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The Hat Society, established in 1995, is a multifaceted organization designed to promote hat wearing and highlight the people (and animals) who wear them. The Hat Society mission is to
educate, enlighten, and entertain the public with the express purpose to promote hat wearing. By focusing upon the diverse needs of all sectors of the hat-wearing public, including western, pop,
fashion, ethnic, costume, sports, medical and vocational styles, The Hat Society provides the hat wearing public ready access to all hat related information. The Hat Society is the only non-retail
consumer-oriented business devoted exclusively to promoting hats and headwear and providing information to hat fanciers about the wear, care and preservation of hats. As a liaison between the
hat-buying public an retailers, hat designers, milliners, and manufacturers, The Hat Society will provide timely information about hats and their use in society. The consumer who is knowledgeable about
hats will wear them more frequently and enjoy their diverse benefits. The Hat Society is comprised of several departments which focus uniquely upon hats: Publication: Hat World is a quarterly
consumer-oriented, educational and entertainment publication available by subscription and through retail hat stores,. Also in development is a catalogue featuring hat accessories and hat-shaped items such
as pill boxes, greeting cards, wall hanging, calendars, hat racks, and other hat-related items. Special Events: "Hat Festival" is a regional trade show and convention developed by The Hat Society.
"Hat Festival" provides the public an opportunity to buy and sell hats and hat accessories. Booth rentals are affordable and are filled with new and antique hats for sale to the public. The Hat
Society also provides consulting for individuals and groups and is available to present seminars on a number of uniquely different HATopics. Hat Referral:
Call-in information is also available to the public at no charge on where to locate a particular style hat and the local and nationally recognized milliners doing custom work. I. Hat World
The new
quarterly publication, Hat World, features colorful photographs and vivid illustrations of the famous and not-so-famous. Men, women, children and favored, pampered pets and the hats each wear will be
portrayed in every issue. The focus is on hats and hat wearers representing all walks of life. Hat lovers around the country will enjoy seeing movie television and entertainment stars, sports heroes
and working professionals wearing their signature hats and learning what makes their hat so special. Perhaps the hat has survived an alpine avalanche (on top of the survivor!). Maybe the hat was kicked
off by a wild mustang or swatted off by a raging grizzly. Perhaps the hat belonged to great great granddad, and still looks great and fits perfect ! Maybe a beat up and battered hard hat saved the
person's life! We'll search the globe to find the story. Fun, educational and interesting articles cover the history of hats and the role of hats in history dictated by style, status and glamour. Hat
designers and hat makers from western hat designer and trendsetter John B. Stetson to internationally- acclaimed and recently deceased US high fashion designer Frank Olive are profiled in every issue.
The psychology of hats, summary of hat exhibits, hat care and storage tips, how to wear a hat, what hat to wear and when, the latest fashion trends and spins, hat etiquette, hat lingo, and how hats are made
are all regular features. Readers are encouraged to submit hat-related ideas, photographs, short stories, anecdotes, opinions and suggestions to Hat World. Regular departments include: Hat Chat
which provides hat-wearers a readers forum. As a column to "tell my own hat story", comment on Hat World or expand on the world of hats in general "Hat Chat" is there for you!
A Tip of the Hat
highlights "HATrageous" individuals and companies who deserve " A tip of the Hat" for their positive contributions to promote hat wearing. Millinery industry award winners are featured including recipients of the millinery trade's coveted annual "Milli Award," bestowed by the New York-based Millinery Information Bureau (MIB) for outstanding style. Local and national design awards, advertising promotionals featuring hats, hat wearers and hat makers will all be recognized for their contributions by "A tip of the Hat!"
Hats and Health
is the department provident information and tips about the benefits of wearing hats for individuals suffering hair loss. Regular input from the medical community will address hat protection, sun-induced skin cancers, and offer "hat healthy" tips. As an alternative head covering for the needs of chemotherapy and other medical patients, flattering and comfortable hat styles are regularly featured. Where to purchase special hats locally and by mail order will further assist subscribers to Hat World.
Hat Happenings
features a hat calendar of events and exhibits for the true aficionado who wants to keep apprised of "Hat Happening" around the country and the globe. Whether private collections at small art museums or nationally touted touring exhibits, hat events and related exhibits around the country will be highlighted. Readers will be apprised of annual and special events like Fall Hat Week and Straw Hat Week (sponsored by the MIB), Le Fete de Catrinettes (Chicago's Millinery arts Alliance), Eater Parades, Derby events, Travers Stake (Saratoga, NY), Ascot and other hat events through "Hat Happenings."
Hat Classified
is a merchandise and services classified section for subscribers who are buying and selling hat collections, hat making equipment, hat racks and other merchandise or selling hat related services such as hat making and blocking classes. Whether selling hat patterns or specialized accessories, "Hat Classified" in Hat World provides the perfect market and distributions.
II. Special Events, Seminars and Consulting
Special event promotions is another dimension of The Hat Society. Hats provide a unique, interesting and refreshing element to any
celebration and occasion. The Hat Society produces special events with a hat theme. "Hat Festival" is a trade show and convention featuring hat sales of nationally renown and local
milliners, hat makers, and designers. Local hat lovers are provided a unique venue to by exclusive one-of-a-kind couture and antique hats or sell Aunt Mary's or Uncle Frank's Hat collection from their
own rented space. In conjunction with "Hat Festival," educational seminars feature local and renown experts sharing their hat expertise on how to make and accessorize hats, how to wear hats and what
styles to wear, and how to care for those special "hat needs." Hat Festival is a trade show and convention like none other! Party theme consulting by The Hat Society may feature period
looks such as "Victorian," "western" and "southern plantation" and offers a change to the ordinary. Cocktail parties, fashion shows, children and adult teas, including tea etiquette instruction are
other special event offerings. "HATtitude and Etiquette" is among the popular seminar topics presented by the enthusiastic and informed Hat Society president, Kay Killen. After
hearing a fun and entertaining "how to" presentation, participants are given the opportunity and encouraged to try on a number of different hats: fedora, veiled dress, outdoor casual, derby or
cocktail. Identifying favorite styles and learning how to wear a hat confidently with individual style and panache are key objectives of the seminars. Private at-home consulting for individuals
and small groups is also available. Call today to make an appointment! III. Hat Referral
- Do you have a particular hat need or question?
- Do you need 15 derby hats? Do you need a jester hat in purple and red? Do you need a super, extra large (4X or 5X or extra small hat?
- Do you need to do something with Aunt Minnie's or Uncle Al's hat collection, and you care nothing about hats?
- Do you need to know where to clean and reshape a favorite top hat?
- Do you need to buy a special gift for that hard-to-buy-for friend or relative? What about a hat or hat shaped gift! We'll help you find the right gift.
- Do you need to know what hat stores are near you community or the area you are visiting, and what styles and designers they carry?
- Do you have a hat that just doesn't fit and you don't want to get rid of it?
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