A wide-brimmed hat, worn over the white day caps, which ties under the chin, bending the brim down at each side. Constructed of silk, cotton or linen over a foundation. Finished hat is trimmed with ribbon around the crown and narrow tape ties to hold hat on head. Pattern size med. This fashionable velvet hat for women and children was popular during the 1860's for informal social events such as promenades or riding a horse.
Narrow tapes hold it on the head.
Finished hat constructed of linen or silk over a foundation, trimmed with colored ribbons. Ribbon band, fancy bow, and a black or colored plume trim it. Appropriate for a late 1850's to mid 1860's impression. Exclusive to Miller's Millinery. This hat is worn over a woman's white cotton or linen cap.