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If you're serious about the dress – and you will be! – it's a good idea to ensure your accessories match not just in colour, but in style. That's where a milliner comes into the fray; you could have a unique, bespoke hat which complements your outfit perfectly – and you certainly wouldn't have to worry about any of your guests turning up in the same hat!
In a similar way to working with a dress designer, a milliner will ensure you get not only what you want, but what you need. The hat that looks great on a model might not suit your face or head shape, and a milliner will both be able to advise and come up with alternative solutions. You can encourage your dress designer and milliner to work together – after all, it's your day and your happiness is paramount.

Mother of the Bride might also benefit from a milliner's touch. A simple thing like adding the mother's hat to your budget might even help the day run smoothly, as she'll feel really special and stand out from the crowd. Mother of the bride traditionally wears some sort of headgear to stand out from the crowd, so why not make it something really special?

Here's a bit of history for you too – the name 'milliner' actually comes from the word 'Milaner'. This is because Milan, historically noted as a fashion capital, was well known for producing various accoutrements; the people that sold these wares were called 'Milaners' in the 16th century. Over the years, that has become 'milliners'.