my story

In Millinery, beauty is in the eye of the beholder, but quality should never be a compromise. No matter what you're looking for, I guarantee you will look unique and feel special every time you wear your Hats Off Handmade Headwear custom hat or headpiece. 

My goal is to add colour, style and sparkle to your special occasion. I know that looking stylish can make your whole day better, and that's why I'm committed to designing and making unique handmade headwear, so you can focus on looking great!

About Me

I am Kathy Campbell, and I started my Millinery journey back in 2011, while living Singapore. I returned to Australia with my family at the end of 2019 (just in the nick of time, some might say), after then having lived  in New York for 3 years.

I have a real love of colour, and believe that everyone has that special colour which makes them shine. I take inspiration from the easy-going, yet stylish Australian culture and environment, right in the heart of Australia's fashion central, that is Melbourne!

I believe in making headwear that will last, and you will want to keep, for more than one occasion. I use a blend of traditional and contemporary millinery techniques, to ensure that every piece is well made, and can be appreciated from all angles.

In April 2021, I opened a retail headwear store in the heart of Camberwell Junction, offering a wide range of racewear, special occasion and everyday pieces, for all seasons. The store offers a great variety....more than I can ever get the time to put online. Make sure you visit the store to see the wide selection.

I have also recently established The Millinery Collective, in support of Australian Milliners and fine Millinery from across Australia. The Millinery Collective offers a year round retail space to Australian milliners to display and sell their beautifully handmade hats and headpieces pieces for all seasons. So from time to time, you will find the millinery of other Australian milliners for sale in the store.

You can follow The Millinery Collective on Facebook - The Millinery Collective & Instagram - @themillinery_collective

Fellow Member of The Millinery Association of Australia