Vintage Renata Originals Elaborate Black Feather Hood Hat designer-mr-blackwell frilled ruffled extravaganza that cascades

frilled ruffled extravaganza that cascades from a nipped in waist

socialites and first ladies and you can see why in this dramatic ballgown

Onto this is a gorgeous pattern of bead work and rhinestones

The neckline is in his signature squared off cut with wide straps that curve up and around each shoulder

Vintage Renata Originals Elaborate Black Feather Hood Hat designer-mr-blackwell frilled ruffled extravaganza that cascadesThis hat is such a statement piece and so bold. It is made of a glossy, iridescent black feathers that are all set to sweep back front he front and give it that wonderful fullness. It is almost like a hood and the effect is marvelous. It is definitely a unique and bold piece. It is entirely made by hand. It has its Milliner label Renata Originals in it but I have not been able to find out more about who that was or a definitive date. Its fabulous