NOT just a tool protective headgear, hats incarnated as a fashion accessory that is loved and become a trend. Kate Middleton is said to have a major influence on the trend of the current cap.
Hat is not so much attention because its function is "only" able to protect the head from the blazing sun. Her presence was more aimed at men, especially those with outdoor activities. Occasionally useful as well in supporting the appearance to look more manly and stylish. But that was then.
Now, the hat had a special attraction since the "royal wedding" in UK held some time ago. At that time some members of the royal family wore Victorian-style hat. Following Kate Middleton is always complement the look with Victorian-style hat when I travel.
She actually likes to wear hats for a long time, but a new trend developed after her marriage to Prince William. The Duchess of Cambridge have stepped into the public spotlight, particularly its appearance.
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"Most people do not realize that Kate's love of hats has appeared about three years ago. The style is simple it would attract the attention of the younger generation, "said an American hat designer, Carol Schaffeld, as reported by WWD.
Schaffeld is a special hat designer whose designs have been exhibited at the Kentucky Derby Museum, Louisville, Kentucky. He is currently the focus of designing fashion accessories for the younger segment.
The first time he opened a hat shop, the buyer who has not come as much this year. He believed, Kate Middletonlah effects that make the young woman loved the hat. It was also echoed Arlene Goldstein, vice president of Trend Merchandising & Fashion Direction Belk Dept. Store. According to him, Kate is the "hat queens" universal.
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"He loved the hat and wear it can be very expressive, even for the most eccentric hats," said Goldstein.
"In England, it's culture. Britain has always loved hats. I think we (Americans) will see what he wears, and the results will grow. Personally, I like the hat in the summer. The idea of such a floppy hat that is currently evolving quite interesting, "he continued.
So, what kind of hat enthusiasts have most? According Schaffeld, hats are worn as accessories attached to the hair and a bandana is one of the most popular. Hats of this type usually worn on the left or right side of the head, just like a cap that is often used Kate Middleton. The cap is also known by the name "hatinator hat".
There is another cap-style "vintage" made of knitted wool. The manufacturing process has traditionally and requires about five to ten workers. This classic hat impressed, but had a strong magnetic because it is always sold out.
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"I like everything that is classic and I am not going to sell the collection of the hat to the person who carelessly or people who just want to wear to a Halloween party. I want them to be more respect in the use of hats, "said Schaffeld.
Besides Schaffeld, Albertus Swanepoel also recently launched a collection of hats that will be sold by retail in the United renowned boutiques, Target. There are about 14 hats that were introduced include a floppy hat, Victorian style, Bardot, Tabatha style, large banded hat and fedora hat.
Swanepoel is referred to as "Philip Treacy" Americans are choosing bright colors like red, blue, green, and yellow. Motive was mostly played on the animal print, especially leopard motif.
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"I like everything natural shades. Animal motifs such as this seems to develop into quite a lot of trends and market demand, "he added.
As an attractive, Swanepoel is not just designing hats for sale in the retail market, also made a hat "limited edition" for two months into the future along with jewelry designer Dana Kellin.
In a release, Senior Vice President of Apparel & Accessories Target Trish Adams said, "This is an exciting opportunity to be working with two designers at once. They have a strong passionyang in creating a masterpiece. "
Swanepoel has been designing hats for a number of famous fashion designers, including Carolina Herrera, Alexander Wang, and Narciso Rodriguez. 've Also collaborated with retailers such as Stetson, J Crew and Gap.
