RACHEL’S PICKS of READY TO WEAR
MOTHER OF THE BRIDE OR GROOM
The following selections are ready to buy today from the RSM website or boutique. Alternatively, if you are looking to commission a bespoke design for your upcoming event please look at our bespoke appointment information.
A graceful navy blue halo hat that curves elegantly around the crown of the head, adorned with delicate white leaves for a soft, feminine finish.
Light and easy to wear, it’s a beautifully refined choice for weddings, Royal Ascot, and any special occasion where a hat is required.
Fabrication: Hand made. Sinamay straw with delicate leaves.
Colour: Navy blue and white. The Milano can be made in different colours.
Fit: One size. Fits to the head with an elastic at the back.
Perfect for: Weddings, Mother of the bride or groom, Royal Ascot, race day, special occasions.
A striking black sinamay angled disc hat, elegantly finished with a scattering of delicate white ruscus leaves.
Modern yet timeless, this sophisticated design is the perfect choice for any hat-wearing occasion, from race days to weddings and special events.
Fabrication: Hand finished. Sinamay, dried ruscus leaves
Colour: Black and white. Can be made in other colours.
Fit: One size. Fits to head on an Alice band.
Ideal to wear for: Royal Ascot, Salon Privé, Goodwood, Buckingham Palace, mother of the bride or groom and guests at summer weddings, Glyndebourne picnics, the Henley Regatta and other social occasions.
A playful twist on a classic, this silk polka dot pillbox hat is finished with a contrasting pink bow for a pop of colour.
Chic, timeless, and full of personality, it’s the perfect accessory to brighten up any special occasion.
Fabrication: Hand made. Silk chiffon on a wool felt foundation. Can be made in other fabrics.
Colour: Black ivory and pink.
Fit: One size. Fits to the back of the head with a comb.
Ideal to wear for: Royal Ascot, Henley Regatta, Glyndebourne picnics, summer weddings, mother of the bride/groom, Buckingham Palace garden parties, Goodwood, Salon Privé.
A chic statement hat featuring beautifully draped, swirling crin that creates striking movement and drama.
Finished with a vintage black silk rose, this elegant design brings together flamboyant style and timeless sophistication.
Fabrication: Hand made. Sinamay and crin
Colour: ivory and black. Can be made in other colours.
Fit: One size. Fits to the head on a wire band.
Ideal to wear for: Royal Ascot, Salon Privé, Goodwood, Buckingham Palace, mother of the bride or groom and guests at summer weddings, Glyndebourne picnics, the Henley Regatta and other social occasions.
A classic Jackie O–inspired pillbox hat that embodies timeless elegance and refined style. Sleek and sophisticated, it pairs beautifully with a structured wedding outfit, adding the perfect finishing touch to a polished occasion look.
Fabrication: Hand made. Vintage silk veiling.
Colour: Ivory. The Bianca can be made in other colors and fabrics.
Fit: One size: fits to the back of the head with a comb
An ideal wedding look. The Bianca can also be made in a variety of colours and fabrics and worn to Royal Ascot, Henley Regatta, Glyndebourne, summer weddings, for the mother of the bride or groom, Buckingham Palace garden parties, Goodwood, and Salon Privé to name but a few occasions!
RSM Bridal
Diamante headband. Elegant and understated, it’s the perfect finishing touch for a bride on her wedding day.
Fabrication: Hand made. Diamante and silk
Colour: Ivory / Silver.
Fit: One size: fits to the head on a wire band.
An ideal wedding look. Also suitable for bridal, ball, cocktail piece or to liven up any outfit
A soft pink style that curves elegantly around the crown of the head, adorned with delicate ivory flowers and veiling for a soft, feminine finish.
Light and comfortable to wear, this refined design is perfect for weddings, Royal Ascot, and any special occasion where a hat is required.
Fabrication: Hand made. Sinamay, silk flowers, veiling
Colour: Cherry blossom pink. Can be made in other colours.
Fit: Made to fit head.
Ideal to wear for: Royal Ascot, Salon Privé, Goodwood, Buckingham Palace, mother of the bride or groom and guests at summer weddings, Glyndebourne picnics, the Henley Regatta and other social occasions.
RSM Bridal
Statement bridal headdress, a perfect finishing touch for a bride on her wedding day.
Fabrication: Hand made. Diamante, white peacock feathers
Colour: White
Fit: One size: fits to the head on a wire band.
Please enquire about bepoke options or similar designs.
An ideal way to travel with your hat, and to carry it when you’re not wearing it.
The Rachel Skinner Millinery hat clip is a quality leather magnetic clip that allows you to attach your hat to your bag. Available in black with gold logo or brown with embossed logo comes packaged in a gift box - a great gift idea for travelling!
Fabrication: Leather.
Colour: Black & Brown
Fit: One size. Magnetic clasp attaches your hat to your bag, without damaging the hat. Not suitable for excessively detailed or heavy hats.
