Vintage George Mandel Floral Cocktail Hat | Late 1940s Straw Tilt Hat with Pink Silk Flowers & Veil
Description:
Delicate, romantic, and unmistakably elegant, this authentic late 1940s George Mandel cocktail hat captures the glamour of post-war American millinery. Handcrafted on a woven ivory straw base, this beautiful tilt hat is lavishly adorned with soft blush pink silk flowers and finished with a dramatic olive-green face veil that creates a timeless silhouette.
Originally retailed by Tailored Woman of New York, this rare designer piece reflects the refined femininity of the late 1940s. While it shows honest vintage wear, it remains a beautiful collector's piece that would also shine in theatrical productions, editorial photography, vintage bridal styling, or as a display piece in a millinery collection.
The soft blush florals, woven straw construction, and airy veil evoke the romance of a bygone era, making this a truly special example of American vintage fashion history.
•Designer: George Mandel
•Retailer: Tailored Woman, New York
•Era: Late 1940s
•Color: Ivory, Blush Pink, Soft Rose & Olive Green
•Material: Woven Straw, Silk Flowers & Veiling
•Style: Floral Cocktail Hat / Tilt Hat
•Features: Handwoven straw base, oversized blush silk floral arrangement, dramatic olive-green face veil, lightweight construction, authentic late 1940s designer millinery
•Occasion: Vintage display, theatrical productions, editorial photography, romantic bridal styling, costume collections, garden parties, afternoon tea, Easter, Mother's Day, and vintage fashion collections
•Condition: Price reflects condition. Fair vintage condition with visible age-related wear. The long face veil has multiple tears and areas of damage and could be replaced, while the silk flowers exhibit fraying, fading, and wear consistent with age. The hat remains structurally sound and displays beautifully despite these imperfections. Please review all photographs carefully, as they are considered part of the description.
Product Tags:
George Mandel hat, vintage floral hat, 1940s hat, cocktail hat, tilt hat, straw hat, birdcage veil, pink flower hat, theatrical costume, vintage millinery, bridal hat, collector hat, display hat
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