
Hats by Billy is a couture millinery label run by Margaret Bennett.
Margaret studied millinery at the prestigious Leeds College of Art & Design (Jacob Kramer College).
In 2007 she was awarded the gold medal at the UK Skills awards for Millinery (Advanced) in their "Design an Ascot Hat" competition. Her hats have been featured in catwalk shows and at the Knitting & Stitching Show. She has undertaken commissions including designing and making hats for several celebrities.
All Margaret's hats and headpieces are designed and hand made to the highest standards. She works in a range of styles from traditional to contemporary and prides herself in sourcing the highest quality materials. In addition to her twice yearly ready to wear collections, Margaret is happy to work with clients to design bespoke head wear to suit any occasion. Any type of headwear, from intricate bridal tiaras to grand picture hats can be hand made to meet the clients exact specifications. Margaret also works in theatrical millinery and her hats have featured on stage in London's glittering West End