A sophisticated wide-brimmed hat in a striking red gingham buntal straw.
Bold yet elegant, this standout piece offers timeless summer style and graceful sun-shade, making it the perfect choice for Ascot race days, the Henley Regatta, Glyndebourne picnics, and stylish summer weddings.
Fabrication: Hand made. Buntal straw hand woven in the Philippines, finished with a grosgrain ribbon.
Colour: Scarlet red and cream
Fit: One size. One size. Fits to the head with a headband wire and elastic.
Reminiscent of classic 1950s style, this elegant hat features beautiful detail in the straw weave, finished with a simple quill for a refined and understated decoration.
Timeless and sophisticated, it’s a graceful nod to vintage millinery.
Fabrication: Hand made. Buntal straw.
Colour: ivory, pink and black. Can be made in other colours.
Fit: One size. Fits to the head on an Alice band.
Ideal to wear for: Royal Ascot, Salon Privé, Goodwood, Buckingham Palace, mother of the bride or groom and guests at summer weddings, Glyndebourne picnics, race day, the Henley Regatta and other social occasions.
An Audrey Hepburn inspired hat featuring striking black and white ostrich feathers for a truly glamorous finish.
Flattering and effortlessly elegant, this standout design is made to turn heads and ensure you’re noticed at any special occasion!
Fabrication: Hand made. Sinamay and ostrich feathers
Colour: Black and white. Can be made in other colours.
Fit: Made to fit head.
Ideal to wear for: Royal Ascot, Salon Privé, Goodwood, Buckingham Palace, mother of the bride or groom and guests at summer weddings, Glyndebourne picnics, the Henley Regatta and other social occasions.
A delicate curved hat crafted from lightweight sinamay, beautifully adorned with handmade flowers and soft dotty vintage veiling.
Elegant and feminine, this charming piece adds a finishing touch to any special occasion outfit.
Fabrication: Hand made. Sinamay, veiling, flowers.
Colour: navy, fuchsia, silver, white. Can be made in other colours.
Fit: One size. Fits to the head on an Alice band.
Ideal to wear for: Royal Ascot, Salon Privé, Goodwood, Buckingham Palace, mother of the bride or groom and guests at summer weddings, Glyndebourne picnics, the Henley Regatta and other social occasions.
A romantic asymmetrical hat, beautifully finished with soft vintage-style veiling and delicate organza flowers accented with light feathers.
This elegant design adds timeless charm and sophistication to any special occasion look.
Fabrication: Hand made. Sinamay, veiling, organza flowers.
Colour: fuchsia, cream. Can be made in other colours.
Fit: One size. Fits to the head on a wire band.
Ideal to wear for: Royal Ascot, Salon Privé, Goodwood, Buckingham Palace, mother of the bride or groom and guests at summer weddings, Glyndebourne picnics, the Henley Regatta and other social occasions.
A flattering wide brimmed hat crafted from soft green sinamay, beautifully adorned with swirling cream crin and finished with a delicate silk rose.
Elegant and feminine, this graceful design adds a fresh, sophisticated touch to any special occasion look.
Fabrication: Hand made. Sinamay, crin, silk rose.
Colour: Soft green and cream. Can be made in other colours.
Fit: Made to head size
Ideal to wear for: Royal Ascot, Salon Privé, Goodwood, Buckingham Palace, mother of the bride or groom and guests at summer weddings, Glyndebourne picnics, the Henley Regatta and other social occasions.
A delicate wide brimmed hat made from pale lemon sinamay, beautifully finished with soft veiling and elegant white ruscus leaves.
Light, fresh, and effortlessly refined, it’s the perfect piece to elevate an outfit for weddings and any occasion that calls for a stylish hat.
Fabrication: Hand made. Sinamay, veiling, dried ruscus leaves.
Colour: Primrose. Can be made in other colours.
Fit: Made to head size
Ideal to wear for: Royal Ascot, Salon Privé, Goodwood, Buckingham Palace, mother of the bride or groom and guests at summer weddings, Glyndebourne picnics, the Henley Regatta and other social occasions.
Reminiscent of classic 1950s elegance, this stylish down-brimmed hat is crafted in rich navy blue straw and overlaid with delicate cream veiling.
Finished with a few carefully placed feathers, it offers a beautifully timeless look with a touch of vintage glamour.
Fabrication: Hand made. Sinamay, veiling and feathers. Can be made in other fabrics.
Colour: Navy blue, cream and magenta
Fit: One size. Fits to the head on an Alice band.
Ideal to wear for: Royal Ascot, Henley Regatta, Glyndebourne picnics, summer weddings, mother of the bride/groom, Buckingham Palace garden parties, Goodwood, Salon Privé.
A feminine soft pink hat featuring an elegant curved-down brim and delicately adorned with pretty white leaves.
This graceful design is perfect for Royal Ascot, summer weddings, Glyndebourne picnics, and Buckingham Palace garden parties, Salon Privé and Goodwood.
