P1240890__09231.1760734944.JPG?c=2。This is a wonderful black straw \"platter\" hat from the 1950s\' The flat top was created in a triangular shape with rounded points. At the top there is a very tiny crown, which is surrounded by a braid made of red, white and black straw. At the center back, the braid iends in strands falling down towards the back, as photographed. Inside the bat there is a small cap, which is to hold the hat in place. Throughout the 1950s, ladies wore hats daily as a part of their attire as was a pair of gloves. Post war 1940’s and 1950’s saw many women choosing not to wear hats on a regular basis. To preserve its market, the millinery industry set about creating variety and extravagance. Generally speaking hats remained small and close to the head. They were now touted as the essential accessory to complete the ensemble. Alternatively, ‘pancake’, ‘mushroom’ or ‘cart wheel’ hats sat flat atop the head reviving turn of the century styles. Label: An Exclusive MARCHE This is an authentic piece of fashion history! This hat is in wonderful vintage condition & has been lovingly preserved among over 1300 vintage hats we have collected for 40+ years. Feathers, straw, flowers & veils are fragile, given their age. Mannequin not for sale.