Vintage 1940s Black Tilt Hat with Large Feather Plume, 22 。This is a stunning black felt wide brim hat from the high fashions of the 1940s\'!!! The crown is medium height and is surrounded by a showstopper wide brim which is edged by another felt band. The crown extends below the brim.There is a very large pearl pin that pierces a creatively folded grosgrain band at one side of the crown. There are multiple tall black feathers projecting upwards and over the brim. To add a dramatic finishing touch, there is a large piece of veiling attached at each side of the crown, creating a \"scarf\" effect. This is a showstopper!!! The wartime 40’s saw a huge variety of hats that were suitable for any face shape, hairstyle or personal preference. Throughout the war & on both sides of the Atlantic, elaborate creations brightened dreary utility fashions.The only items not rationed were hat materials. Explosions of feathers, veiling & artificial flowers were popular. Labels: NEW YORK CREATION - 22 1/2 The New York Creation label was created by a group of well-known designers who wanted to remain anonymous & wanted to keepcompetitive with French styles of the era. These hats are highly sought after. 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.