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BETTINA THOMAS
COUTURE HATS

COUTURE HEADPIECES THAT REPRESENT STYLE, LUXURY AND EXCLUSIVITY FOR THOSE WHO RECOGNISE THE BEAUTY OF TOP CLASS MILLINERY AND MODERN YET TIMELESS DESIGN
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ENJOY THE EXPERIENCE OF LUXURY CRAFTSMANSHIP

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FEATURED PRODUCT
The 'Evanescence' headpiece

​The Evanescence headpiece was commissioned by the talented singer Hunter Blue for one of his songs. It symbolises the ghost of a lost love that keeps haunting back...

THE POWERFUL GRACEFULNESS AND ELEGANCE OF AFRICA

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C421 - Striking curved shield-shaped headpiece made out off pink dyed springbok skin trimmed with sculpted feathers.
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C425 - Very elegant oval couture percher made of yellow dyed Springbok skin trimmed with an explosion of dyed sculpted feathers. The verso-side is lined with a leopard print fabric.
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C427 - The perfect combination of African & French elegance. The sophistication of black veiling mounted on a black sequin fabric covered hat. The long porcupine quills to hold the head up high and feel absolutely royal.
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C428 - Sculptural, architectural & futuristic headpiece mounted with a hand-made bird and porcupine quills. For the daring character that is not afraid to stand out.
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C415 - A textured futuristic triangular dome for a glamorous look.

COLOURS SPEAK ALL LANGUAGES

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C428 - The 'chapeau Brigitte' is one of the timeless best-sellers. Its orange twirl has made it one of the most popular hats of the collections.
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C424 - The strength of a deep orange and unconventional lightness of this aerial design for a Frida Kahlo look.
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C395 - The iconic Nontando hat. Perfect osmosis between the French and South African cultures. First created in Rome where Bettina was then based and inspired by the stained glass windows of the French cathedrals of Picardie where she grew up, it naturally blended in the striking colours of the Ndebele Art. It is named after Nontando Mopso, now Chief Editor of Glamour Magazine SA.

FASHION WEEK IN CAPE TOWN

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Collaboration with Habits - SAMW AW22


CHIC, GLAMOUR AND TIMELESS ELEGANCE, THAT FRENCH 'JE NE SAIS QUOI'...

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C413 - The timeless charm of this very classic hat, revisited with a delicate couture embroidery.
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C398 - Extremely elegant pale pink sinamay side hat trimmed with silk roses.
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C400 - No hat is more timeless than a French béret. It can be passed onto generations without ever losing its charm. This royal blue version can be worn front-side or side-way.
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C 392 - The refinement of sequin glamour, silk roses and golden feathers to create a luxurious feel. The wavy shape adds a touch of feminine gentleness.
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C371 - A Dior brim hat doesn't need any explanation. No fashion trend will ever dethrone its elegance. Coral sinamay trimmed with an oversized silk abaca bow.


​BRING OUT YOUR UNAPOLOGETIC SELF! 
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C394 - A wide black textured dome for a tasteful femininity.
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C386 - Leopard print fur felt hat with striking contrast of hot pink sculpted feathers, silk abaca and Svarowski crystals...
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C399 - The "Nocturne" headpiece. Black lace, velvet and Swarovski crystals for a feline mysterious look.

LA FLAMME - THE FLAME

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'La Flamme' was created for a collaboration with talented designer Cape Town Stephen Van Eeden. It is a sculpture made of pure copper, a perfect example of wearable Art. 
Born from the earthy ochres of Namibia...It was inspired by the red ochre powder and butter fat that the traditional Himba women create and apply each morning on their skin and hair, giving them a distinctive red hue.
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DARE TO BE UNIQUE!
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C368 - Red and black zebra print small dome shaped percher trimmed with a striking sculpted and dyed pheasant feather...
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C397 - The Sun Queen... Rich gold percher trimmed with an elaborate sculpture of shaped feathers and Swarovski crystals.
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C381 - The flagship of the collections...Majestic vertical lime green sphere with long pointed up sculpted and ornamented fuchsia feather.
You are such a great artist. I am proud to wear your beautiful creations. With much admiration, Camilla
 
HRH PRINCESS CAMILLA OF BOURBON TWO SICILIES
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