Fedora Hat – Premium Wool Felt, Classic Timeless Style 。This is a beautiful fedora from the colorful 1960s\' made of velvety bright maroon felt. The crown is tall, and the upturned brim is medium width. There is a narrow felt band around the crown that ties a beautiful \"flower\" made of the same felt as the hat. There are 2 green leaves protruding from under the flower. Label: ADOLFO REALITES - NEW YORK - PARIS. Printed inside the hat: LUXURIA - Imported Body - Made in Italy Adolfo Sardiña (1933-2021) was a renowned Cuban-American fashion designer, who trained with Balenciaga in Paris. Then became head designer at Emme, winning awards for his hats. Opening His House (1962): He launched his own label with a loan from Bill Blass, gaining fame for playful hats and the clothing he designed to go with them. initially as a milliner (hat maker) who opened his own successful house in New York in 1962, later expanding into clothing, particularly his iconic Chanel-inspired knit suits, and becoming a favorite of First Lady Nancy Reagan. The \"Adolfo Réalités\" line was his mid-priced collection launched in 1963, showcasing his creative flair beyond just custom hats. Please keep in mind that you are buying a vintage hat, not new nor perfect! This is an authentic piece of fashion history! This hat is in wonderful vintage condition & has been lovingly preserved among over 1300 vintage hats we have collected for 40+ years. Feathers, straw, furs, flowers & veils are fragile given their age. Mannequin not for sale.