Up-and-coming new milliner and very good friend of mine Bee Smith has just launched her first collection of hats. Bee has long been known on the craft scene with her unique range of quirky, hand-made accessories and handbags, with a following on folksy and at her market stall at Spitalfields.
Bee has always been inspired by a sustainable approach to design and looks to alternative sources such as recycling garments and overlooked materials with which to create her accessories. Bee has looked to vintage wedding accessories when designing this collection which offers a chic alternative to the feathery fascinators found on the high street!
Her hair pieces are delicate and natural and offer a pretty addition to the veil for a bride or a delicious detail to the bridesmaids' outfits. Bee uses recycled parachute silk and vintage veiling where possible in her entirely hand made creations, ensuring a unique finish every time.
I love her iconic 40's style hats which remind me of my grandmother's wedding outfit. The peach one above and the pink with the veiling below are my favourites.
At the moment Bee's range of hats, which would also be perfect for a day at the races, are available online from her folksy outlet: www.folksy.com/shops/beesmithbridal, from her stall at Spitalfields market on Fridays from 10am - 4.30pm, and I suspect a few more stockists will be popping up shortly! You can see more of Bee's past collections on her website here.
Bee is also happy to undertake commissions so you can request something special for your big day. You can contact her through her website here.
