Dressed to celebrate a significant milestone, the proud parents radiate elegance and joy on their son's wedding day. A Wedding Hat to Complete a Beautiful Look – A Special Moment for a Mother of the Groom When it comes to a wedding day, it's not only the bride and groom who deserve to feel their absolute best. For the mother of the bride or groom, this is also a once-in-a-lifetime moment. You’ve raised your child, supported them through life’s milestones, and now you’ll stand proudly by their side as they say “I do.” Choosing the perfect outfit isn’t just about looking beautiful - it’s about feeling confident, cherished, and part of something truly meaningful. A closer look at the sweeping brim and delicate hand-finished details, designed to echo the movement of the outfit and create a statement piece that blends tradition with personal flair. I recently had the joy of creating a bespoke hat for a lovely customer whose son was getting married. She wanted to feel special, elegant, and completely herself on the big day - and I knew instantly this was going to be a very special project. The Beautiful Outfit My client chose a beautiful Rixo London dress, and I must say, it was a stunning choice. The dress fabric was a rich, wine red hue, which was woven through with a soft gold lurex animal-print abstract pattern that glistened and really caught the eye. The colour combination alone spoke volumes - symbolising warmth, style and timeless elegance - while the delicate details added a gentle, fashion-forward feel to her overall look. The lightweight, flowing fabric created a beautiful sense of movement, giving her an effortless grace as she walked. It was feminine, flattering, and ideal for a summer wedding celebration. To finish the outfit, my lovely customer wore a pair of gorgeous Christian Dior sandals, which brought just the right touch of glamour. The refined golden accents shimmered gently in the light, catching the eye without overpowering the look. Comfortable yet stylish, they struck the perfect balance - a design that offered both sophistication and ease for a day filled with love, laughter, and (of course) dancing! The Hat Design Process When I saw the dress and shoes together, I was instantly inspired. My goal was to design a hat that would effortlessly tie the whole outfit together - a piece that felt refined, luxurious, and utterly unique. A reversed colour palette of the dress was chosen to create a beautifully balanced look, offering contrast and harmony rather than a single, overwhelming tone. My customer wanted a statement wide-brimmed hat to balance with the A-line hem of her dress, so I created a bespoke piece for her  in a warm golden tone, chosen to complement the pattern accents in the fabric of the dress. We opted for a colour-reversal of the dress itself, so that the look was complementary rather than a drench of all the same tone. I added further subtle golden accents  to echo the sparkle of her Dior sandals, ensuring the whole ensemble felt beautifully cohesive. Subtle golden accents introduced to reflect the shimmer of her Dior sandals, bringing a sense of elegant cohesion to the entire look. Every detail mattered - from the undulating sweep of the brim, which echoed the movement of the fabric, to the hand-finished embellishments that added just the right hint of glamour. This wasn’t just about making a hat - it was about crafting a statement piece that honoured traditional wedding style while allowing my customer's individuality to shine through. A closer look at the sweeping brim and delicate hand-finished details—designed to echo the movement of the outfit and create a statement piece that blends tradition with personal flair. The Emotional Reveal When my customer came to collect her hat, her reaction touched me deeply. She looked radiant and more importantly, she felt  radiant . Later, she sent me a heartfelt message that I’ll never forget: “Thanks for helping me complete my outfit with a wonderful hat which made my son’s day—he completely broke down when he saw me in the hat. So sweet.” That straightforward, sincere feeling reminded me precisely why I pursue my work. It's about much more than just hats, it's about crafting moments that people remember for a lifetime. Reflection on the Experience Being part of such a meaningful occasion, even in a small way, is always an honour. I love knowing that something I’ve made by hand can bring so much joy, confidence, and emotional connection. These are the memories that last a lifetime. Every Mother Deserves to Feel Marvellous Every mother of the bride or groom deserves to feel extraordinary on such a special day. Your outfit should reflect not only your style but also the love and pride you feel inside. If you’re looking for a bespoke mother of the groom hat , handmade in Hampshire and designed to match your dress perfectly, I’d be delighted to help. Because life moments like this deserve to be remembered - and so do you. “Begin your own exciting creative journey to a bespoke hat – together, we’ll craft something truly special!” marvellousmillinery.co.uk Tel: 01962 435055

