Condsider the footing As any horseman knows, 90% of lameness originates in the foot. For this reason we tend to treat our farriers as visiting royalty . We treat our horses to custom shoes, expertly fitted to the beast and the terrain. Unfortuately, few of us can afford custom footwear for ourselves. Personally, I find…
DetailsIn choosing an outfit for the Kentucky Derby, the choices are absolutely overwhelming! You never know what the weather will be like. There has actually been snow on Derby Day, as well as 85 degree weather. The biggest key in selecting an outfit is finding something that you fall in love with. That’s key. I…
DetailsIn the last post we explored the challenge of picking the head piece or veil that best suits the bride’s features. Today I’d like to continue with another important consideration; finding a head piece that best suits the bride’s frock. I love the sleek, elegant gowns that are so in vogue. They are often strapless…
DetailsReading about the recent downsizing at many companies, it reminded me of the times that I was laid off. It’s a scary feeling. The rug gets pulled out from under you and panic starts to set in. However, many positive things can come from job loss. The benefit of my getting laid off numerous times…
DetailsLike perfume, it has to be personal. Good news for hat lovers, and you must be a hat fancier or you wouldn’t be reading this blog; The New York Times has recently published an article recognizing the role headwear plays in the fashion industry. It appears that hats are making a resurgence both on and…
DetailsAt Polly Singer Couture Hats & Veils, we always strive to be environmentally aware. All of our office paper is recycled. Our business and note cards are printed on recycled paper. We have eliminated all toxic chemicals in favor of more natural ones. All of our hats and trims are biodegradable. In addition, we do…
DetailsAs a child, one of my favorite books was Dr. Seuss’s “Cat In The Hat”. I never grew up with cats, but now I have many. Combining two of my great loves, cats and hats, it still is a favorite book of mine. Each Christmas, I usually end up with a Cat In The Hat…
DetailsWhen I was a little girl, my mother read many books to me. My favorite, “Toodles and Her Friends”, had a cat that went through obstacles, but would always persevere and come out on top. She would always say “Perseverance Pays”. That has always stuck with me. In designing hats, I am always the most…
DetailsBeing a designer of bridal veils, I don’t actually get to witness many weddings where my veils are worn. However a few weeks ago, one of the first models from my website got married and I had the pleasure of attending her wedding. Many people are having fall weddings and it can be a great…
DetailsNothing now could take the wind out of my sails. Because I’m invited to step out this evening With top hat and white tie and tails. Irving Berlin Royal Ascot, Fred Astaire, riding to hounds, Cabaret, impressarios, John Singer Sargent’s incomparable portrait of Lord Ribbesdale, Willy Wonka, opening night at the opera, Alice’s mad teaparty…
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