What to Wear Festive toppers for any occasion

What to Wear

Kay Oplinger, member of The Women’s Guild and the New Orleans Opera Association, stylishly serves as this year's chair for the annual Mad Hatter’s luncheon. Kay sets the tone for all Mad Hatters in a suit by Frascara and a fascinator by Maria Etkind Millinery.

Styled by Melissa Coleman Photographed by Theresa Cassagne

Missing the Mad Hatters luncheon? We love a hat for so many events. With Easter, Mother’s Day and wedding season around the corner, we feel inspired to top all of our spring outfits off with the perfect piece from Maria Etkind. ➺

Maria Etkind Millinery is a custom millinery studio in New Orleans, Louisiana. Maria creates one-of-a-kind custom handmade hats, fascinators, and headpieces for women of all ages. These aren’t your grandmother’s hats! She offers a ready-to-wear line as well as custom orders, crafting hats for the Kentucky Derby, Mardi Gras, brides, garden parties, and ladies’ brunch. By appointment only. mariaetkindmillinery.com Instagram: @mariaetkindmillinery Prices upon request.

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Sophisticated saucer Black saucer hat with silver and black bow detailing, perfect with a little black dress. Love it? This one can be made to order.

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Fashionable fascinator Springtime in Paris is always in fashion. Channel that same feeling with this green straw fascinator with vintage hand made anemone flowers from Paris. Trés chic!

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A-dior-able accessory Dior-inspired downturned brim hat in dark navy with hand-cut feathers and custom-dyed blue straw ribbon. We see ourselves brunching with the Easter bunny in this stunner. Made to order.