HATtitude: The Milliner in Culture and Couture

Hats are art according to ArtsWestchester, which
will be showing fabulous, exciting, unique headwear from February 11- April 12,
2014 during HATtitude: The Milliner in Culture and Couture. The
exhibition will prove what the Duchess of Cambridge and Lady Gaga already know
– that hats are more than mere accessories, they’re the crowning glory of any
fashion statement. Over 160 hats will be featured in this exhibition that has
gathered over 40 contemporary milliners, many of whom are sought after by
fashionistas around the world. Through hats that range from playful expressions
of individuality to symbols of propriety or sculptural masterpieces, the show
highlights the hat’s function in global cultures, as well as its prominent
position in 20th and 21st century couture fashion. An exciting
calendar of engaging lectures by fashion and art historians rounds out
additional, related programming. In addition, hands-on workshops led by
exhibiting milliners will introduce the public of all ages to the art of hat
making. Functional hats, whimsical hats, hats from bygone eras and from
different global cultures will all be on display, providing context for
contemporary designs while examining the hat’s enduring social significance. 


Docent and curator tours are
available for groups of 20 or less. Please contact Lea Banks, Gallery
Assistant, to book your group’s visit.  LBanks@artswestchester.org or
914.428.4220 ext 330

Presented thanks to support
from the New York State Council on the Arts and the New York Council for the
Humanities.

For more information, visit:
      www.artswestchester.org/hattitude

Curated by: Kathleen Reckling, MA, Tom Van
Buren, Ph.D. and Judith Schwartz, Ph.D.

On view: February 11 – April 12, 2014

Gallery Hours: Tuesday – Saturday, 12-5 pm