1950s Eva Mae Modes Pink Straw Cocktail Hat with Satin Pleating & Crystal Leaf Detail

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1950s Eva Mae Modes Pink Straw Cocktail Hat with Satin Pleating & Crystal Leaf Detail

Product Description:

A confection of delicate craftsmanship and midcentury femininity, this 1950s Eva Mae Modes cocktail hat showcases the structured softness of vintage millinery at its finest. Woven from whisper-pink straw with a subtle iridescent sheen, the hat is gently molded into a flat pillbox silhouette, framed with a twisted band of blush-pink satin that drapes with the elegance of a silk charmeuse ribbon.

A petite spray of marquise-cut glass leaves and prong-set crystal adds a restrained touch of sparkle—set asymmetrically to one side like a quiet wink. Interior netting and original grosgrain banding keep the structure intact, while preserving its featherweight wearability.

A quintessential post-war hat for luncheons, bridal occasions, or day-to-dusk elegance, this piece exemplifies the design philosophy of the era: demure yet utterly styled. Best suited for display, collection, or wear by vintage devotees with petite head sizing.

Era: 1950s
Label: Eva Mae Modes
Color: Petal pink
Materials: Straw (likely raffia or sinamay blend), satin, netting, rhinestone detail
Interior: Grosgrain ribbon band, netted crown lining
Condition: Excellent vintage condition. Some faint cosmetic wear consistent with age. All embellishments and construction intact.
Estimated Size: Best fits 21″–21.5″ head circumference or displayed on hat stand. Does not fully enclose head like a modern hat.
Model Info: Displayed on Quirk’s custom egg-shaped hat form.

Occasion Suggestions: Afternoon tea, vintage bridal, Derby day, garden party, editorial styling

Styling Tip: Pair with a structured vintage day dress or modern tonal tailoring for a contemporary twist. Can be anchored with bobby pins or a vintage hatpin for wear.

 Price: $112