AMAZING DESIGNER 1940。This is a fabulous collectible 1940s\' navy straw fedora designed by notable designer EVELYN VARON. The short crown is pinched at one side to capture a beautiful rust colored feather \"wing\" with as long, curly feather quill. The medium brim has a \"crocheted\" straw edge. The crown is surrounded with navy veiling and has a grosgrain bow. Hat is to be worn tilted. Elasctic strap attached inside hat. The wartime 40’s saw a huge variety of hats that were suitable for any face shape, hairstyle or personal preference. Throughout the war & on both sides of the Atlantic, elaborate creations brightened dreary utility fashions, brought about by rationing. Explosions of feathers, veiling & artificial flowers were popular. Label: EVELYN VARON Model + NEW YORK CREATION The New York Dress Institute was formed in 1941 by fashion publicist Eleanor Lambert as a joint venture between the clothing manufacturers of New York City & the ILGWU. The label was created by a group of well-known designers who wanted to remain anonymous (IN THIS CASE, MS. VARON INCLUDED HER LABEL) & wanted to support the New York Creation label & keep it competitive with French styles of the era. The label is small, white and blue. This is an authentic piece of fashion history! This hat is in wonderful vintage condition & has been lovingly preserved among over 1300 vintage hats we have collected for 40+ years. Feathers, straw, flowers & veils are fragile, given their age. Mannequin not for sale.