Hats - Royal Research

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While hats are no longer required for day to day life like they were a century ago, they remain a very important part of Royal life. And are often required as part of the dress code for certain official royal events.

Each royal has their different preference when it comes to hat style and designer. But most Working Royals choose bold, colorful hats as a way of helping them be seen, especially in a crowd.

As Queen Elizabeth II once said, "I have to be seen to be believed."

Resources:

• Royal Hats (Blog) - They are an expert on millinery and cover hats worn by royals at events. They also have some guides on hat terminology, design features, interviews with milliners, etc.

Some Royal Milliners:

• James Lock & Co (London, UK)
• Royal Warrant from Prince Philip & Prince Charles
• World's oldest hat shops
• Patey Hats (London, UK)
• Royal Warrant from The Queen
• Specializing in ceremonial hats, top hats, riding hats and military headwear
• Rachel Trevor-Morgan (London, UK)
• Royal Warrant from the Queen
• Fabienne Delvigne (Brussels, Belgium)
• "Purveyor to the Court of Belgium" from King Albert & King Philippe
• Jane Taylor Milliner (London, UK)
• Philip Treacy (London, UK)

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