is about to explode with creativity and...

Flat Cap vs. Baker Boy: A Head-to-Head Showdown
The world of hats is vast and varied, but sometimes, the simplest styles offer the most sartorial punch. Two such styles that constantly vie for attention are the flat cap...
Flat Cap vs. Baker Boy: A Head-to-Head Showdown
The world of hats is vast and varied, but sometimes, the simplest styles offer the most sartorial punch. Two such styles that constantly vie for attention are the flat cap...

Can You Save a Soaked Felt Hat? (The Answer May...
Most felt hats, provided they are well stiffened, will survive a shower of rain, however if you get caught in torrential rain and your hat gets soaking wet, read my...
Can You Save a Soaked Felt Hat? (The Answer May...
Most felt hats, provided they are well stiffened, will survive a shower of rain, however if you get caught in torrential rain and your hat gets soaking wet, read my...

Steampunk Hats: More Than Just Headwear
The world of Steampunk, a fantastical subgenre that blends Victorian aesthetics with futuristic technology, is a feast for the senses. From the intricate clockwork contraptions to the opulent attire, every...
Steampunk Hats: More Than Just Headwear
The world of Steampunk, a fantastical subgenre that blends Victorian aesthetics with futuristic technology, is a feast for the senses. From the intricate clockwork contraptions to the opulent attire, every...

A History of Hats at the Races: From Victorian ...
Rather than a singular event, the tradition of wearing hats to the races is a gradual evolution of fashion, social norms, and the desire to make a statement.
A History of Hats at the Races: From Victorian ...
Rather than a singular event, the tradition of wearing hats to the races is a gradual evolution of fashion, social norms, and the desire to make a statement.

Don't Be a Hat-less Wonder: 10 Tips for Finding...
Buying a hat can be a considered purchase, but whatever the event, be it leisure, a special day or for everyday, get the right one for you! 1. If you...
Don't Be a Hat-less Wonder: 10 Tips for Finding...
Buying a hat can be a considered purchase, but whatever the event, be it leisure, a special day or for everyday, get the right one for you! 1. If you...
About the Author
From headteacher to acclaimed milliner, Pat Brown brings a lifelong passion for art and design to The Extraordinary Hat Company in Fakenham, Norfolk. With a focus on sustainability, Pat incorporates vintage and rescued materials into unique, affordable British designs. Join Pat on her blog as she shares her inspirations, techniques, and love for hats.