Couture by Karen Henriksen
Karen Henriksen's couture creations are noted for their sculptural qualities and contemporary aesthetics; they exude a wonderfully informal glamour, yet seem effortless, almost casually elegant. For Karen, whilst innovation is vital, at the core of every hat is its relationship to the wearer: her hats are often striking in their minimalism, yet always flattering, and invariably easy and comfortable to wear.
The Couture Collection is available by appointment at the London studio, and at selected specialist boutiques in London, New York and Hong Kong.
In addition to her own collections, Karen also works with other designers. Recent collaborations and commissions include fashion designers as diverse as Hussein Chalayan, Gavin Douglas, Edward Sexton and Ports 1961, and innovative textile designers Dashing Tweeds. Karen has also recently made light shades for furniture designers Pinch, who realised that their designs needed the expertise and lightness of touch of a milliner.
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Another major project has been a book commission: ‘Design and Make Fashion Hats’ by Karen Henriksen. Largely a practical book, it draws on Karen’s years of experience in the world of millinery, generously sharing her ethos of bringing model (couture) millinery techniques up to date and accessible to a new audience, this time budding milliners. And of course it includes beautiful and inspiring photography, featuring images of her work, and of other contemporary milliners. Signed copies are available to buy from the online shop.
