Terrific on Tuesdays: Where NYC Fashionistas Go for Hats

Those who know me, know that I love a good accessory. I adore shoes, love a great purse, and truly relish a great piece of jewelry. In the blazing sun that’s currently upon our fair city though, my go-to accessory is a big sun hat.

That’s why this week’s pick is Artikal Millinery. For those of you who love accessories of the headgear persuasion, Artikal is a wonderful millinery studio based in Brooklyn that makes wonderful men’s and women’s hats. Sure, there are lots of sidewalk stands selling inexpensive hat options, but for the truly one-of-a-kind, worth-investing-in piece, you’ll want a well-made hat of high quality stock. This past winter, I bought a lovely hand-blocked felt hat for my mother that featured stylish pleating and a cloche silhouette. This summer, I’ve stopped at their Brooklyn Flea stand more than once as I peruse options among their straw hats. I’m sure I’ll pick one out soon.

If you’re in the NYC area, you can find Artikal at the Brooklyn Flea, as well as various major handmade fairs throughout the year. You can also find them online.

Happy hat hunting!