thomas.york millinery was founded by Kate Thomas after studying at Leeds College of Art and latterly on the HNC course at Morley College in Chelsea, London.

Her work fuses sleek silhouettes with surface manipulation techniques which, combined with traditional couture skills, creates sumptuous, rich and luxurious headpieces.

thomas.york millinery pieces are created using silks sourced from couture dressmakers and true deadstock luxury fabrics available in small supply. All materials are sourced from small businesses within the UK. Pieces are often made in very small numbers and production creates almost no waste at all.

Choosing thomas.york millinery for your headpiece means you are supporting a small, artisan brand working to keep traditional hat-making skills alive and create truly original headwear.