She says making a hat feels like crowning someone. Yet she herself has never once worn one of her own creations, claiming she lacks the nerve her clients possess. Feathers dancing in midair, loops rising against gravity. These sculptures born from the hands of a craftsman exist not as fashion but as wearable art. Would you have the courage to wear her crown?
FAQ
Who is Sasa Ann van Byck?
An Austrian-born milliner who trained in Vienna at thirteen and joined Philip Treacy's studio at eighteen. She's opening her first studio on Paris's Boulevard Voltaire and is known for sculptural hair bows crafted from unconventional materials like spandex, latex, and ostrich feathers.
What does milliner mean?
A milliner is a craftsperson who designs and creates hats. Traditionally referring to those specializing in women's headwear, the term denotes professionals in the fashion industry responsible for headpieces and decorative hat-making.
What materials are Sasa Ann van Byck's ribbons made from?
They're made from unconventional materials like glossy spandex, latex, and ostrich feathers. These materials form dynamic loops that create sculptural effects as if whipping through the air, evoking an illusion of defying gravity.
