This month we had the pleasure of interviewing English milliner Rachel Skinner. This is what she had to say.
I discovered hats when I was at college. During my first lesson in millinery I knew by the end of the class that this is what I wanted to pursue for my career.I had never thought about hats before this class even though I'd been studying fashion for 2 years already.
London College of Fashion studying fashion. Millinery was part of the course. I specialized after my first millinery class. Then I did a 2 year apprenticeship with Fredrick foz after college.
Including the apprenticeship I have been a milliner for coming up to 17 years. I also worked for Stephen Jones for 2 years which was inspiring he's so experimental. I've had my business for 13 years.
Can be anywhere in the world, from the street hat I live in to exhibitions, travel, films etc.
Love doing one off hats for advertising companies at Ascot. The more unusual the better!
Feminine, unusual, modern, eye-catching, flattering, couture and original.
We have a bridal range for modern brides. We make one off couture designer pieces for occasions- races, weddings,barmitzfah parties.
Finding interesting vintage fabrics to make cocktail hats. Interesting straws and silks for larger hats. And of course lots of feathers! All hand blocked on hand made blocks.
Walking my dog, spending time with family and friends, checking out new and interesting places, cooking, eating, cinema, travel.
Rachel Skinner Millinery
13 Princess Road, Primrose Hill, London, NW1 8JR
Tel/Fax - 0207 209 0066
Website - http://www.rachelskinner.co.uk
Email - rachel@rachelskinner.co.uk
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