Description

1950s Beatrice-Martin Floral Hat with Veil – OS

Product Description:

A confection of blossoms, feathers, and whimsy, this original 1950s Beatrice-Martin cocktail hat evokes everything we love about midcentury millinery: structure, imagination, and romantic drama.

Constructed on a lilac-toned base with a soft pink satin lining, the hat is hand-adorned with clusters of ombré silk flowers, flocked millinery leaves, soft lavender feathers, and shimmering pink faux pearl stamens. A delicate netted veil with small gold glitter dots encircles the base, adding a flirtatious layer of sparkle without overwhelming the wearer’s face.

Beatrice-Martin was a New York-based milliner known for her exquisite handcrafted hats during the 1940s–60s. Though less documented than some of her contemporaries, her work exhibits the couture-level detailing and craftsmanship that defined the era’s fashion-forward cocktail accessories.

This is a quintessential piece of midcentury glamour that wears like a crown—without needing to say a word. An ideal accent for spring weddings, Derby parties, or collectors of wearable floral sculpture.

Estimated Era: 1950s
Brand: Beatrice-Martin, New York
Color: Soft lilac, blush, ivory, and pink
Materials: Silk florals, netting, feathers, satin interior
Condition: Excellent vintage condition; veil is intact with no visible holes or pulls. A few small crushed petals consistent with age.
Estimated Fit: OS (One size fits most – hat sits atop the head rather than fully enclosing it)
Model Info: Shown on a hat form for shape reference
Styling Suggestions: Wear with a swing dress, 1950s sheath, or tailored pastel suiting for a head-turning entrance. Perfect for garden weddings, high teas, and spring social events.