Fiona
Fiona Bennett has been a leading figure in modern millinery since 1988. Fiona has expertly merged tradition with modernity in her exquisite hat designs. Born in Brighton, she is not just a milliner; she is a visionary and artist who seamlessly combines craftsmanship with contemporary aesthetics. Her masterpieces, hand-crafted with precision by a small team in her Berlin studio, manifest a timeless style and unisex appeal, all while maintaining impeccable quality.
Fiona has collaborated with notable figures, further solidifying her status in the music and film industry: Christina Aguilera, Katie Holmes, Veruschka, Nadja Auermann, Petshop Boys, Brad Pitt, Yoko Ono, Rammstein, Anna Netrebkov, Lana Wachowski or the Film Hats for the most successful German series ever „Babylon Berlin“.
In the nineties she worked for Prof. Vivienne Westwood, who invited her to teach her students at the University of the Arts in Berlin
In 2012, she established her Hatshop with her Partner Hans Böhme in the Center of Berlin, a hotspot for customers hunting for distinctive headwear.
Fiona Bennett’s creations have recently gained prominence in prestigious museums across Germany like Humboldt Forum, Berlin or Pinakothek der Moderne, Munich.
After more than three decades, Fiona Bennett continues to inspire and innovate. Her belief in the power of art, combined with skillful craftsmanship, creates designs that resonate deeply with wearers and collectors alike. As she looks to the future, Fiona remains committed to intertwining the rich heritage of hat-making with modern perspectives, inviting everyone to embrace a piece of her dream and creativity.
2013 She published her biographical narratives , “Vom Locken der Federn” with Eva Sichelschmidt, Knesebeck Verlag.
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Fiona Bennett is not just a milliner; she is a storyteller and mentor, solidifying her role in the evolving fashion narrative. In a world of fleeting trends, her hats are timeless sustainable works of art, preserving the legacy of hat-making while ushering in new stories of resilience, innovation, and creativity.
