# Giant Feathery Dome Hats Avant Garde Headwear and Statement Haberdashery By Cowbag | Published 2009-01-01 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/statement-haberdashery-avant-garde-headwear References: [hellofrancis.blogspot](http://hellofrancis.blogspot.com/2008/12/hats-off.html) & [thefashionbirdcage](http://www.thefashionbirdcage.com/fashionbirdcage-home/2008/12/13/fashion156com-the-hats-headpieces-issue.html) It was really hard to choose which hats to feature in this piece as I came across so many that are simply amazing. I am most excited that hats are in style for 2009, and even more so because I can actually wear one of these bad boys and get away with it. The best of the bunch for me has to be the ultimate [showgirl feather hat](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/majestic-feathers), featured in the main image. It is made by Rebekah Raa, and in my eyes, is just about perfect. I do have to say though that while it is visually striking, the ‘bucket hat’ from Boneyard Baby would make me feel a bit like the Tin Man from the Wizard of Oz. All in all, these [statement hats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kiko-kostadinov-and-new-era) are simply brilliant and show that innovation is the way forward - for example, the necklaces being used as a hair piece exudes creativity! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 61% | Activity: 65% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Avant-garde Headwear:** Develop high-tech fabrics to integrate into these statement hats to improve function and comfort. - **Statement Haberdashery:** Experiment with eco-friendlier materials to appeal to environmentally conscious consumers and grow the market. - **Hair Accessories as Statement Pieces:** Incorporate tech features in hair accessories to make them more functional and innovative. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** Develop more cutting-edge textiles and fabrics to create innovative fashion pieces. - **Textile Manufacturing:** Introduce sustainable materials to the manufacturing process to cater to eco-conscious consumers and attract a broader market. - **Beauty Accessories:** Leverage technology to make innovative beauty accessories that improve hair health and styling. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Avant-Garde Radish Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/radish-hat.md) - [Bread-Themed Fascinators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bread-hat.md) - [Striking Artisan Cheese Hats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rinds-roses-collection.md) - [Unique Elevated Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highdive.md) - [Wild Animal-Decorated Gowns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/schiaparelli-lion-head.md) - [Whisky-Holding Derby Hats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-lids.md) - [Sustainable Bucket Hats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lisous-bucket-hat-collection.md) - [Eco-Conscious Rain-Harvesting Headwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daughters-of-rain.md) - [Chic Statement Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/specsavers-eyewear.md)