Meet Cobalt Duchess, a striking royal blue, heart-shaped hat featuring sweeping feathers, handcrafted ribbon embellishments, delicate pearl and crystal sprays, and genuine Swarovski crystal detailing. Every decorative element has been carefully positioned and hand-finished to create an elegant design with movement, texture and sparkle.
Designed to make an impression at race days, weddings and special occasions, Cobalt Duchess combines a beautifully sculpted silhouette with intricate hand-beading. The feather quills have been individually bound and embellished, while even the visible underside has been carefully finished, following the traditional tapestry principle that the back should be as beautifully presented as the front.
There's a special story behind this hat.
Cobalt Duchess was created with a little help from our Facebook followers, who voted for the royal blue colour and selected the original hat base. From there, we've shared the creative journey step by step on our Facebook page, from experimenting with feather placement to hand-finishing the smallest details.
You've watched this design develop, change direction and finally come together. Now she's finished and ready to find her new owner!
Cobalt Duchess is a one-of-a-kind original. This exact design will not be reproduced, making her a truly individual addition to your collection.
Handmade in Melbourne by Bateman Original Designs.
