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April 7, 2015

Great Moments in Fascinators on the Runway

By Véronique Hyland

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Photo: Nicole Campon/Getty Images

There are two designers to whom we owe the proliferation of fascinators on the runway in the past 30 years: Stephen Jones and Philip Treacy. Jones got his start in the ‘80s New Romantic club scene, crafting hats for fellow “Blitz Kids” like Boy George. Eventually, he worked his way from the Blitz scene to the Sloane Rangers, outfitting Princess Diana in his designs. Jones is also known for his work with Jean Paul Gaultier, Thierry Mugler, John Galliano (in his Dior days), and Vivienne Westwood.

He has recently collaborated with Thom Browne — for example, the fanciful lawn-game-inspired pieces from the designer’s spring 2015 show, which came in the shape of shuttlecocks and daisies, or the more funerary creations from Browne’s fall 2015 mourning-themed collection. “Working with Stephen is always something I look forward to each season,” Browne tells the Cut, “because what we create together truly finishes the collection.”

Treacy is closely associated with Alexander McQueen, for whom he designed countless memorable designs, including a butterfly hat for his fall 2007 collection in memory of their mutual friend Isabella Blow. (It resonated outside the fashion world to the point where it made the cover of The New Yorker.) He’s also worked with Chanel, Ralph Lauren, and Donna Karan, and has designed hats for many members of the royal family and for American royalty Lady Gaga and SJP.

Click through the slideshow to see some of the duo’s best runway work over the years.

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Philip Treacy Florals for spring: not so groundbreaking. But in the form of a forehead ornament, they broke the mold at Philip Treacy's spring 20... Philip Treacy Florals for spring: not so groundbreaking. But in the form of a forehead ornament, they broke the mold at Philip Treacy's spring 2001 show. Photo: Stephane Cardinale/Corbis
Schiaparelli As part of Marco Zanini's fall 2014 couture show for the brand, Stephen Jones crafted a different topper for each look, like the cel... Schiaparelli As part of Marco Zanini's fall 2014 couture show for the brand, Stephen Jones crafted a different topper for each look, like the celestial invention at left. Photo: Stephane Cardinale/Corbis
Schiaparelli Also from that Schiaparelli show, a creation Elsa herself would have proudly worn. Photo: Stephane Cardinale/Corbis
Thom Browne Browne's antic spring 2015 show featured over-the-top designs by Jones, including this one in the shape of a wasp-waisted gown. Phot... Thom Browne Browne's antic spring 2015 show featured over-the-top designs by Jones, including this one in the shape of a wasp-waisted gown. Photo: Imaxtree
Thom Browne As well as this Royal Ascot–worthy black hat. Photo: Imaxtree
Dior After Galliano's Dior ouster, his right-hand man Bill Gaytten temporarily took over, and Stephen Jones's geometric hats made for a popular t... Dior After Galliano's Dior ouster, his right-hand man Bill Gaytten temporarily took over, and Stephen Jones's geometric hats made for a popular talking point. Photo: Tony Barson/Getty Images
Dior From the same Dior show, Jones's shooting-star look, as worn by Jourdan Dunn, was a standout. Photo: Tony Barson/Getty Images
Philip Treacy Treacy showed some Warhol-inspired creations as part of a charity fashion show in 2003, with Naomi Campbell sporting this Pop desig... Philip Treacy Treacy showed some Warhol-inspired creations as part of a charity fashion show in 2003, with Naomi Campbell sporting this Pop design. Photo: Corbis
Philip Treacy ... And Jerry Hall in a take on the artist's "Peel Slowly and See" banana. Photo: Corbis
Philip Treacy Philip Treacy's "Shocking Pink Roswell Hat" as seen at the "Isabella Blow: Fashion Galore!" exhibition in Londo... Philip Treacy Philip Treacy's "Shocking Pink Roswell Hat" as seen at the "Isabella Blow: Fashion Galore!" exhibition in London. He had previously made a similar style for Grace Jones. Photo: Matt Dunham/Corbis
Philip Treacy Kate Moss strikes a pose in feathered finery at a 1997 Treacy show. Photo: Nicole Campon/Getty Images
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