On a balmy Broome afternoon from the lush, sun kissed gardens of McAlpine House, something magical took flight. A light breeze whispered through the trees, carrying with it the spirit of decades of creative passion, and a journey that took me to the runways of New York Fashion Week.
This year, I celebrate 10 years since my first of three annual showings at NYFW, with a collection that’s not just close to my heart – it’s pulled directly from the heart of Australia.
The garden was the perfect setting to launch my latest millinery collection, “Hat Full of Dreams.” Each creation one-off and bespoke, a story in itself, designed from the wild inspiration of remote outback Australia, particularly the Kimberley. I wanted this runway to feel personal, intimate, as if each guest could touch the dream I’d nurtured over the years. And what a dream it’s been! From the bright lights of New York to the frontier landscapes of the Kimberley, this collection draws deeply from the land that has always grounded me, giving each creation its own soul, its own story.
When the models graced the runway in my designs, it was more than just a fashion moment—it was a story coming alive. The rich pindan reds and deep blues echoed the hues of our Kimberley sunsets and open skies, the stunning beauty of Gantheaume Point, the abundance of birdlife and the delicate resilience of our native flowers. Every piece in the collection is a celebration of nature’s endless creativity and Australia’s striking landscapes, lovingly transformed into art that you can wear.
My recent adventure into the East Kimberley features heavily. The fig trees that sprouted from rocks and protective boabs that we camped beneath; the grasses, the gorges along with the unique hues of Roebuck Bay and the tidal sand shapes of Cable Beach – honestly, the inspiration never ends.
This collection, like all my collections, isn’t just for the runway, though. These hats and headpieces are made to be owned, cherished, and passed down. Investing in a “Hats by Felicity” means owning a piece of outback Australia, a statement of style that transcends trends and holds a deeper connection to the land and its stories. Each creation is bespoke and unique, like the story it represents – tailored for those who appreciate the blend of adventure and elegance that our remote Australia inspires.
My heart sings as you take home a piece of this dream and experience the connection I feel to rural and remote Australia in each feather, each stitch, each trim, each piece of millinery art. My hats and headpieces aren’t just accessories – they are an investment in timeless elegance, in individuality, in stories waiting to be worn.
To see and feel more of the show, click the link to be there 🙂 Hat Full of Dreams video
Welcome to my “Hat Full of Dreams”.
x flic
Acknowledging my talented and beautiful models Katrin, Grace, Aimee, Taezha, Manuela, Toni, Marani, Koiki & Jenny and Photographer Laura, Videographer Leo and Pinctada McAlpine House, Broome.
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