Hat Makers Near Me

Couture Hat Makers Near Me – Gosforth North East, from Margaret Woodliff Wright, the Northumberland Milliner.

Margaret Woodliff Wright is a couture milliner, each hat, headpiece or accessory that she creates has been lovingly and painstakingly made by her, using classic handcrafted millinery techniques.

Heavily influenced by her passion for colour, textures, design, fabric and her historical and contemporary fashion researches, Margaret, The Northumberland Milliner, has an eclectic millinery style with a special interest in recycling and sustainability. Located just north of Alnwick, her studio is just a short drive from the iconic beaches and castles of the North Northumberland coast.

Of course, when it comes to choosing couture Hat Makers Near Me –  Gosforth North East, the key style dictator is the occasion and the outfit you wish to wear.  Everything starts with you choosing the outfit of your dreams and your couture headpiece should enhance your beautiful outfit, encapsulating your personal style. The next step is your hair, when choosing your couture hat it’s important to know how you would like your stylist to dress your hair on the day.

Often clientss come to me with a clear idea of the headpiece they want, but it can get very confusing, so I’m here to help. Your hat should be in proportion to both your face size, shape, as well as reflecting the design of your outfit. I can guide you through the styles, headpiece and veil options that work for you, tailoring your look to compliment your outfit and your asperations – whether you want your headpiece to make a grand statement or simply add that finishing touch.

During our first appointment we will concentrate on your headpiece style – for instance, elaborate outfits often look best with simple headpieces. As a general rule, structured understated styles work well with crowns and halos. We also select the fabrics for your piece – you can choose fine silks, lace and tulle, veiling, beading and crystals and so on. Once we have decided on the headpiece shape, each piece is completely hand-made in my studio, shapes are hand-blocked, trimmings and flowers expertly made, including petals dyed, cut and shaped by hand. Follow up appointments and fittings will be scheduled to fit with your busy schedule.

Each couture commission is hand-made in my studio, shapes are hand-blocked, with expertly made trimmings and flowers and shaped by hand. A commission starts with an initial in-person visit to my studio in NE67 or NE1 to look through and try on my samples.

Firstly, you select the shape itself, the design, styling and fabric choices follow. It’s very helpful to bring a sample of your fabric with you to the appointment, many bring the outfit itself, though I appreciate that this is not always possible! The first consultation will last about 1.5hrs, throughout the commission making process I will stay in touch by email or FaceTime to update you on progress.

Once the shape has been made there will be a further consultation, to confirm the choice of trims and finishes. At the final appointment, we will have a grand trying-on session and I will explain to you how to adjust your headpiece. Your headpiece design will take six to eight weeks to create, bridal commissions start from £350 (halo bands from £250) there are more details here.

To arrange an in-person couture consultation please get in touch via the “Book a Consultation” form below.