40's Navy Blue Straw Breton Tilt Hat by Valerie Mode New York Creations cotton rayon For the reference dress form

For the reference dress form is modern size 2 and the bodice does not zip all the way

belted with side pockets

Faux pocket square sewn in

I especially like the contrast between the light and airy gems against the heavy and chunky silver

*faded spot on front hem area

40's Navy Blue Straw Breton Tilt Hat by Valerie Mode New York Creations cotton rayon For the reference dress formThis 1940s straw hat is a really cute tilt breton style, with an upturned brim that is wider in front than back. Made by Valerie Mode New York Creations. There is a black chin strap attached. There is also a net veil that has been fashioned into a strap or a band. It is attached on one side but not the other. It could be wrapped around the crown, which I think it was it was originally. The inner circumference is 17". On the outside, the crown is 5. 5"