A Milliner's Musings

Ladies dressed up in their finery and beautiful hats, sipping champagne beside the race course.

Ladies' Day at the Races: A Celebration of Fash...

Pat Brown

Ready to turn heads and make memories? Ladies' Day at the races is more than just a day at the track; it's a dazzling celebration of fashion, history and unforgettable...

Ladies' Day at the Races: A Celebration of Fash...

Pat Brown

Ready to turn heads and make memories? Ladies' Day at the races is more than just a day at the track; it's a dazzling celebration of fashion, history and unforgettable...

A hat created to look like a stack of pancakes and a 1950s image of a lady wearing a pancake hat

Flipping Out for Fashion: A Deep Dive into the ...

Pat Brown

Whether you're drawn to its historical significance, its understated elegance, or its potential for creative expression, the pancake hat is a delightful addition to any wardrobe. So, go ahead, embrace...

Flipping Out for Fashion: A Deep Dive into the ...

Pat Brown

Whether you're drawn to its historical significance, its understated elegance, or its potential for creative expression, the pancake hat is a delightful addition to any wardrobe. So, go ahead, embrace...

Sun hats made from banana leaves

The Green Crown: Harnessing the Beauty of Plant...

Pat Brown

Millinery, the art of making hats, has long been celebrated for its creativity, style and elegance. Designers not only draw inspiration from culture, fashion and historical trends but also from...

The Green Crown: Harnessing the Beauty of Plant...

Pat Brown

Millinery, the art of making hats, has long been celebrated for its creativity, style and elegance. Designers not only draw inspiration from culture, fashion and historical trends but also from...

Three rows of different looking felt hats

The Enduring Appeal of Felt Hats: Why This Time...

Pat Brown

For centuries, felt has been the material of choice for countless hats, from the dapper fedora to the rugged outback hat. Its enduring popularity isn't just a matter of tradition;...

The Enduring Appeal of Felt Hats: Why This Time...

Pat Brown

For centuries, felt has been the material of choice for countless hats, from the dapper fedora to the rugged outback hat. Its enduring popularity isn't just a matter of tradition;...

Get Ready to Top Off 2025 with the Fakenham World Hat Walk!

Get Ready to Top Off 2025 with the Fakenham Wor...

Pat Brown

Fakenham, Norfolk is gearing up for a spectacular event: the World Hat Walk 2025! On Sunday, April 27th, join us for a colourful, community-spirited stroll, all in the name of...

Get Ready to Top Off 2025 with the Fakenham Wor...

Pat Brown

Fakenham, Norfolk is gearing up for a spectacular event: the World Hat Walk 2025! On Sunday, April 27th, join us for a colourful, community-spirited stroll, all in the name of...

A frozen branch

Conquer the Cold: Choosing the Right Hat for Fr...

Pat Brown

Winter's icy grip demands respect, and nowhere is that more evident than in the battle for head warmth. A simple hat might seem insignificant, but it's a crucial piece of...

Conquer the Cold: Choosing the Right Hat for Fr...

Pat Brown

Winter's icy grip demands respect, and nowhere is that more evident than in the battle for head warmth. A simple hat might seem insignificant, but it's a crucial piece of...

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.