“As the season shifts and the first signs of spring bloom, we appreciate the end of the long winter and embrace the life around us.
I wanted to create a light, airy headpiece that was sculptural and strong. This hat is constructed entirely using basket cane, which is made from rapidly renewable willow plants that are biodegradable. The cane is blocked, woven onto the Spartrie shape, and trimmed with hand-shaped recycled sequin flowers- a hat with delicate yet striking flowers with nature’s charm.
Handcrafted from cane, this hat offers a balance of structure and elegance. Neutral tones and sunny afternoons.
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Japanese-born and a Royal College of Art graduate, Misa Harada launched her career in 1998 after creating for the British Royal Family. Misa's esteemed brand is renowned for its unique blend of functionality and ornate elegance.
Her main goal is to encourage more people to wear hats on any occasion. The sustainability of her pieces is considered throughout Misa’s work, which includes many innovative recycled materials.
Misa also provides repair and restoration of her pieces via the ‘Hat for Life’ certificate scheme (a certificate is included for every online and flagship store purchase) to ensure the piece's longevity as it accompanies you on your life’s journey.
Misa Harada supports local production and suppliers in the U.K., so each hat is made by a small team in her atelier in Cardiff. Her collections are sold in over 100 retail outlets across fifteen countries.