Adorn Collection

Adorn Collection Designer handbag and millinery hire for racing enthusiasts and lovers of fashion! Contact me with any queries regarding a CUSTOM made piece.

If you’re looking for unique and innovative designs that exude sophistication and elegance then Adorn yourself with a stunning bespoke or ready to wear Millinery piece by Melissa Barnes. Melissa has taken her love of headwear and transformed it into a label which caters to fashion conscious women who are passionate about wearing on trend headwear and accessories. All pieces are handmade using a co

mbination of traditional and modern Millinery techniques with attention to detail and quality. Melissa prides herself on style advice and is always enthusiastic about the opportunity to collaborate with clients in a shared design consultation process to achieve a high level of customer satisfaction. An Adorn Collection handmade creation is the perfect match to your fashion desires and personality for any occasion. If you are looking to add that 'wow' factor to your outfit, match a favourite dress or simply dress up to attend a special occasion, a headwear piece from my collection will complement and enhance your style in every way! My aim is to create distinctive pieces that are beautiful, elegant and practical to wear.

30/08/2026

Getting a hat safely to its new owner is just as important as creating it.

Delicate trims, feathers and sculptural shapes can’t just be wrapped up and placed in a box. They need the VIP treatment…

So I create a custom cardboard brace (with a wire frame) to prevent anything from being crushed, bent or damaged in transit.

Because when your hat leaves my studio, I want it to arrive exactly as it left. 🤍

Congratulations Neva 💕 💞🩷💕 on your BEST CONTEMPORARY sash at Gympie Turf Club 🙌🏻 it’s so lovely to see this stunning out...
25/08/2026

Congratulations Neva 💕 💞🩷💕 on your BEST CONTEMPORARY sash at Gympie Turf Club 🙌🏻 it’s so lovely to see this stunning outfit (and that beautiful lil bump) on show again!!!!

16/08/2026

A custom headpiece is designed specifically for you and your outfit. It’s what sets you apart on race day and makes you feel confident in a look that’s truly your own.

When it comes to quotes and costs, remember you’re not just paying for the finished piece. You’re paying for the time, expertise and creative process that goes into designing the final result, long before any materials are even cut or shaped!

The design and consultation part of the custom process isn’t daunting. It’s a collaborative process and you’ll be guided by me through each step… and we might even have a few giggles along the way!

If you’ve been wanting to improve your millinery skills and learn some new tips, this is the perfect place to start.By p...
16/08/2026

If you’ve been wanting to improve your millinery skills and learn some new tips, this is the perfect place to start.

By practising on a ‘mini hat’, you can learn traditional millinery techniques while using only a fraction of the materials. You’ll build confidence and develop skills that you’ll use again and again in future designs.

✨ PDF Tutorial includes:
• Step-by-step instructions
• Printable templates
• Detailed diagrams
• Professional construction techniques
• Alternative methods
• Tips for achieving a polished finish

📍Available now at
www.adornmillinery.com.au/shop/mini-boater-buckram-millinery-tutorial/

15/08/2026

You asked for more millinery tips, so here’s one I use every single day.

I used to find myself nearly finished a headpiece, but halfway through sewing in the comb… SNAP! The thread would break.

So now, before I stitch any comb into a hat, I do this trick…

It doesn’t look like much, but it makes a big difference because it…
✔️ helps protect the stitching from being cut by the metal edges - combs won’t fall off
✔️ gives a neater colour-matched finish - combs look better
✔️ makes the hat more comfortable to wear - no wobbles or combs digging into the head

Will you give this a try? Or do you have an even better method???

13/08/2026

Honestly, getting messages like this fills my heart and makes my day 🥹

I spend hours making, stitching and tweaking every little detail, so hearing how much someone loves their hat is the best part of my job!!!

Then when i see them wearing it again… (with another sash)? Well, that’s pretty special too. 🏆

A huge congratulations to Tess Schiffmann. Thank you for trusting me with your race day look and for your lovely messages.

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