A Carnival of Colour hat auction
Designed by a host of exceptional British-based milliners, including Stephen Jones OBE, Lisa Tan, and Jane Taylor, who has been worn by everyone from Beyonce to Pippa Middleton, these one-off masterpieces have been created to reflect a carnival theme.
Gogglebox’s Lisa Baggs (left) showcased “Venice” by Lai Hats, while Kelsey Parker, widow of boyband The Wanted’s Tom Parker who died of a glioblastoma (GBM), wore “Pretty Polly” by Lisa Tan Millinery. They were joined by pals Samie Elishi from Love Island, Kelsey-Ann Bowden, Gemma Whittaker alongside Cara Delahoyde-Massey, also from Love Island, and stylist Sarah Parker.
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Bid nowWalking on Sunshine by Awon Golding (RRP £965)
The exuberance and positivity of Spring is realised in this lavender purple parasisal beret with 360 veil and floating crinoline bow.
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Bid nowRed Rooster by Dillon Wallwork Bespoke Hats (RRP £575)
Reminiscent of a Chinese ribbon or Maypole dance, this fuschia pink sinamay creation is completed by a side sweep of scarlet red crinoline.
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Bid nowJezebel Rose by Edwina Ibbotson Millinery (RRP £1,025)
Marrying bright carnival vibes with feminine elegance, this duchess silk satin creation is elevated by a facial veil with hand painted flowers.
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Bid nowWaltzer by Emily-London (RRP £685)
A silk turban in a playful hot pink with a burst of colourful feathers which evoke the colours and movement of the carnival spirit.
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Bid nowJoy by Fernanda Lewis Millinery (RRP £435)
Designed to bring joy to the wearer, this emerald green straw base features a one-of-a-kind rescued bow, and will suit many face shapes.
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Bid nowSorcha Anna by Gráinne Maher Millinery (RRP £1,200)
A pink metallic, leather teardrop hat with large glassy flower, hand enamelled with multiple feathered quills and spikey veiling detail.
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Bid nowComet by Jane Taylor Hats (RRP £950)
A red recreation of Jane’s signature cocktail hat as worn by VIPs and members of the Royal family, enhanced with a sculptural twist.
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Bid nowConfetti by Julian Garner Headwear (RRP £415)
A wide halo band, hand-dyed to create an ombre effect trimmed with handmade straw twirls and Swarovski Crystals.
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Bid nowPretty Polly by Lisa Tan Millinery (RRP £895)
Woven with rainbow lurex threads, this wide-brimmed, midi-sized boater is a shimmering depiction of celebration.
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Bid nowVenice by Lai Hats (RRP £800)
This dramatic piece captures the theatricality of the Venice Carnival with swirling coloured quills and feathers to frame the face.
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Bid nowRevel by Sophie Beale Millinery (RRP £325)
A sparkling percher-style headpiece that reflects the shimmer and flamboyance of carnival time, where celebrations go on long into the night.
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Bid nowArc-en-ciel by Stephen Jones Millinery (RRP £690)
This piece is a party in a hat, where the carnival theme has been encompassed in this fun, colourful cloud of whimsy.
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Bid nowGolden Lady by Victoria Grant (RRP £490)
Celebrating the female form and elegance with this sun-gold silk cocktail beret with lace.
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Bid nowJamboree by Vivien Sheriff (RRP £1,600)
Encapsulating“all the fun of the fair”,this is an explosion of hand-dyed goose and pheasant feathers in vintage carnival colours set on a dramatic base.
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Bid nowCocktail Explosion by William Chambers Millinery (RRP £1,200)
This fabulously fun cocktail hat boasts hand-crafted flowers made from drinking straws and crystals, inspired by the colourful costumes from carnivals across the world.
