Nerida Fraiman hats and turbans are handmade in our London studio. 

Fabrics and trimmings are sourced from small specialist suppliers across the UK and Europe. Much of our traditional hat blocking is carried out by a long-established workshop in Luton, whose expertise forms part of the long history of British millinery. 

Most styles are secured with discreet hat elastic or a headband. More fitted styles are worn as standard. 

Hat elastic is positioned just behind the hairline, passing behind the ears and beneath the hair to the nape of the neck, keeping the hat stable while remaining invisible when worn. 

We usually use brown hat elastic, as it blends easily with most hair tones. If you require a different shade, such as blonde, we are happy to change this. 

Headbands allow the piece to sit in exactly the right position. The choice between elastic and headband is often a matter of personal preference. 

Many hats in the collection are available in a range of colours, some of which are listed online. 

If you are looking for a particular shade, please contact the studio and we can advise what is possible for that style. 

In many cases, materials can be dyed or sourced to complement an outfit. 

If you are looking to match a specific colour for a wedding or special event, please contact the studio to discuss the available options. 

Yes. The studio undertakes bespoke commissions as well as custom variations of existing designs. 

We design and make pieces for shoots, catwalk and special events. If you have a particular style, colour or occasion in mind, please contact the studio to discuss the possibilities. 

Production time varies depending on the style and the time of year. As a guide, most pieces take between 2–6 weeks, though this can often be shortened where needed. 

We have a small selection of styles not shown online that are available immediately. If you have a specific date, please contact the studio and we will advise. 

Yes. The studio is always happy to advise on styles that would suit a particular outfit or event. 

If you are unsure which piece to choose, you are welcome to contact the studio with details of your occasion or outfit. 

Yes, Nerida Fraiman ships internationally. 

All hats are carefully packed to ensure they travel safely. 

Each hat is carefully packed in one of our black and white striped Nerida Fraiman hat boxes and wrapped to ensure it arrives safely. 

The hat box protects the shape of the hat during transit and is also ideal for long-term storage. 

If your hat isnot quite right, please contact the studio as soon as possible after receiving it so we can advise on the best solution.

You are welcome to visit our North West London studio, where you can try on the collection, bring your outfit and receive advice on what will suit both you and the occasion.

We also havea number ofcentral London and international stockists. Please contact the studio to find the most convenient location.

Royal Ascot encourages the wearing of hats across all enclosures. 

In the Royal Enclosure, ladies are required to wear a hat or headpiece with a solid base of at least 4 inches (10 cm) in diameter. Novelty hats or pieces promoting a brand or product are not permitted. 

In the Queen Anne and Village Enclosures, a hat, headpiece or fascinator may be worn, with no specific size requirement. 

Many Nerida Fraiman designs are created with race meetings, including Royal Ascot, in mind.