What a gorgeous beret! This 1940s' beret style hat is made of beautiful salmon colored straw. This hat is made of one peace, sculptured so it has a cap towards the back, and is flat on top, extending forward to create mystery. There are stunning fabric flowers at the top back, plus a matching dotted veil. The wartime 40’s saw a huge variety of hats that were suitable for any face shape, hairstyle or personal preference. Throughout the war & on both sides of the Atlantic, elaborate creations brightened dreary utility fashions, brought about by rationing. The only items not rationed were hat materials. Explosions of feathers, veiling & artificial flowers were popular. Label: Consumers protection label, Size 23 This is an authentic piece of fashion history! This hat is in wonderful vintage condition & has been lovingly preserved among over 1300 vintage hats we have collected for 40+ years. Feathers, straw, flowers & veils are fragile, given their age. Mannequin not for sale.