Lisa von Hallwyl Millinery

Lisa von Hallwyl Millinery Milliner based in cheltenham gloucestershire stunning hats for all occasions. Available to hire and Created in her Cotswolds studio in Beckford near Cheltenham.

Lisa von Hallwyl millinery creates the perfect hat made to measure. Heart of the races. To book your appointment for that special event visit www.lisavonhallwylmillinery.com or 07738223791
Award winning hats Bespoke and hat hire

09/09/2026

“Darling, is that teal?”

“No. It’s an entrance.”

Welcome to the new collection: rich teals, deep chocolate browns, softened neutrals, natural feathers and unapologetically extraordinary silhouettes.

Headwear for the woman who knows race-day dressing should never feel predictable. She doesn’t arrive quietly. She appears.

THE TEALS

Wear teal as a neutral. Pair it with midnight navy, black, ivory or tailored cream. For full-impact glamour, echo the peacock tones with emerald, sapphire or petrol blue. Keep the outfit clean and architectural, allowing the feathers to do the talking.

“Is it too much for lunch?”

“Only if lunch is in the kitchen.”

THE CHOCOLATE BROWNS

Rich, sophisticated and softer than black, chocolate brown looks exceptional with camel, warm ivory, ch*****ne, to***co, bronze and powder blue.

Think beautiful tailoring, fluid silk and tonal dressing—layering cream, tan and brown while letting the feathers bring movement and drama.

“She said she wanted something understated.”

“She meant expensive.”

THE NEUTRALS

Neutral does not mean invisible.

An ivory suit, ch*****ne dress or sculptural taupe silhouette creates the perfect canvas for statement millinery. Keep jewellery considered, sweep the hair away from the face and let the hat take centre stage.

THE SILHOUETTES

These are not finishing touches. They are hand-crafted sculptural forms designed to be seen from every angle: sweeping brims, architectural loops, feathered halos, peacock “eyes” and dramatic sprays.

For Ascot, Aintree, weddings, celebrations—and any occasion where your hat should say absolutely everything.

Quiet luxury has had a lovely run.

For enquiries, styling advice and bespoke appointments, please send me a message.

🍂 RACING INTO AUTUMN 🍂The new season is calling — and it’s time to make an entrance! 🏇✨Whether you’re heading to the rac...
05/09/2026

🍂 RACING INTO AUTUMN 🍂

The new season is calling — and it’s time to make an entrance! 🏇✨

Whether you’re heading to the races, a wedding or a fabulous autumn event, get ready to turn heads in a bold, beautiful and completely showstopping creation.

Each piece is lovingly handcrafted and designed for those who were born to stand out. Come and support a local independent business while finding the perfect headwear to complete your look.

✨ Bespoke designs
✨ One-of-a-kind creations
✨ Made to make you feel fabulous

Let’s make this autumn unforgettable! Send me a message to arrange a visit and discover your perfect piece. 🧡

The art of feather layering 🪶Every feather-layered creation begins long before the first feather is placed onto the hat....
24/08/2026

The art of feather layering 🪶

Every feather-layered creation begins long before the first feather is placed onto the hat.

It starts with carefully selecting the feathers, washing and preparing each one, and then grading them individually. I study their shape, size, texture and movement to decide which feathers will work beautifully together—and which are just right for the design.

Then the intricate layering begins.

Each feather is positioned by hand, one by one, gradually building depth, texture and movement across the hat. This stage takes hours of patience and precision, as every layer must flow seamlessly into the next.

Finally, the feathers are carefully brushed and guided into position, ensuring they sit perfectly and the finished piece has that wonderfully soft, flowing appearance.

It’s a slow and meticulous process, but these unseen hours are what transform individual feathers into a truly unique, wearable work of art.

No shortcuts. No two pieces the same. Just craftsmanship, patience and an extraordinary attention

✨ THIS is why I love what I do! ✨Watching my gorgeous client unbox her beautiful headband and matching bag—and seeing he...
18/08/2026

✨ THIS is why I love what I do! ✨

Watching my gorgeous client unbox her beautiful headband and matching bag—and seeing her face light up with pure joy—was truly everything. Her excitement, her reaction and how fabulous she felt made my heart so full. 💕

I also included a little surprise gift, lovingly packed as a thank you for supporting small businesses, which means supporting somebody’s dream, passion and creativity—and I’m so grateful every time you choose to support mine.

Thank you for trusting me to create something special for you. Seeing you this elated is the greatest gift of all! 🥰

Here’s to unforgettable accessories, joyful moments and women supporting women. 💫

13/08/2026

A little Millinery Hatelier update ❤️

I’ve always tried to keep my millinery as fairly priced and accessible as possible, but like every small business, the cost of everything continues to rise — materials, feathers, trims, postage, packaging and the general cost of running a business.

For a long time I’ve absorbed as much of this as I can, but I also need to recognise the true amount of time that goes into handmade.

Some of my hats have taken up to 56 hours to design, make and trim — including many late nights! And that’s before adding the cost of materials and all the hours behind the scenes sourcing, designing, messaging clients and perfecting every detail.

