Established in the early 2000s, Alfonso D'Este is a brand that embraces the classical roots of generations in millinery and expands beyond modern expectations to create hats that are just as much art as they are headwear. Between their dedicated attention to detail and holding themselves to the highest standard in providing top quality materials, they tread the line between tradition and innovation to bring their hats to the next level while celebrating the sleek, everyday style of the modern soul.
This year, we have been extremely honored and exceptionally excited to be able to offer a limited collection of these standout hats, and we hope you love them just as much as we do! Here's what you can look forward to from this collection!
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Brims Brilliant & Bold
The season of the sun is easily reflected in the array of brilliant brims Alfonso D'Este offers, and we have a cut for every taste when it comes to however you'd best want to enjoy your seasonal summer hat.
With its sloped, framing safari brim, the Belfry Sanremo provides coverage and sun protection while giving a playful juxtaposition between the solid Panama straw body, dyed a brilliant sky blue to the warmer tones and patterns of the crown overlay and cinnamon colored band. It gives a full pallete of color to play with as you mix and match where and how it's worn.
Embracing the bright cheer of a summer day, the Belfry Alfonso is a pork pie with pop! We love the contrast between the array of orange tones and cooling grays of not only the band, but slivers of silver even in the intricate weave of the Panama straw. The spiraling weave itself is a feast for the eyes with the way it unfurls from the starting knot at the top of the crown, and it is definitely a hat made to make a statement.
Probably the easiest to make a multi-seasonal hat, the Belfry Michael is a cut-and-sewn stingy brim fedora crafted out of hemp, linen and cotton to create a light and crushable hat that could easily carry its wearer spring through early autumn. There's a fantastic play between the cola and sherbet patterned crown and solid brim, with a peek-a-boo of the pattern in the underbrim, bringing visual interest to the otherwise most neutral hat of the three available. A flexible travel companion, it would be an excellent addition for anyone wanting to expand their horizons this summer!
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Artful Caps in Classic Cuts
As exciting as brimmed hats can be, we are just as readily fans of classy and creative caps!For a flat cap, the Belfry John showcases traditional roots in its sleek profile, but plays up a more sporty, pub style with its linear panels that contrast despite their more neutral tones. This allows it to be an extremely flexible style of cap, meant for everyday wear just as much as it could pair with more formal suit wear for business or an event, and as the material is a blend of hemp and linen, it will be exceptionally moisture wicking and cool to wear through the day.
If you're unafraid of dazzling patterns and have a love for wearable art, the Belfry Like takes the durable cotton six panel pub and elevates it to a creative display of patchwork patterns that mimic the rich array of classic woodblock prints hailing from traditions in Japan. All of this, of course, without being too much hat, but just enough to push the boundaries, becoming a true delight!
Fans of artistic nuance and touch will also truly enjoy the Belfry Kyoto. The brushed dye washes create an homage to watercolors that shift and blend together in varying hues from blue to warm browns and tans. While grounded in a vintage linen eight panel newsboy cut, no two are exactly alike because of the washed dye technique, which makes it all the more fun!
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And there you have it! The only downside is that these are extremely limited in quantity, so if you see your size, make sure to grab it before it's too late!
Curious, or perhaps have questions on fit? Definitely feel free to reach out to our customer service at 888-999-HATS (4287) or by email at hats@hatsinthebelfry.com. If you'd prefer to come try them on personally to see what all the hype is about, come see us at 103 Main Street, Downtown Annapolis! We can't wait to share them with you!
