Pearled Willoughby Beret - Black / Silver Size:Small Thanks to the University of

Thanks to the University of North Carolina School of the Arts we now know that this fabric performs well under blacklight

The photo of the gentleman in costume is of a different sage fabric but shows the style in action

The hat is heavy duty laminated cardboard with additional glue applied while laminating the fabric to the brim

Purple and copper metallic top and brim with taupe chenille brocade sides

Pearled Willoughby Beret - Black / Silver Size:Small Thanks to the University ofSome form of beret could be worn by any social class throughout history. In the 16th Century, berets were a fashion must all over Europe, often worn aslant with soft plumes. The Willoughby Beret has embossed or crushed velvet, pearls on the trim, and feathers.