DISTINGUISHED 1940s TAUPE & GREEN FELT TURBAN WITH LONG GREEN VEILING

Quite distinguished felt turban in taupe and green layers. This asymmetrical hat is creatively made of bands of felt creating a turban style. To finish the elegant look there is a long green veil that can be wrapped around like a scarf. Quite stunning piece of history! In fashion, the draped turban has a history dating back to at least the late 18th century, and had revivals in most decades of the 20th century. Notably, it rose to popularity in the 1910s as a symbol of eastern glamour, while in the 1940s it was worn by everyone from Hollywood stars to land girls. Label: MILGRIM The House of Milgrim: American designer, Sally Milgrim was a dressmaker to several Presidential wives including Mrs. Roosevelt, Mrs. Hoover, and Mrs. Coolidge. She was also the head designer for the House of Milgrim for more than twenty years. She designed wearable costumes for American women including suits, hats, gloves, and shoes. In addition to their retail stores, they also had a wholesale division selling original Milgrim fashions and hats to other stores. This hat is in wonderful vintage condition and has been lovingly preserved among over 1300 vintage hats we have collected for 40+ years. Mannequin not for sale.