A beautifully crafted hat is more than just an accessory - it’s a statement of style, elegance, and confidence that can elevate any outfit to new heights. At Marvellous Millinery , every hat I create is meticulously handcrafted with precision and care , ensuring it meets the highest standards of quality and craftsmanship . My commitment to excellence is evident in every stitch, every curve, and every embellishment, resulting in a piece that is not only visually stunning but also a reflection of the artistry involved in its creation. Inside the Rose Garden Studio workshop Simon gently uses steam to mold sinamay fabric into graceful bows. Traditional Techniques and Modern Styling With years of experience in the art of millinery and a true passion for this timeless craft, I take great pride in my work. Each hat is made using traditional techniques , which have been passed down through generations, combined with modern styling that caters to contemporary tastes. This unique blend results in a piece that is both timeless and fashion-forward, allowing you to express your individuality. Every detail is carefully considered to create a hat that is as unique as you are , tailored to your personal style and preferences. Inside the studio Simon is hand sewing a bow onto a wedding hat base Crafting Timeless Elegance with the Finest Materials I use only the finest materials , ensuring a luxurious finish that not only looks stunning but also feels comfortable to wear throughout any occasion. Whether it’s silk-covered bases, dyed feathers, crystals or delicately applied trims such as remnants from your dress fabric , each element is meticulously chosen to enhance the beauty of the design and to ensure that it stands out in any crowd. The textures and colours are selected not just for their aesthetic appeal, but also for their durability and ability to withstand the test of time, ensuring that your hat remains a cherished piece in your wardrobe. Simon is hand stitching a bias-bind made from James Hare silk Wedding Hats for Mother of the Bride A truly well-made hat doesn’t just look good—it turns heads and sparks conversations. Whether you’re a Mother of the Bride or Mother of the Groom, a wedding guest, attending Royal Ascot, or a formal event , my hats are designed to make an impact and to be the highlight of your ensemble. The craftsmanship ensures elegance, durability, and a perfect fit , allowing you to wear your hat with confidence, knowing it will complement your look and express your personality. Each creation is a statement piece, meant to be worn with pride and to capture the attention of those around you. If you appreciate fine craftsmanship and want a wedding hat that is made just for you , then a bespoke design from Marvellous Millinery is the perfect choice to fulfill your fashion aspirations. Book a consultation today , and let’s embark on a creative journey together to design something truly special that reflects your unique style and taste. Together, we can explore various designs, materials, and embellishments to ensure that your hat not only meets your expectations but exceeds them, becoming a treasured addition to your collection.

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.

Bespoke and Ready to Wear Wedding Hats and Fascinators, handcrafted in Winchester, UK by Marvellous Millinery. Perfect for the Mother of the Bride, Mother of the Groom, and race day elegance. Explore our luxury collections today. Luxury Wedding Hats & Fascinators Bespoke and Ready to Wear Lovingly Handmade in Winchester Hundreds Of Bespoke Colour Options Handmade In Winchester, Hampshire Read More About Me Bespoke Wedding Hats Please browse the full gallery of bespoke samples currently in my studio. You may wish to choose a design as it is, and I will make it up for you in all the colours of your outfit . Or if you prefer, I am also able to combine your favourite elements of the different designs together, to create a one-off piece - just for you. Show Me Bespoke Hats photograph of a large picture hat in blue sinamay with green feathers and blue silk rose which is pa A few samples from the Bespoke Wedding Hat Portfolio for Mother of the Bride or Mother of the Groom by Marvellous Millinery - Winchester a cream coloured saucer hat with pink silk flowers and green leaves as part of the Bespoke Wedding H A few samples from the Bespoke Wedding Hat Portfolio for Mother of the Bride or Mother of the Groom by Marvellous Millinery - Winchester photo of cream