Cloche Hats & Flapper Hats » Victoria Ivory Wool Cloche Hat

Victoria started this whole line, and this ivory colorway is the one with the most going on. Pin-tucked seams around the crown, same as the rest of the family — but here there's also a ribbon bow at the side, tied rather than stitched flat. Two techniques on one hat instead of picking just one.

Why the Bow Sits Where It Does

The ribbon ties toward the back edge of the crown, not dead-center on the side like the bows on the Veronica line. That placement lets the pin-tucked texture stay visible from the front — you get both details instead of one covering the other. It's fabric, not grosgrain, so it moves rather than holding a stiff shape.

An Ivory That Doesn't Fight You

Ivory is tricky. Go too warm and it dates itself fast, like a lot of vintage hats for women that look great in a photo and dated in person. Too cool and it washes out against most skin tones. This one sits closer to soft cream than stark white — which is why it pairs with a camel coat one day and charcoal wool the next, without clashing with either.

The Drawstring Does the Fine-Tuning

An internal drawstring adjusts the fit — same mechanism used across the whole Victoria line. Useful if you land between two sizes, or just want it a touch snugger when the wind picks up. The bow ties independently of this, so adjusting one doesn't disturb the other.

Sizing

Internal drawstring gives roughly 2cm of adjustment either way. Between sizes? Size down.

Specifications

• Material: Wool
• Construction: Pin-tucked seam detailing
• Detail: Side ribbon bow
• Fit adjustment: Internal drawstring
• Color: Ivory
• 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

What is a cloche hat, exactly?

A cloche is a close-fitting, bell-shaped hat that sits low on the forehead — the name comes from the French word for "bell." It defined women's hats through the 1920s and has stayed a wardrobe staple since, prized for its clean silhouette and the way it frames the face.

What size Victoria ivory cloche hat should I get for a 58cm head?

Size M. That's built for a 58cm head circumference. Go up if you're between sizes — the internal drawstring only tightens, it doesn't add room.

Why does this Victoria colorway have both a bow and pin-tucked seams, when others only have one?

It's specific to the ivory version — the ribbon ties toward the back of the crown, away from where the seam texture is most visible at the front, so the two details don't compete for attention. Most colorways in the line pick a single accent; this one layers both.

Is the bow on this hat tied or sewn permanently in place?

Tied. Unlike the stitched bows on the Veronica line, this ribbon can be untied and retied if you want a slightly different angle or a tighter knot over time.

Is this ivory cloche hat warm enough for actual winter, not just fall?

Yes. The wool holds up against real winter cold — not just mild autumn days. It blocks wind well at the crown. On the coldest days, though, you'll still want a scarf for your neck.

Does the ribbon bow require different care than the rest of the hat?

A little. Spot-clean the wool as usual, but keep the ribbon itself dry rather than dabbing it directly — fabric ribbon can lose its crispness if it gets damp repeatedly. If it needs cleaning, untie it first rather than working around a fixed knot.

What coat colors pair well with an ivory cloche hat?

Camel and cream work naturally since they're close in tone, but darker options — navy, charcoal, black — create more visual contrast and let the hat stand out rather than blend in.

What's the difference between this ivory Victoria and the ivory Veronica with the flower bow?

Construction and placement: this Victoria has pin-tucked seams plus a tied ribbon toward the back, while Veronica has a single stitched flower-shaped bow on the side with no seam texture. Same wool — pick based on how much detail you want and whether you'd like to retie the bow yourself.