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What Hat Are You Wearing Today 1?

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Celia

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This thread keeps me sane, I'm still working nights, get in at about six am, always check the what hat thread. Last week I had a couple of nights off, we went to a very special wedding on Friday. The MG looked resplendent decked out in wedding ribbons. Here's hoping that the chauffeur didn't get upstaged by his car.
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I don't think you could get upstaged in that outfit. Impeccable. I hope you had a good time! What make is the hat?
 

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From the bounty of my black hat collection, here is an old Vanzina that might perhaps be a rare example of the work of this manufacturer before their absorption into Borsalino during or after the depression. The style has a tall crown and narrow brim, an alpine flavor which reflects the location of the retailer in Brunico, a southern Tyrolean city in Italy within 20 kilometers of the Austrian border. The basting thread that protects the ribbon and elaborate bow remains in place. I don't believe this hat was ever sold to or worn by a consumer. Daniele might have additional thoughts/information.

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Very nice;the ribbon/bow work is interesting.It looks like permanent "basting" stitches.
 

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Beautiful hat, killer jacket.

Thanks Perry... it's an old Missoni from the 1980s. Maybe a good fit for today's Italian job?!

That hat is so beautiful. The bow is just perfect. You have been wearing such stunning hats recently!

Thank you Celia! I'm glad you enjoy this one. It is one of my more unusual Europeans.

Very nice;the ribbon/bow work is interesting.It looks like permanent "basting" stitches.

I believe this stitch was used to keep the ribbon and bow from being crushed as hats were stacked for shipment from the factory to the store. It would likely have been removed when sold to the end customer.

Alan, It's really fantastic! I very happy to see this hat. :)

Thank you Steve... not everyone's cup of tea, but I know you would enjoy this.
 
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In a nod to the upcoming record high temp today of around 75 it's the first Panama of the season for me. Ecua-Andino
DSCN0234 crop by Michael A2012, on Flickr
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In serious need of a ribbon upgrade.
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This will be the last panama day for awhile as we are to return to seasonal temps.
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Get it while you can,
Michael

Like the song says, Mike, "Enjoy yourself; it's later than you think!"

The color palette today is great, sir, but the hat patterns nearly gave me an acid flashback to 1969 OP ART!
 
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From the bounty of my black hat collection, here is an old Vanzina that might perhaps be a rare example of the work of this manufacturer before their absorption into Borsalino during or after the depression. The style has a tall crown and narrow brim, an alpine flavor which reflects the location of the retailer in Brunico, a southern Tyrolean city in Italy within 20 kilometers of the Austrian border. The basting thread that protects the ribbon and elaborate bow remains in place. I don't believe this hat was ever sold to or worn by a consumer. Daniele might have additional thoughts/information.

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A really Special hat, Alan. Your narrative makes it even more meaningful, thank you!!
 

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This thread keeps me sane, I'm still working nights, get in at about six am, always check the what hat thread. Last week I had a couple of nights off, we went to a very special wedding on Friday. The MG looked resplendent decked out in wedding ribbons. Here's hoping that the chauffeur didn't get upstaged by his car.
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I've the pics of your car, so I understand the concern. But I'd say the driver is finely matched to the splendid automobile!
 

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Like the song says, Mike, "Enjoy yourself; it's later than you think!"

The color palette today is great, sir, but the hat patterns nearly gave me an acid flashback to 1969 OP ART!
Thanks Charlie. That pattern is pretty mesmerizing. I'm not sure how they two toned the bottom and tops of the colored straws.

Your green hat today is fantastic. I need a green hat. Badly.

Michael
 

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FedOregon

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From the bounty of my black hat collection, here is an old Vanzina that might perhaps be a rare example of the work of this manufacturer before their absorption into Borsalino during or after the depression. The style has a tall crown and narrow brim, an alpine flavor which reflects the location of the retailer in Brunico, a southern Tyrolean city in Italy within 20 kilometers of the Austrian border. The basting thread that protects the ribbon and elaborate bow remains in place. I don't believe this hat was ever sold to or worn by a consumer. Daniele might have additional thoughts/information.

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That's a stunningly beautiful hat, Alan. That bow treatment is wonderful, and exactly what I want duplicated on my next custom.
 
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