May 24, 2012

Race fans, hold onto your hats!

Toronto photographer Caitlin Cronenberg prepares for the 150th running of the Queen’s Plate by picking the perfect lid for race day

by Jen Selk

1ST PLACE - 1940S FAB

Linda Cloche, $175
“I like the classic shape,” says Cronenberg (pictured here in the winner). “It’s detailed, but not too costumey. And the blue is so pretty.” Thanks to Angelina Jolie vehicle Changeling, this classic hat’s got legs again. “There’s a reason she looks so good in that movie,” says Cronenberg.
Where to get it: Lilliput Hats, 462 College St., 416-536-593 or Holt Renfrew, 416-922-2333
 

VINTAGE VALUE

Patent Flower on Black & White, $32
This 1980s-era hat calls to mind days at the races. Think Julia Roberts. “I have issues with big flowers, but you sold me with Pretty Woman,” says Cronenberg.
Where to get it: Stella Luna, 1627 Queen St. W., 416-536-7300
 

ENORMOUSLY ELEGANT

Chapeau Savannah, $250
This massive brimmed number will share more than your face. “It’s neutral, but interesting. I see it and think beach!”
Where to get it: Big it Up, 58 Spadina Ave., 416-591-0864
 

SUPER SUN SHELTER

XL Monte ribbon striped, $75
This floppy wonder will travel and wear well but looks elegant. “You can hide your face in this hat … in a good way.”
Where to get it: Big it Up, Yorkdale and Vaughan Mills malls
 

MAD HATTER

Olive Branch, by Frank Olive, $169
Cronenberg loves the unusual Alice in Wonderland shape of this topper. “And the feathers. It’s intricate, but it doesn’t overpower.”
Where to get it: The Hat Box, 3501 Bathurst St., 416-787-5944
 

This article appears in the June 2009 issue of Post City Magazines

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