sinamay hat adorned with silk flowers and sinamay bows and feathers part of the Bespo A few samples from the Bespoke Wedding Hat Portfolio for Mother of the Bride or Mother of the Groom by Marvellous Millinery - Winchester photograph of a large picture hat in blue sinamay with green feathers and blue silk rose which is pa A few samples from the Bespoke Wedding Hat Portfolio for Mother of the Bride or Mother of the Groom by Marvellous Millinery - Winchester 1/9 Ready to Wear This capsule collection of Ready To Wear hats offers the perfect opportunity of buying one of my unique designer hats if you do not have the time to have a bespoke piece made for you. They are an ideal solution for for Mother of the Bride or Mother of the Groom, significant weddings guests or perhaps to attend Ladies Day at Royal Ascot or maybe an Investiture or garden party There are a wide variety of colours available in this extensive range of pretty little hats - each one-off design is available for immediate dispatch. Online Shop Matching Silk Stoles and Clamshell Handbags Opera-Length Silk Stoles and Clamshell Handbags, created to match your Bespoke Wedding Hat. Matching Silk Stoles and Clamshell Handbags Opera-Length Silk Stoles and Clamshell Handbags, created to match your Bespoke Wedding Hat. Matching Silk Stoles and Clamshell Handbags Opera-Length Silk Stoles and Clamshell Handbags, created to match your Bespoke Wedding Hat. Matching Silk Stoles and Clamshell Handbags Opera-Length Silk Stoles and Clamshell Handbags, created to match your Bespoke Wedding Hat. 1/8 Matching Accessories Please browse my matching accessories to go with your new bespoke hat! Opera-Length Silk Stoles , different sizes of Clamshell Clutchbags and Freshwater Pearls set with co-ordinating crystals. I can create all of the finishing touches to make your outfit come together perfectly. Show Me Accessories Crafting the Perfect Mother of the Groom Hat – with Rixo Dress & Dior Sandals Designing a bespoke wedding hat for a proud Mother of the Groom, complementing her Rixo London dress and Dior sandals Happy Customers 4 min read 5 0 comments 0 5 likes. Post not marked as liked 5 Craftsmanship You Can Rely On: Wedding Hats by Marvellous Millinery A beautifully crafted hat is more than just an accessory - it’s a statement of style, elegance, and confidence that can elevate any outfit British Milliner Craftsmanship 2 min read 26 0 comments 0 13 likes. Post not marked as liked 13 Bespoke Wedding Hat Designs, Handmade Just for You Discover bespoke hats handmade in Winchester, tailored to your style. Perfect for Mother of the Bride, Royal Ascot and special occasions. British Milliner Craftsmanship 2 min read 19 0 comments 0 11 likes. Post not marked as liked 11 Welcome to Marvellous Millinery Simon is a skilled millinery designer who creates beautiful handmade occasion wear hats and fascinators, specialising in Mother of the Bride, Mother of the Groom and Ladies' Day at Royal Ascot. He offers hundreds of bespoke design options in thousands of different colour combinations. Each hat he designs is thoughtfully crafted to complement your outfit and achieve the perfect balance of style, comfort and personality. Simon’s unique wedding hats have earned him many treasured five-star reviews and countless personal recommendations from delighted clients. For those needing something distinctive at short notice, Simon’s exclusive Ready-to-Wear collection offers unique handcrafted hats that are available for immediate dispatch from his Online Hat Shop. Lovingly created to the same exceptional standards as his bespoke designs, these unique pieces ensure elegance, exclusivity and sophistication for your special occasion. PLEASE REMEMBER each Ready to Wear hat Simon makes is an un-repeatable one-of-a-kind, so once it's gone - IT'S GONE! If it's destined for your head, please grab it now whilst you still can! Want to read more about Simon and Marvellous Millinery, then visit the dedicated About Me page Happy Customers Inspirational Photo Album Bespoke Colours 1000s of Possible Combinations About Me Passion, Design, Expertise FAQs Here are Some of the Answers! Share the Love! Read & Write Customer Reviews How To Buy Guidance on Where to Start

