Bespoke Wedding Hat Designs, Handmade Just for You

There’s nothing quite like wearing a hat that has been made exclusively for you. At Marvellous Millinery, I specialise in bespoke hats designed to complement your personality, style, and outfit. Whether you’re the Mother of the Bride, Mother of the Groom, attending Royal Ascot, or dressing for a special occasion, I’ll create a hat that makes you feel truly special.

Your bespoke hat can be personalised with a range of trims, embellishments, and finishing touches, ensuring it reflects your individual style. If you’ve selected James Hare silk for your hat, you also have the option of a matching clutch bag crafted from the same luxurious fabric.

Your journey begins with a personal consultation at my Rose Garden Studio in Winchester, where you can try on different styles and explore colour combinations. With over 70 base colours to choose from and the ability to blend shades, you’ll find the perfect match for your outfit. Whether you prefer a sophisticated Picture Hat, a classic Pillbox Hat, or a striking Fascinator, I’ll help you find the perfect shape to flatter your face and complete your look.

With a vast array of colours to choose from, we’ll take our time in my studio to ensure every detail is just right, creating a hat that perfectly complements your outfit.

During our consultation, we’ll also discuss the finer details such as trims, embellishments, and finishing touches so your hat feels uniquely yours. Whether it’s handcrafted silk flowers, delicate feathers, pearls or crystals, these finishing elements bring a bespoke hat to life.

Every piece is handcrafted with expert care and precision, ensuring a flawless, comfortable fit. A bespoke hat is an investment - not just in style, but in confidence and elegance.

If you have a wedding, race day, or formal event coming up, let’s create a hat that is as unique as you are. Book your bespoke consultation today and step into your next occasion with confidence and grace.

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About Marvellous Millinery

I create unique bespoke and ready-to-wear wedding hats in my Rose Garden Studio in Winchester, Hampshire. I specialise in elegant, flattering designs for the Mother of the Bride and the Mother of the Groom. Ladies, ask me to make a beautifully coordinated hat that feels secure, comfortable, and perfectly suited to them, their outfit, and the occasion they are attending - safe in the knowledge that they will be the only person wearing that particular one-of-a-kind hat at the wedding!

If you’d like specialist guidance, I am always delighted to arrange a personal consultation at my studio, here in Winchester.

Helpful links

• Bespoke Hat Portfolio – explore my range of luxury designer wedding hats, available to order in hundreds of stylish colour combinations.

• Ready-to-Wear Hat Shop – discover one-of-a-kind wedding hats available to buy immediately online.

• Book a Consultation – arrange a private appointment at my Rose Garden Studio in Winchester.

• More Wedding Hat Advice – read further guides and articles on my blog.

Further reading & resources

If you found this article helpful, you may also enjoy these guides:

• How do I choose a wedding hat as the Mother of the Bride?

• When should a Mother of the Bride wear or remove her hat?

• How do I match my hat to my dress, shoes and jewellery?

• How to care for and store your wedding hat.

• More FAQs

About the author

Simon Meanwell-Ralph, Millinery Designer

Founder of Marvellous Millinery (established 2011), Winchester, Hampshire, UK.

I graduated with a first-class honours degree in Accessory Design and have spent many years creating hats for family weddings, Ladies Day at Royal Ascot and other special events. I create each piece here in my Winchester studio, using high-quality materials such as sinamay, silk and the finest trims. My aim is always to help my customers feel confident, elegant and beautifully put together for their big day.

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FAQs about Mother of the Bride hats

I’ve answered a few of the most common questions below. If you’d like more details about visiting my Winchester studio, bespoke commissions or ready-to-wear hats, you can find further information on my Frequently Asked Questions page.

What should I bring to my consultation?

Please bring your outfit (or a fabric swatch), shoes and any accessories you plan to wear. Good daylight colour checks are essential, so the actual fabrics are very helpful. Photos of the venue and your hairstyle are useful too. If you wear glasses, bring them. I’ll then discuss colours and styles with you and test proportion and tilt so we can agree on a flattering design that feels secure and comfortable.

How far in advance should I order a bespoke hat?

Most bespoke commissions take around 6–10 weeks, so it is best to book as soon as you have chosen your dress and shoes and know the wedding date. This allows adequate time for design, fitting, and any matching accessories. During peak wedding and Ascot season, early booking is essential as availability becomes limited.

Can you match the colour of my outfit?

In many cases, yes. I work with a wide range of sinamay shades, silks and trims, and can blend layers to create subtle, individual tones that sit beautifully with your dress.