I have a suggestion.
Behold this fabulous brown suede, black leather and brass tack top hat which a friend of mine purchased as a custom order item from Gypsy Lady Hats on Etsy. I must admit, I almost "squeed" when I saw it. The quality of workmanship astonished me, especially as the price paid was not much more than the prices listed in her shop for already-made hats of similar style.
The Gypsy Lady Hats shop page mentions that custom orders may take between two and three weeks for completion, but I say that judging from this example, the wait would be well worth it. I may have to place an order; even though hats usually do not flatter me whatsoever, I would love to wear one of hers, anyway!
