VTG 1950s Navy Wool Beaded Hat Lilyan Models and 31 similar items

What you?ll love about this hat: This exquisite 1950s beaded cocktail hat is a jewel of midcentury millinery. Crafted from deep navy wool, it?s meticulously hand-embroidered with sparkling carnival glass?toned bugle and seed beads in swirling, light-catching patterns. The structured wire base features classic ?ear? tabs that allow it to perch securely on nearly any head size?a graceful, wearable piece of fashion history. Condition: Excellent vintage condition. No missing beads or visible flaws. Wire structure remains strong and stable. Provenance: By Lilyan Models, a respected mid-century American millinery label celebrated for elegant cocktail and evening hats. Known for high-quality hand beading and timeless silhouettes. Style Aesthetics: ? collectible midcentury millinery ? classic 1950s cocktail glamour ? sustainably vintage ? wool glass beads, made to last Styling Tips: Pair with a 1950s fit-and-flare dress for an authentic cocktail look. Style with pearls and gloves for Mrs. Maisel retro chic. Add drama to a sleek modern coat for winter soirees. Perfect for theater, film, or period-inspired weddings. Measurements: Width (ear to ear): approx. 12 in Flexible wire base accommodates most head sizes Modern Size + Fit Guide: One size fits most (women?s). Comfortable fit on 21?23" head circumference. Fit Guide Example: works well on heights 5'2"?5'9", weights 115?165 lbs; wire tabs hold securely without pinning. Fabric / Materials: Wool base, glass bugle and seed beads, wire frame. Sustainability Note: Sustainably vintage ? wool and glass construction, no synthetics, designed to endure decades of wear. A timeless alternative to fast fashion. Pop Culture Screen Style References: Evokes the polished cocktail style of The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Breakfast at Tiffany?s, and classic Old Hollywood soirees. Costuming CTA: Costuming a film, theater, or creative project? Contact Miss Kitty ? we have extensive vintage inventory not yet listed and can offer excellent bulk/volume discounts for productions seeking 1950s millinery or cocktail looks.