For Fall/Winter 2009, Thakoon puffed on the New York fashion week scene with enormous fur hats. While we’re unable to confirm the stuff these accessories are made of, the chapeaus look very much like they’re made of real animal; then again, PETA didn’t show up, so maybe they’re faux.
Paired with an otherwise conservative yet chic line of fashion, the fur hats truly stood out among the sea of grays, blacks and the occasional jewel tone.
While hats of any kind seemed to disappear from the fashion radar (baseball hats on incognito celebs don’t count) for the last decade or so, chic headwear seems to be making a comeback, as does the big hair of eras gone by.
What's Driving This Trend
- Fur Accessories
- Creating a new, sustainable line of fur accessories made of synthetic materials to attract eco-conscious consumers.
- Statement Headwear
- Designing oversized and bold headwear pieces for high-end fashion events and consumer markets.
- Retro Headwear
- Marketing vintage-inspired headwear that evokes nostalgia for past fashion trends.
Who This Affects Most
- Fashion
- Experimenting with new materials to create bold, sustainable accessories that create new consumer trends.
- Entertainment
- Creating unique and memorable headpieces for use in music videos, films, or other performances.
- Retail
- Offering high-end statement pieces that target fashion-forward consumers looking for unique pieces to add to their collections.
