This item is sold from an excellent, highly rated vintage boutique in Roanoke, Virginia.
1960's Frank Olive black and white straw breton. Rounded crown with the upturned brim that is black on top, white underneath. In the back there's a large black silk floral. Underneath is a black grosgrain covered placement band. The inside is finished with an olive green ribbon which I believe is Frank Olive's signature trim.
Excellent condition, showing no wear or age.
Inner circumference is 21 inches. Curled brim is 4 inches. Measuring on the outside, side to side is 17 inches.
The following information is provided courtesy of the Vintage Fashion Guild Label Resource. Frank Olive was one of the foremost milliners from the 1950s through the 1990s. He started designing for Chandra and soon opened his own store in Greenwich Village. Today Frank Olive hats are designed by Gabriel Amar.
This item is sold from an excellent, highly rated vintage boutique in Roanoke, Virginia.