Cloche Hats & Flapper Hats » Elizabeth Navy Blue Wool Cloche

Navy does what black can't quite manage — it reads as deliberate rather than default, especially against warmer skin tones and lighter coats. Elizabeth in navy keeps the same close-fitting flapper-era cloche shape as the rest of the line, with a small stone accent on the crown as the one embellishment.

No Drawstring — Here's Why That's Fine

Unlike Victoria and Beatrice, this hat has no internal drawstring. It's built to a precise size instead, so the fit comes from choosing correctly off the chart rather than adjusting after the fact. Measure your head circumference just above the ears, match it to the table below, and order that exact size — there's no tightening or loosening once it's on.

Wool, Finished for Structure

Same wool as the rest of the collection, finished dense enough to hold the crown's shape without wire or interfacing. Warm enough for actual winter days, not just cool ones.

The Stone Detail

A small cluster of stones sits on one side of the crown — subtle rather than a full rhinestone trim. It catches light without turning the hat into an evening-only piece; works over a cream sweater for daytime just as easily as it does dressed up.

Sizing

No drawstring on this style — measure carefully and order your exact size for the best fit.

Specifications

• Material: Wool
• Detail: Stone accent detail
• Fit: Fixed size, no drawstring adjustment
• Color: Navy Blue
• Sizes Available: 55–62 cm (see size guide above)
• Season: Winter, demi-season
• Care: Dry clean or spot-clean only; do not machine wash
• Origin: Handcrafted in Ukraine

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Questions People Ask

Since there's no drawstring, how do I know which size to order?

Measure your head circumference just above your ears with a soft tape measure, then match it to the closest row on the size chart. Because this style has no adjustment mechanism, an accurate measurement matters more here than on the drawstring styles in the collection.

What if my measurement falls between two sizes?

Without a drawstring to compensate, go with the size closer to snug rather than roomy — wool has a small amount of natural give with wear, but it won't stretch significantly. If you're genuinely between two rows, the smaller size is the safer choice.

Why doesn't this cloche hat have a drawstring like other styles in the collection?

It's a design choice tied to the stone detail and the more structured crown — a drawstring would bunch the fabric near the stones and disrupt the clean line the fixed-size construction is built for. Victoria and Beatrice trade that structure for adjustability instead.

What is the stone detail on the crown made from?

A small cluster of stones set directly into the wool, stitched permanently into the crown. It's a subtle accent rather than a full rhinestone trim — meant to catch light without turning the hat into a strictly evening piece.

How do I clean a navy wool cloche hat without damaging the stone detail?

Spot-clean around the stones with a barely damp cloth, avoiding direct scrubbing over the stones. For anything beyond light dust, a dry cleaner familiar with embellished garments is the safer option for the whole hat.

Does navy blue clash with warmer skin tones the way black sometimes does?

Generally no — that's part of navy's advantage. It sits closer to true blue than black's cool starkness, so it tends to complement warmer undertones rather than washing them out. Still reads as a neutral, just a gentler one.

Is this hat appropriate for daytime wear, or only evenings?

Both. The stone detail is subtle enough to wear with a cream sweater for daytime errands, and the same detail reads dressier with tailored pieces for evening occasions.

What's the difference between this navy Elizabeth and the black Elizabeth with rhinestone trim?

Color and the scale of embellishment: this navy version has a single small stone cluster, while the black colorway carries a fuller rhinestone trim along the crown. Both are fixed-size, no drawstring, same wool.