View my highly rated Google, Yell, Facebook and Truspilot reviews. Reviews Leave a Review It’s always such a joy to receive photographs from Happy Customers after their special event, each enjoying their own Marvellous Millinery Moments! Many ladies also share kind words or leave 5-star reviews , which I really appreciate. Please click on any photograph in this gallery to view it individually. (If you’d ever like your photo removed from these albums, just send me a quick text or email.) Share the Love New customers REALLY appreciate reading reviews - it's reassuring and makes people feel confident about placing an order with me. If you would kindly like to share your Marvellous Millinery shopping experience, please click one (or more!) of the links below. Many thanks in advance, 💗 Simon x Google Trustpilot Yell Hitched Craftsmanship You Can Rely On: Wedding Hats by Marvellous Millinery A beautifully crafted hat is more than just an accessory - it’s a statement of style, elegance, and confidence that can elevate any outfit British Milliner Craftsmanship 2 min read 24 0 comments 0 13 likes. Post not marked as liked 13 Bespoke Wedding Hat Designs, Handmade Just for You Discover bespoke hats handmade in Winchester, tailored to your style. Perfect for Mother of the Bride, Royal Ascot and special occasions. British Milliner Craftsmanship 2 min read 19 0 comments 0 11 likes. Post not marked as liked 11 Perfect Mother of the Bride Hat for a Wedding at Salisbury Cathedral Designing a bespoke wedding hat for a mother of the bride attending a wedding at Salisbury Cathedral was a truly rewarding experience. Happy Customers 3 min read 30 0 comments 0 10 likes. Post not marked as liked 10 Previous Commissions Look Book Here are a selection of hats that I have made to order for previous customers. Each one is unique, but if you see elements of a design here that you fall in love with, please speak to me about designing something similar to wear with your own special occasion outfit. Learn More From-the-Marvellous-Millinery-Commissions-Look-Book Bespoke ladies wedding hat as featured in the Marvellous Millinery (Winchester) Commissions Look Book From-the-Marvellous-Millinery-Commissions-Look-Book Bespoke ladies wedding hat as featured in the Marvellous Millinery (Winchester) Commissions Look Book From-the-Marvellous-Millinery-Commissions-Look-Book Bespoke ladies wedding hat as featured in the Marvellous Millinery (Winchester) Commissions Look Book From-the-Marvellous-Millinery-Commissions-Look-Book Bespoke ladies wedding hat as featured in the Marvellous Millinery (Winchester) Commissions Look Book 1/5

A fabulous gallery of Happy Customers, each enjoying their own special Marvellous Millinery Moments on their big day! View my highly rated Google, Yell, Facebook and Truspilot reviews. Reviews and Happy Customers It’s always such a joy to receive photographs from Happy Customers after their special event, each enjoying their own Marvellous Millinery Moments! Many ladies also share kind words or leave 5-star reviews , which I really appreciate. Please click on any photograph in this gallery to view it individually. (If you’d ever like your photo removed from these albums, just send me a quick text or email.) View More Craftsmanship You Can Rely On: Wedding Hats by Marvellous Millinery A beautifully crafted hat is more than just an accessory - it’s a statement of style, elegance, and confidence that can elevate any outfit British Milliner Craftsmanship 2 min read 24 0 comments 0 13 likes. Post not marked as liked 13 Bespoke Wedding Hat Designs, Handmade Just for You Discover bespoke hats handmade in Winchester, tailored to your style. Perfect for Mother of the Bride, Royal Ascot and special occasions. British Milliner Craftsmanship 2 min read 19 0 comments 0 11 likes. Post not marked as liked 11 Perfect Mother of the Bride Hat for a Wedding at Salisbury Cathedral Designing a bespoke wedding hat for a mother of the bride attending a wedding at Salisbury Cathedral was a truly rewarding experience. Happy Customers 3 min read 30 0 comments 0 10 likes. Post not marked as liked 10 Previous Commissions Look Book Here are a selection of hats that I have made to order for previous customers. Each one is unique, but if you see elements of a design here that you fall in love with, please speak to me about designing something similar to wear with your own special occasion outfit. Learn More From-the-Marvellous-Millinery-Commissions-Look-Book Bespoke ladies wedding hat as featured in the Marvellous Millinery (Winchester) Commissions Look Book From-the-Marvellous-Millinery-Commissions-Look-Book Bespoke ladies wedding hat as featured in the Marvellous Millinery (Winchester) Commissions Look Book From-the-Marvellous-Millinery-Commissions-Look-Book Bespoke ladies wedding hat as featured in the Marvellous Millinery (Winchester) Commissions Look Book From-the-Marvellous-Millinery-Commissions-Look-Book Bespoke ladies wedding hat as featured in the Marvellous Millinery (Winchester) Commissions Look Book 1/5 Leave a Review Share the Love New customers REALLY appreciate reading reviews - it's reassuring and makes people feel confident about placing an order with me. If you would kindly like to share your Marvellous Millinery shopping experience, please click one (or more!) of the links below. Many thanks in advance, 💗 Simon x Facebook Google Trustpilot Yell