Hat
The silk soutache ornament, ribbon and tassels featured on this hat lend a military feel, which could have been a way for the wearer to show support for the American soldiers during World War II. Women frequently wore elaborate millinery creations during the war years to off-set their subdued clothing, influenced by rationing, and to show support for American industry.
Artwork Details
- Title:Hat
- Department Store:Saks Fifth Avenue (American, founded 1924)
- Date:ca. 1945
- Culture:American
- Medium:wool, silk
- Credit Line:Brooklyn Museum Costume Collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Gift of the Brooklyn Museum, 2009; Gift of Mrs. Myles Friedman, 1960
- Object Number:2009.300.1988
- Curatorial Department: The Costume Institute
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