When you add all of that together… tell me handmade millinery is expensive! ❤️

Because of this, there will be a small increase to my bespoke design fee, and I’ll also be introducing a cleaning fee for hat hires to cover the time and cost of preparing each piece beautifully for its next outing.

For those wanting something more affordable for everyday occasions, I now also have my Ready-to-Wear Headband Range — handmade pieces without the bespoke price tag. ✨

Most importantly, thank you.

When you shop small, you’re supporting someone’s dream. Every order, hire, recommendation and share helps me continue doing what I love and supports my dream of hopefully making it one day. ☺️❤️

Thank you for supporting me, handmade and small business. 🎩✨

🦚✨ LIMITED TIME ONLY — £95 ✨🦚Make a statement with my gorgeous Peacock & Pheasant Silk Layered Bands 💚💙Beautifully creat...
13/08/2026

🦚✨ LIMITED TIME ONLY — £95 ✨🦚

Make a statement with my gorgeous Peacock & Pheasant Silk Layered Bands 💚💙

Beautifully created with layers of luxurious silk and individually hand-cut detailing, inspired by the incredible colours and textures of peacock and pheasant feathers.

🎁 They make the most fabulous gifts too!
Each one comes beautifully boxed, ready to give to someone special… or to keep for yourself! 💝

✨ Limited time price — just £95 ✨

Bold, unique and beautifully handcrafted — and at this price, only available for a limited time.

💌 Message me to order yours before they’re gone!

I’ll be away from 25th August until 6th September, travelling abroad and teaching my millinery classes. 🎩✈️I’m so excite...
11/08/2026

I’ll be away from 25th August until 6th September, travelling abroad and teaching my millinery classes. 🎩✈️

I’m so excited to be taking my love of millinery overseas, sharing skills, creativity and, of course, plenty of fabulous hats along the way! 💕👒

During this time, replies to messages and enquiries may be a little slower than usual, but I’ll get back to everyone as soon as I can.

Back in the studio from 7th September, refreshed, inspired and ready to create! ✨

Thank you, as always, for your patience and support. ❤️

One of the questions I’m asked most often is about the peacock feathers I use.Every single peacock feather in my work is...
05/08/2026

One of the questions I’m asked most often is about the peacock feathers I use.

Every single peacock feather in my work is naturally shed during the birds’ annual moult. They are never taken from a bird, and I would never create at the expense of an animal.

I’ve worked with the same trusted keepers here in the UK for many years. They genuinely care for their birds, and I know exactly where my feathers come from. The money I pay for the feathers goes straight back into caring for the peacocks, helping to provide their feed and ongoing welfare.

If you’ve ever seen peacocks during moulting season, you’ll know they happily drop their magnificent trains each year and then grow them all over again. It’s a completely natural process. Honestly, you should see how happy and proud they are! 🦚💚

Knowing the story behind every feather means I can create with confidence, respect and gratitude. Beautiful materials should never come at the expense of the animals they belong to, and that’s something I’ll always stand by. ✨

As a little thank you, all halo headpieces and headbands are 20% OFF for the next week! 🤍

Excludes items that are already discounted.

Happy shopping! 🥰

01/08/2026

Behind every hat is just me.

Every feather cut, every stitch, every detail, every late night… created by my own hands.

People often talk about growing bigger, but success doesn’t always mean becoming a massive business. For me, success is creating beautiful, one-of-a-kind pieces that I can be proud of.
My dream has always been to create exceptional hats that are handcrafted by me.

I’m the face and the mind behind this business. Every idea starts with me, every design is brought to life by me, and every finished piece leaves my studio knowing it’s been crafted with care from start to finish.

I’m the head designer, but I’m also the only creator.

That’s what makes every piece so special. No production line. No outsourcing. No shortcuts. Just passion, craftsmanship, and a lot of hard work.

Success, to me, isn’t measured by how big my business becomes—it’s measured by the quality of what I create and the joy it brings to the people who wear it.

Small business. Big heart. ❤️

OVERHEARD IN WAITROSE…“Darling, apparently we’re supposed to be thinking about winter racing already.”“But I haven’t eve...
30/07/2026

OVERHEARD IN WAITROSE…

“Darling, apparently we’re supposed to be thinking about winter racing already.”

“But I haven’t even emotionally recovered from spring/summer…”

Exactly.

One minute we’re swooning over sunshine, colour and fabulous end-of-season race days… the next, everyone’s whispering about tweeds, velvets and winter calendars.

So here’s the good news…

You don’t have to choose.

I’m celebrating the last glorious stretch of spring/summer while quietly getting ready to unleash winter racing magic behind the scenes.

Whether you’re planning:
✨ Your final summer showstopper
✨ A standout autumn race day
✨ Winter racing elegance
✨ Or you’re simply the type who likes to be ridiculously organised…

I’ve got you.

Stock me. Own me. Rent me. Whatever works for your wardrobe, your diary and your budget.

Because life’s too short for boring hats, and racing season doesn’t end… it just changes outfit.

The next collection is brewing, the feathers are flying, and if you think you’ve seen my boldest work yet…

…just wait.

Who’s already thinking about winter racing, and who’s refusing to let go of summer?

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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