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Lisa Battaglia Helps Hurricane Sandy’s Victims

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Winter hat by Lisa Battaglia

Mystery Date hat by Lisa Battaglia

New York-based milliner Lisa Battaglia is one of many people affected by Hurricane Sandy. Thankfully, Lisa made it through the storm, but she witnessed much of the destruction firsthand, so she’d like to do something to help.

“I was deeply moved by the destruction of homes and people’s lively possessions right in my own neighborhood,” Lisa says. It is hard to imagine what these people must be going through now as they try to rebuild their lives. My heart goes out to all of these people affected.”

From now until Nov. 23rd, Lisa will donate 10 percent of her sales to the American Red Cross to support victims of Hurricane Sandy. Click here to see her collection.  

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The Perfect Winter Hat

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Brown wool hat by Lisa Battaglia

Cocoa Puff hat by Lisa Battaglia

Millinery has become a rather rare art form, one that milliner Lisa Battaglia still practices with passion. She assembles each hat in her New York City studio using her own free-form technique. Lisa tends not to plan her hats, preferring to let the process itself inspire her. Thus, every single hat is unique. Take this cute Cocoa Puff riding hat – wool traps heat in and the little brim saves skin from the strong winter sun. It’s a perfect little piece, don’t you think?

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Fresh Talent Alert – August 24th

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Another week, another influx of creative and unique designers.

Meckela

The Israel-based bag line Meckela is truly a family affair. Sisters Ofir (also known as Meck) and Ela founded the brand after reconnecting with their creativity on a trip through Asia. The line is something of a tribute to the women in their family, who the sisters describe as “strong and gentle, assertive and feminine, careerist and family-oriented.” These inspiring women took a group jaunt through Europe before they settled into married life, and it is this trip that inspired the Meckela aesthetic: Beautiful, understated and classic.

 Lisa Battaglia

Milliner Lisa Battaglia believes that a hat can completely transform any look. That’s why she creates hats that turn traditional styles on their heads (so to speak). Lisa makes each hat by hand, sculpting the materials just so for a piece that is completely original. Inspired by memories and iconic images, Lisa calls her aesthetic “modern vintage.” Her pieces are creative, modern nods to a time when hats were essential accessories, so we find this description quite fitting.

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Piece I Love – August 22nd

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Handpicked by Nathalie

This is definitely on my things-to-buy-on-Boticca wishlist. Anne-Sophie Coulot’s designs are amazing for their elegant simplicity. This one is inspired by an old French love song, ‘One Day in Paris.’

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Piece I Love – August 3rd

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Handpicked by Chiara

Domino Navy Blue Panama Hat by SuperDuperHats

Domino Hat by SuperDuperHats

This reminds me of Cuban bars and road trips…

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Pippa Middleton Supports Independent Designers

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Bundle MacLaren Nicolette hat, as seen on Pippa Middleton.

It’s official: Pippa Middleton is a fan of Boticca designer Bundle MacLaren! Britain’s most eligible bachelorette was photographed attending a friend’s wedding wearing Bundle’s gorgeous Nicolette hat, and we’re just thrilled to be able to offer it here on Boticca.

Bundle tells us that word of mouth led to her royal connection. Pippa heard about Bundle through a friend, so when she needed a hat for a wedding, she knew exactly where to turn. Bundle and Pippa looked at several hat and dress combinations before deciding that the navy Nicolette was the way to go.

There’s great news for you, too – the Nicolette hat can be yours! This famous hat is now available on Boticca, so be sure to pick it up for weddings, races and summer parties. But don’t miss out – with Pippa’s approval, this hat won’t be around much longer! 

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Piece I Love – May 18th

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Handpicked by Kiyan

Move Creation 2 by Move Officine del cappello

Move Creation 2 by Move Officine del cappello

I’m a big fan of this designer’s work. He has designed hats for popular movies such as the English Patient, Pirates of the Caribbean and Moulin Rouge.

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Piece I Love – August 1st

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Handpicked by Eva

I’m having a real 50s moment with this stunning parasisal straw hat by SuperDuperHats. Perfect for this heatwave the UK is currently having, all I need now is a sea-side get away to debut my look.

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Piece I Love – June 8th

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Handpicked by Poppy

With wedding season in full swing, thoughts of fascinators constantly fill my head. With an epic five weddings still to go this year, I know that the beautifully delicate Heather hat by Bundle MacLaren Millinery is going to be my new best friend for the coming months.

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Wow Piece of the Week – May 5th

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Bundle MacLaren had 10 different hats on parade this past weekend at Westminister Abbey for the Royal Wedding. Now that deserves a Wow!

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