Vintage Silhouettes Custom Hats - Official Affiliate Thread

[Bill Hughes]

As I sat in church today, my new VS mid ribbon on the pew next to me, I realized the new lid looks alot like I remember my grandfather's dress hat he wore to their 50th anniversary party when i was a young lad. Very impressed by Art's work, and how I ended up, quite unknowingly, on a path that lead me to finally own the hat I always really wanted more than any other.

Thank you again, Art, for such a grand fedora.

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It is a very fine looking hat and you wear it well.

 

[gregf]

Been to Art's shop a few times but never pulled the trigger. Just got a nice example on eBay that looks great and fits perfectly...now one of my favorites. Glad to have a VS of my own finally.

 

[Lew Decker]

How fitting that the hat Art made for me last year is my favorite of all my hats.

 

[belfastboy]

I seldom receive comments on my hats. Yesterday went to the local market after church wearing my limestone VS. 2 folks commented, 'love your hat' and one other fellow stopped to ask me, 'where did you get your hat?' I regret now only owning two of Art's creations.

 

[Art Fawcett]

Thank you for the kind words Gents

 

[new2hats]

I'm so mad. I just saw Art Fawcett was done making hats forever and I have not been able to get one from him. Glad he is able to retire, but what now for us hat lovers? I guess I need to just keep looking for that unicorn on the 'bay

 

[Rmccamey]

Yep, you got to the circus too late. But, keep looking. They sometimes show up on eBay and there have been a few hit the Classifieds here on the Lounge this past year. Also...and many of us are hoping... Art might put his remaining off-the-rack hats out for sale at some point.

I'm so mad. I just saw Art Fawcett was done making hats forever and I have not been able to get one from him. Glad he is able to retire, but what now for us hat lovers? I guess I need to just keep looking for that unicorn on the 'bay

 

[belfastboy]

Yep, you got to the circus too late. But, keep looking. They sometimes show up on eBay and there have been a few hit the Classifieds here on the Lounge this past year. Also...and many of us are hoping... Art might put his remaining off-the-rack hats out for sale at some point.

Has his bricks and mortar shop closed up for good?

 

[Art Fawcett]

Has his bricks and mortar shop closed up for good?

Yes Sir, I closed for the public Dec 28th. Until I finish my orders I am "appointment only" so I'm not distracted by tourists. I'm sorry but it's the only way to be able to concentrate. Outside of some panamas I only have two hats left in my "off the rack" series. I'm getting really close to actual retirement

 

[belfastboy]

Yes Sir, I closed for the public Dec 28th. Until I finish my orders I am "appointment only" so I'm not distracted by tourists. I'm sorry but it's the only way to be able to concentrate. Outside of some panamas I only have two hats left in my "off the rack" series. I'm getting really close to actual retirement

Hah, those damn tourists. We just returned from Scotland and disliked Edinburgh as it was crawling with folks just like us.....Tourists!

 

[Art Fawcett]

I hope to be one myself soon

 

[AbbaDatDeHat]

Yes Sir, I closed for the public Dec 28th. Until I finish my orders I am "appointment only" so I'm not distracted by tourists. I'm sorry but it's the only way to be able to concentrate. Outside of some panamas I only have two hats left in my "off the rack" series. I'm getting really close to actual retirement

God bless you Art Fawcett.
You’ve brought joy to so many with your hats. You’ve run the good race. I hope the next part is all it can be.
What i really want to know is, what hat or hats is Art Fawcett going to keep for himself? Is there any way to put that into words, Art? What hat will the Master ride off into the sunset wearing?
Be well. Bowen

 

[Art Fawcett]

ha, quite a few actually Bowen. Since I plan to move to Florida to be with my son I of course will have my Semi calados and a couple of featherweights. But then, I can't leave behind ones that have become a part of me, kinda like leaving a child behind. I actually don't have a "favorite" but do have a lot of "daily wearers". I will be selling most of my personal collection of vintage hats on ebay over time. Although I haven't worn them in years, I have some pretty special ones that I have treasured for years, all the way back to the 1830s I believe. Not all are in great shape but are of historical significance and are part of how I learned of the construction in days gone past. I think the first to go up for auction will be the hat worn by Jeff Bridges in Seabiscuit

 

[DJH]

Art, you have brought a lot of pleasure to many people with your hats.

I think I have a dozen or so hats that you made for me - all of them are special and part of my life.

All the best for your retirement - I hope you enjoy being close to your family.


Cheers!
David

 

[Art Fawcett]

Art, you have brought a lot of pleasure to many people with your hats.

I think I have a dozen or so hats that you made for me - all of them are special and part of my life.

All the best for your retirement - I hope you enjoy being close to your family.


Cheers!
David

Thank you Sir!!!!

 

[daizawaguy]

Art, very best wishes in your retirement, and certainly your name will last forever in the history of American hat making. May you be blessed with all the happiness and peace in your retirement.

 

[Cipriano]

Had to register just so I could show off my VS 'One-Under'. I got my order in just before September 30th ended!

 

[Blare]

Had to register just so I could show off my VS 'One-Under'. I got my order in just before September 30th ended!
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Oh wow!


Best,
Joe

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[belfastboy]

ha, quite a few actually Bowen. Since I plan to move to Florida to be with my son I of course will have my Semi calados and a couple of featherweights. But then, I can't leave behind ones that have become a part of me, kinda like leaving a child behind. I actually don't have a "favorite" but do have a lot of "daily wearers". I will be selling most of my personal collection of vintage hats on ebay over time. Although I haven't worn them in years, I have some pretty special ones that I have treasured for years, all the way back to the 1830s I believe. Not all are in great shape but are of historical significance and are part of how I learned of the construction in days gone past. I think the first to go up for auction will be the hat worn by Jeff Bridges in Seabiscuit

When I am faced with downsizing my collection I joke with my wife about now knowing what Sophie went through when faced with her Choice. At the Golden Globes Ricky Gervais delivered a great joke about a remake of Sophie's Choice that is relatable to the downsizing of a hat collection.

 

[Robieman]

Had to register just so I could show off my VS 'One-Under'. I got my order in just before September 30th ended!
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I had thought seriously about getting one of those also. After seeing yours, I wish I had! It looks great. Congratulations.