Wednesday, July 27, 2011

Become a Facebook Fan!

Hey... if you haven't already done so and you like what you see on this website and blog..... I suggest you check out our Facebook Page for up-to-date news on what's happening here at LISA BATTAGLIA!

https://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/LISA-BATTAGLIA/349987895400


Can't wait to tell you what is happening next..... LB ;) xo

Tuesday, July 26, 2011

EXCITING NEWS!!!

Fall season is upon us and we are so EXCITED to announce that our hats will grace the floors of HENRI BENDEL and LORD & TAYLOR. With the start of racing season we received write-ups in SARATOGA FEMME and SIMPLY SARATOGA magazines! .... We are on a ROLL!!!!!

We cannot wait to introduce you to the newest hats of the season!!!!

Stay Cool!!!

LB ;) xo

Monday, July 25, 2011

Looking for interns!!!

If you have knowledge of fashion and a desire to learn more about the business of millinery, send your resume to info@lisabattaglia.com. We are currently reviewing applicants for the intern position at Lisa Battaglia. Sewing and a working knowledge of the fashion industry are a plus!!! See the ins and outs of how a millinery business operates with possible growth opportunities!

The sky is the limit.... Now that is something to put under your hat!!!

Saturday, July 23, 2011

Country Gentleman beats the heat!


This weather is making me reach for my wide brimmed straw hat sure to beat this heat!! I am talking about the FAB Country Gentleman! Take him to the beach, poolside, or lounging at home on your porch or deck! I HIGHLY recommend this topper because it is made of panama straw in an 8" brim and it is so light weight!!! Beat the heat and sun and look SUPER stylish in this one of a kind hat!

Thursday, July 14, 2011

EDUCATING the client is VITAL!

I just read an article about famed Philip Treacy being outraged by cheaply made fascinators being produced out of China and the popularity of them in High Street fashion. After reading the article I felt compelled to comment on this latest fashion craze of mass produced fascinators, if you will! It is VITAL for any milliner who has studied the craft to EDUCATE the consumer on the process of millinery. We take for granted that people understand what it is we do. This is a HIGHLY SPECIALIZED form of ART and TRUE craftsmanship that not only myself but other milliners would agree to. What we do can not even compete with a mass produced fascinator made in China. The time, quality of materials used, craftsmanship and artist's skilll to create a vision unique to his/her client are all KEY components of MILLINERY. We craftsmen take pride in our highly specialized trade but it is up to every designer to market their product effectively to our clients so that they appreciate what we do and have a clear understanding. We cannot take for granted that everyone was raised with a well-versed cultural background. EDUCATION is the KEY to a milliner's success! It is VITAL!