VTG 50s Gwenn Pennington Feather Plume Tilt and similar items

Why You?ll Love This Hat: This breathtaking 1950s tilt hat by Gwenn Pennington exudes cinematic glamour and unapologetic drama. Sculpted in deep chocolate wool, it?s crowned with a sweeping plume of brown and black feathers in a V-front crest ? a shape that elongates and frames the face with undeniable film noir allure. The impeccable millinery craftsmanship creates a silhouette both powerful and feminine ? think Marlene Dietrich or a Joan Crawford close-up. Condition: Pristine deadstock vintage with original tags still attached. Feathers are full and structured, wool is flawless, interior clean. Provenance Note: Gwenn Pennington millinery was known for luxury hatmaking in the mid-century era, blending dramatic lines with refined feather work for a look favored by society women, performers, and style icons. Style Aesthetics: ? Femme fatale noir ? Old Hollywood sophistication ? sustainable vintage ? plume drama ? cocktail elegance ? deadstock collectible millinery Styling Tips: Tilt at an angle over one brow for an ultra-glamorous film star effect. Perfect with structured suiting, velvet cocktail dresses, or a fur stole. Ideal for vintage styling, period costuming, or editorial shoots. Pop Culture Screen Style References: Evokes the powerful glamour of Mildred Pierce, Gilda, and The Big Sleep ? icons like Marlene Dietrich and Rita Hayworth would have felt at home in a piece like this. Measurements: ? Inside circumference: approx. 21.5" ? Feather plume height: 6.5" ? Tilt hat style ? sits elegantly forward on the head. Fabric / Materials: ? 100% wool base ? Brown and black feather plume ? Original Gwenn Pennington tags intact Sustainability Note: Sustainably vintage ? couture craftsmanship designed to endure, not fast fashion. Costuming CTA: Costuming a film, theater, or creative project? Contact Miss Kitty ? we have extensive vintage inventory and can offer excellent bulk/volume discounts for productions seeking femme fatale, noir, or midcentury looks. Thanks for Shopping at The Cats Pajamas! PLEASE ASK Miss Kitty any QUESTIONS BEFORE PURCHASING! Seriously, fire away! We love to chat and want to make sure you're doing a happy dance when your goodies arrive! RETURN POLICY: Our treasures are sold as final sale (no take-backsies!), but your satisfaction is our jam! We get it ? photos can only tell half the story, so don't be shy about those questions! CONDITION: All our finds are sold as-is, straight from a clean, smoke-free zone. Unless we've called out a specific "quirk," these beauties are flawless and ready to shine! SHIPPING: We're on it! Standard 2-day handling, though we usually process same or next day; or if you're in a real big hurry, zip, zap, zoom with 1-day express via USPS or UPS. INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING: Hey globetrotters! Just a friendly heads-up: you're on the hook for any import taxes or customs fees. We play by the rules and give customs the full scoop, so no surprises there!