BY THE SEASIDE - Our SS23/24 Collection
The House Of Hats Newest Collection….’ BY THE SEASIDE ‘ is here just in time for summer.. Step into a world of timeless charm and elegance.
Get ready to elevate your summer style with The House of Hats latest collection of stunning handcrafted hats!
Made from only the finest material and inspired by the timeless fashion of the 1930s our new collection is the perfect addition to your summer wardrobe.
Offering nine new original handcrafted styles exclusive to our brand each delicate piece has been expertly handcrafted in our Sydney Studio by renowned Milliner Ilana Meilak, ensuring that every hat is of the highest quality and designed to last.
We’ve added our signature style of adding vintage trims and buckles to this collection to keep it authentic to the era.
Whether you’ve looking for a stylist for a day at the beach, a chic addition to your summer outfit or simply want to make a statement at your next event, our new collection has something for everyone.
So why wait? head over to our shop to view tghe full collection or pop into our Sydney Showroom to try them all on in person.
Trust us, you wont be disappointed…..
ilana is wearing our AHOY MINI BOATER in French Navy
Watch our ‘ BY THE SEASIDE Campaign Video to view the Collection
SEASONS IN TIME - New Women's Winter Hat Collection
BABY IT’S COLD OUTSIDE …. Winter is here and lucky for you we have you covered !! with our newest women’s hat collection.
The House Of Hats has some amazing new Winter Style Hats in our Online shop to keeps you warm and looking fabulous all winter long.
Our Newest collection of Vintage Inspired hats inspired by the season in times of different eras from the 1920s- 1960s
We have four new hat designs available in luxurious fur felt in Winter shades, such as Forest, Smoke, Caramel and Ebony.
Like our ‘ Velvet Royale ‘ Pill box hat inspired by the 1940s and the glamour, a perfect after 5 cocktail hat worn tilted on the side slight forward or can be worn on the back of the head for a more 60s feel, so versatile the choice is yours !
Our ‘ Baby it’s Cold Outside’ Fur Felt turban is a 60s dream hat, perfect for everyday to keep your head warm, this classic style will be your winter staple hat.
Our ‘ Season’s Fur Felt Beret for the beret lovers out there, the perfect side that sits elegantly on the side of the head for a true french parisenne style.
Our ‘ Time After Time’ Tilt hat will transform you back to the late 1930s , teamed with a felt art deco hat pin, you will defiantly turn heads with this hat.
And last but not least our ‘ Doves’ cloche hat , inspired by the 1920s in the perfect dove grey for all you cloche lovers out there.
These are all available Ready to ship now in our Online Hat Shop or can be custom made in any colour you choose,
Stay Warm and Fabulous….
Our ‘ VELVET ROYALE ‘ Tilt hat is a luxurious hat perfect for after five.
Hand made on a vintage hat blocked and covered in the most beautiful vintage gold flocked velvet , and lined in black satin and vintage gold petersham ribbon.
Attaches to the head with two comb and some millinery elastic.
Wear our ‘ VELVET ROYALE ‘ Tilted on the side or on the back of your head.
The perfect finishing touch to any cocktail outfit or any occasion.
Our ‘ BABY IT’S COLD OUTSIDE ‘ Turban is the perfect winter hat to wear everyday.
Hand blocked on an original 1960s wooden hat block into the most perfect turban hat
that sits snug onto your head for that cold winter days..add your favourite winter coat and your ready to go…
Available now in Forest but can be made to order in other colours.
Our ‘ TIME AFTER TIME ‘ Tilt Hat in the most beautiful soft caramel colour perfect for winter.
Hand blocked on a vintage wooden block into the perfect 40s style tilt hat that is worn on the side of the head,
Finished with a vintage tortoise shell buckle on the back and a handmade felt hat pin in caramel and brown.
This hat is one size and has a comb on the inside to attach to the head, and also the hat pin to secure.
Our ‘ SEASONS ‘ felt beret is a classic style that can be worn everyday to dress up any outfit.
Hand blocked on a vintage wooden block from the most luxurious fur felt in a smoke grey into the perfect beret that sits effortlessly on the side of the head.
Our DOVE Cloche is a Beautiful 1920s vintage style cloche made from the highest quality fur felt in a dove grey colour way and is hand blocked on an antique wooden hat block
using traditional millinery techniques and meticulously sculptured into the perfect everyday cloche hat.
Designed to fit snug and close fitting onto the head and coming down longer on the side.
Delicately finished with an original 1920s celluloid buckle in yellow & white with rhinestones with a matching dove grey grosgrain ribbon around the crown featuring matching hand stitched yellow thread
We hope you all enjoy our new hat collection all available in our online shop & Sydney Hat Shop/Showroom
All our hats are handmade in our Sydney hat studio and are 100% Australian made using the highest quality locally sourced materials.
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Much Love…
Your Milliner
Ilana x
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"The Rosebud" is a delicate lace boudoir cap adorned with vintage rosebud florals and a soft blush pink ribbon.
Effortless to wear, you simply pop it on for an instant touch of vintage charm. Pair it with a silk robe for dreamy mornings, a flowing dress for a romantic day out, or even with jeans and a blouse for a soft, vintage twist.
One size only—one available—crafted just for you.
Comes shipped in our free gift box
Free Shipping Australia Wide
A whisper-soft boudoir cap inspired by the romance of the Edwardian era.
Lace Serenity is handcrafted using delicate antique 1920s lace in warm ivory tones, finished with gentle vintage ruffle ribbon edging and a softly draped silhouette that frames the face beautifully.
Historically worn in the privacy of the boudoir, these intimate lace caps were designed to keep hair protected while still feeling utterly feminine. Today, this piece has been lovingly re-imagined as a wearable heirloom—perfect for modern romantics who adore slow fashion and timeless beauty.
Equally enchanting styled for daytime with a flowing dress, worn for bridal moments, or treasured as a special keepsake.
This is a one-of-a-kind piece — only one available.
• Handmade by The House of Hats
• Edwardian-inspired boudoir cap design
• Soft lace construction with ruffled edging
• Lightweight, breathable and comfortable
• One size fits most (flexible fit)
• Colour: warm ivory / soft blush undertone
• Ready to ship/ One of a kind Only One Available
Free Shipping Australia / Come shipped in our Signature Box
Styling Ideas
✨ Bridal morning or honeymoon wear
✨ Romantic daytime styling with vintage dresses
✨ Photoshoots, heirloom portraits, and slow living moments
✨ A thoughtful gift for lovers of antique style
Care
Handle gently.. keep Stored in our signature keepsake box . Avoid moisture and direct sunlight to preserve the lace.