Dome-shaped hat

Auckland milliner, Kay Marie Cruikshank, made hats under the label Kay Marie Millinery. Her salon was located downstairs in Vulcan Lane, Auckland. Kay Marie was known for her one-off model hats which she made for weddings, funerals, christenings and garden parties. This velvet turban is modelled by Tina Grenville.

Details

Photographer: Photocraft
Model Tina Grenville
Credit: Image courtesy of Tina Grenville
Copyright: Image © Photocraft
Designer: Kay Marie Cruikshank
Manufacturing location: Vulcan Lane, Auckland
Garment type: Hat
Material: Organza
Features: The crown and brim are covered with organza pleating, complemented by a single rose.
Colour: Marigold
Purchase location: Kay Marie Millinery, Vulcan Lane, Auckland
Label: Kay Marie
Date: 1960s