Bubble crown pillbox hat from the early 1960's. Body is a mix of shiny and flat black cello wide weave straw. Left front side holds a black patent bow. Interior is finished with a black petersham ribbon.

Excellent condition with only some wear to interior ribbon and some discoloration to the label.

Inner circumference is 21 inches. Measuring on the outside, side to side is 15 1/2 inches.

Label is G. Howard Hodge who was an important American milliner of the mid 20th century. In 1928 he was established in New York with G. Howard Hodge Hats, Inc. and was chairman of the Millinery Quality Guild by 1937. His label in the 1950s shows 711 Fifth Ave. as the business location. National newspaper and fashion press coverage of his new styles started in 1928 and was extensive until 1963. He died May 13, 1966. His designs were inventive and well made for the higher end of the market. Hodge did also manufacture licensed adaptations of Paris lines. This information is provided courtesy of Past Perfect Vintage.

Alley Cats Vintage is a Member of the Vintage Fashion Guild.

This item is sold from an excellent, highly rated vintage boutique in Roanoke, Virginia.