Vintage Adolfo 11 Felt Woman's Fedora

Born in Cuba in 1933, Adolfo Sardinia began his millinery career in 1948 moving to New York to apprentice at Bergdorf Goodman. Later he would apprentice at both Balenciaga and Chanel in Paris, always returning to New York. In 1953 Adolfo was made head designer at Emme, winning several design awards, he moved on from the company in 1962. With a loan from design Bill Blass, he opened his own label that same year. In 1963 Adolfo expanded his range with Adolfo II. This hat was produced between 1965-1975. It is very unusual due to its dual color material. Great Vintage condition.