Now available for pre-order . Hats will ship beginning early October.

Inspired by the romantic pastoral fantasies of 18th-century France, our Bergère hat pays homage to a time when fashion blurred the lines between nobility and nature. Popularized by aristocratic women like Marie Antoinette and featured in countless portraiture of the Rococo period, the Bergère—also known as the “shepherdess hat”—symbolized both elegance and artifice.

With its wide brim and soft ribbon trim, this hat was originally worn to mimic the simplicity of rural life, even as its wearers were draped in silks and lace. It offered shade, style, and a whisper of rebellion—reclaiming the rustic as refined.

Our modern interpretation blends 18th-century charm with wearable storytelling:

• Wide-brimmed silhouette evocative of French courtly fashion

• Lightweight and versatile, perfect for both costume and contemporary wear

• Finished with ribbon and detailing that echoes Rococo femininity

Each hat serves not just as a fashion statement, but as a nod to the complexities of performance, power, and presentation in women’s dress history.

✨ Now accepting pre-orders for a limited time only.
🎓 1% of all purchases will be donated to the College Achieve Charter School Fashion Club in Paterson, NJ.
This initiative directly supports high school scholars in accessing fashion supplies and developing their creative voices—where history meets future design.

Inspired by Queen Elizabeth I reign during the 16^th century and her fascination with wearing ruffs and cuffs. Ruffs and cuffs were accessories used to determine and classify a person’s societal status. She inspired everyone including writers like William Shakespeare to write about such expectation in his plays. As stated in one of his most legendary texts of this era, Hamlet: “The apparel Oft proclaims the man” meaning the items we wear “makes” the man. This indicates that society has societal values and expectations based on gender, class and race but even of the things we wear.

1% of all purchases will be donated to Oasis: A Haven for Women & Children located in Paterson, NJ.

Canvas design: A collaboration with small businesswomen owner @loveydoveydesigns.

Happy 5th year Anniversary to Literature Meets Fashion; To celebrate we added an additional color to our product stock.

Inspired by Queen Elizabeth I reign during the 16th century and her fascination with wearing ruffs and cuffs. Ruffs and cuffs were accessories used to determine and classify a person’s societal status. She inspired everyone including writers like William Shakespeare to write about such expectation in his plays. As stated in one of his most legendary texts of this era, Hamlet: “The apparel Oft proclaims the man” meaning the items we wear “makes” the man. This indicates that society has societal values and expectations based on gender, class and race but even of the things we wear.

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Inspired by Queen Elizabeth I reign during the 16th century and her fascination with wearing ruffs and cuffs. Ruffs and cuffs were accessories used to determine and classify a person’s societal status. She inspired everyone including writers like William Shakespeare to write about such expectation in his plays. As stated in one of his most legendary texts of this era, Hamlet: “The apparel Oft proclaims the man” meaning the items we wear “makes” the man. This indicates that society has societal values and expectations based on gender, class and race but even of the things we wear.

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Inspired by Queen Elizabeth I reign during the 16th century and her fascination with wearing ruffs and cuffs. Ruffs and cuffs were accessories used to determine and classify a person’s societal status. She inspired everyone including writers like William Shakespeare to write about such expectation in his plays. As stated in one of his most legendary texts of this era, Hamlet: “The apparel Oft proclaims the man” meaning the items we wear “makes” the man. This indicates that society has societal values and expectations based on gender, class and race but even of the things we wear.

Inspired by Queen Elizabeth I reign during the 16th century and her fascination with wearing ruffs and cuffs. Ruffs and cuffs were accessories used to determine and classify a person’s societal status. She inspired everyone including writers like William Shakespeare to write about such expectation in his plays. As stated in one of his most legendary texts of this era, Hamlet: “The apparel Oft proclaims the man” meaning the items we wear “makes” the man. This indicates that society has societal values and expectations based on gender, class and race but even of the things we wear.