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Is a cloche a hat?

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Is a cloche a hat?
Yes, a cloche is a type of hat, typically worn by women, which is recognizable by its bell-like shape. It was invented in 1908 and rose to popularity in the 1920s. Browse 1stDibs to find an array of authentic vintage cloche hats.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Vintage 1920 s Silver Lamé Cloche hat 1920 s flapper hat rhinestone and feather
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This rare and incredibly intricate 1920's silver lamé cloche hat, constructed on a moulded internal felt base, on which the lamé panels are sewn to, is a beauty to behold. Decorated ...
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1920s Cloche Hats

1950s Beresford NWT Deadstock Blue Straw + Silk Ribbon Jewled 50s Vintage Hat
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous, and brand new with original tags, 1950s BERESFORD blue straw hat! Features light blue straw, with a royal blue silk grosgrain ribbon. Blue rhinestone detail at side. Looks ...
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1950s American Hats

1960s Oleg Cassini Navy Blue + White Mod Linen + Silk Nautical Vintage 60s Hat
Located in San Diego, CA
Beyond chic 1960s OLEG CASSINI navy blue and white linen and silk blend nautical hat! The white section features a linen and silk blend that retains its' shape nicely. Navy blue faux...
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1960s French Hats

Art Deco Horsehair Cloche Hat
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco cloche hat composed of horizontal bands of light mauve horsehair with an Art Deco printed band of crepe de chine. 1920's USA. Original bakelite hat pin. Brim 1,5 ", Crown 7 ...
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1920s American Cloche Hats

Prada Elaborate Beaded and Applique Cloche Hat, Spring 2005
Located in New York, NY
Prada Spring 2005. Collectors' Elaborate Beaded, Sequinned, Crochet and Applique Cloche Hat, look 55. This hat presents an incongruous mashup of materials and textures which render Miuccia Prada designs completely familiar, strange, ugly and stunningly beautiful, all at the same time. Unlabelled. Excellent condition. Brim 2", Crown 5", Inside Circumference 20.5". Sarah Mower: Just when the whole...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cloche Hats

New Luci Puci Garnet Red Velvet Cloche Hat with Starburst Stitching – M, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
If the color doesn’t sell you, the starburst crown stitching will. Meant to be worn low around the ears, this cloche begs viewers close with its artisanal details but maintains priva...
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1950s American Cloche Hats

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