Some time ago I catched this vintage melousine-hat body for a small price. It has a fantastic, intensive color and – lucky me- I had a matching petersham ribbon in a shiny violet-blue tone. Usually I avoid feathers, but this one is vintage and was a gift.
The passementerie-trimming is selfmade. I copied an art nouveau embellishment I possess with vintage soutache. I could have used the original, but I think I keep the precious piece for another occasion.