Fabrication: Hand made. Sinamay straw with delicate leaves.
Colour: Soft pink and white. The Sophia can be made in different colours.
Fit: One size. Fits to the head with an elastic at the back.
An elegant headband made from a striking braided fabric, beautifully overlaid on a lightweight sinamay straw base.
Easy to wear and perfect for those who don’t usually wear hats — it’s so light and comfortable, you’ll barely know it’s there.
Fabrication: Hand made. Sinamay, cotton grosgrain
Colour: Black and fuchsia - the Aurora can also be made in other colors and fabrics, please enquire for details.
Fit: One size. This halo pillbox fits to the head with elastic.
Rachel’s tip on styling: The Aurora looks great with hair tied back, down or on short hair!
A bold yet simplistic large statement hat featuring a black textured braided brim paired with a striking bright fuchsia crown.
Designed to stand out with effortless elegance, The Ginevra is the perfect choice for making an impact at Royal Ascot.
Fabrication: Hand made. Sinamay, cotton grosgrain, silk lycra - we are also able to take commissions for this style in other fabrics.
Colour: Black and fuchsia.
Fit: Fits to the head on a wire and elastic.
Where to wear: An ideal choice for mothers of the bride/groom, Royal ascot, race day, and other special occasions.
A sophisticated disc hat in an elegant soft mushroom-pink shade.
Finished with a delicate feathered edge for a refined and graceful look, the Vittoria is effortlessly stylish and beautifully understated, it’s the perfect accessory for weddings, Ascot race days, and other special occasions where timeless elegance makes a statement.
Fabrication: Sinamay straw and coquille fringe. Handmade.
Colour: Mushroom pink, may also be commissioned in custom colors - please enquire for details.
Fit: One size fits to the head with a scull cap and Alice band.
The Sienna is a hand-sewn, hand shaped halo headpiece in bronze and gold silk, with hand manicured and styled sparkling feather detailing.
Rachel Skinner Millinery is hand made and/or hand finished and each piece is a one-of-a-kind. We can re-create designs based on this style in different colours and fabrics, and with different trimmings and embellishments - please enquire for more information.
One of a kind. The Beatrice is a hot pink and red feathered Alice Band with fine beaded detailing.
Rachel Skinner Millinery is hand made and/or hand finished and each piece is a one-of-a-kind. We can re-create designs based on this style in different colours and fabrics, and with different trimmings and embellishments - please enquire for more information.
One of a kind. The Elizabeth is a hand-sewn, hand shaped dusky pink Alice band, featuring hand beading and custom colored feather detailing.
Rachel Skinner Millinery is hand made and/or hand finished and each piece is a one-of-a-kind. We can re-create designs based on this style in different colours and fabrics, and with different trimmings and embellishments - please enquire for more information.
The Lily is an asymmetric slice in rose coloured Sinamay, with striking Lady Amherst pheasant feathers. Fits any size head with an Alice band.
Rachel Skinner Millinery is hand made and/or hand finished and each piece is a one-of-a-kind. We can re-create designs based on this style in different colours and fabrics, and with different trimmings and embellishments - please enquire for more information.
The Alexis is a striking hand-designed black butterfly in Sinamay, with vintage silk veiling, hand cut feathers, and an embroidered pearl beaded base.
Rachel Skinner Millinery is hand made and/or hand finished and each piece is a one-of-a-kind. We can re-create designs based on this style in different colours and fabrics, and with different trimmings and embellishments - please enquire for more information.
The Mae features Silk Taffeta and Organza flowers on a wide velvet Alice band.
Rachel Skinner Millinery is hand made and/or hand finished and each piece is a one-of-a-kind. We can re-create designs based on this style in different colours and fabrics, and with different trimmings and embellishments - please enquire for more information.
The Tyla is a stylish asymmetric black straw hat with cut ostrich feathers and vintage silk bow, fits any size head with an alice band.
Rachel Skinner Millinery is hand made and/or hand finished and each piece is a one-of-a-kind. We can re-create designs based on this style in different colours and fabrics, and with different trimmings and embellishments - please enquire for more information.
The Sia - a Silk Halo featuring vintage berries and leaves.
Made from an exclusive piece of Clarissa Hulse fabric.
Rachel Skinner Millinery is hand made and/or hand finished and each piece is a one-of-a-kind.We can re-create designs based on this style in different colours and fabrics, and with different trimmings and embellishments - please enquire for more information.
An elegant alternative to the classic pillbox, designed to sit discreetly at the back of the head in rich ruby red straw and finished with a beautiful silk bow.
Perfect for those who don’t usually wear hats — it’s so light and comfortable, you’ll barely know it’s there.
Fabrication: Hand made. Parasisal straw, silk Dupion. The Amber can also be made in other colours and fabrics.
Colour: Ruby red.
Fit: One size. Fits to the head with combs and elastic.
Where to wear: Elevate your every day. The Amber is as suited to summer weddings and race day as it is to an every day outfit elevation. One of our classic looks.