Aage Thaarup(Born 1906) Born in Denmark. Worked in the millinery department of Copenhagen's leading fashion store, before travelling to Berlin, Paris and India. In 1932 he moved to London, starting his own millinery workshop and selling to high society as well as London designers, including the young Stiebel. During the Second World War worked on (coupon-free) hat collections. Post-war business blossomed, and he became one of the foremost names in British millinery. Author of Heads and Tails (London: Cassell 1956). |
 | How to Make a Hat by Thaarup, A with illustrations by Dora Shackell showing the techniques involved in hat making. An elegantly designed book with chapters on choosing a hat, basic equipment, straw, felt and fabric hats including turbans, toques, cloches, berets and fezzes with advice on hat care and a list of equipment stockists (1957). |