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Fancy

Womens Black Victorian Leather Top Hat

$350 at American Hat Makers, as of Nov 6, 2026

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A Victorian top hat with mesh, a satin bow and feathers on a medallion.

Painted portrait of Walt Mercer
By Walt Mercer, felt, fit and care desk Pen name, fact-checked by our team

Victorian dress had a way of putting the finishing touch on top, and this hat follows the tradition. The Fancy is black lightweight leather, 4 in tall at the crown with a 2 in brim. It is dressed with a black satin band under a mesh overlay, a bow that closes it at the back, plus feathers set on an antique medallion. An AHM Velcro sweatband adjusts the fit, and it is assembled in the USA. It suits a Victorian costume, a steampunk ball or a gothic wedding.

Walt's tip: Feathers crush easily, so store the hat on a shelf, crown down, with nothing resting on the medallion.

What the store lists

  • Material: Lightweight Leather
  • Shape: Top Hat
  • Brim: 2 in (5.1 cm)
  • Crown height: 4 in
  • Trim: Satin Black Band with Mesh Overlay, Bow Back Closure, and Antique Medallion with Feathers
  • Sweatband: AHM Velcro
  • Vented: Vents or mesh for airflow
  • Origin: Assembled in the USA, per the store

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Specs and fit

Type
Top hat (Top Hat)
Material
Lightweight Leather
Brim
2 in (5.1 cm)
Crown
4 in
Trim
Satin Black Band with Mesh Overlay, Bow Back Closure, and Antique Medallion with Feathers
Sweatband
AHM Velcro
Features
Vented
Sizes
SM, MD, LG
Color
Black
Origin
Assembled in the USA
brim 2 incrown 4 in
Side view on a 7 in head, drawn to scale. Dashed lines mean the store doesn't list that number.

Great for

  • Victorian and steampunk costumes
  • Gothic weddings and themed balls
  • A finished look, already trimmed

Skip it if

  • You need a hat that packs flat: the store doesn't list it as packable
  • You want maximum shade: the brim is 2 in

How it compares

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SpecFancy
This hat		hAtlas
Women's		Marlow
Women's		Marlow
Women's
Price$350$350$400$199
TypeTop hatTop hatTop hatTop hat
MaterialLeatherLeatherLeatherLeather
Brim2 in2 in2 in2 in
Packs flatNot statedNot statedNot statedNot stated
UPFNot statedNot statedNot statedNot stated
VentedYesNot statedNot statedNot stated
SizesSM, MD, LGXLMD, LG, XLSM, MD, LG

Questions

How should it fit?
Level on your head, about a finger above your eyebrows, clearing the tops of your ears. Sizes in stock run SM to LG. SM fits heads 21 to 21 7/8 in (54 to 55 cm) on American Hat Makers' chart. Between sizes, size up and add an insert.
When would you wear the Fancy?
Leather top hats suit festivals, Renaissance fairs, steampunk events and costume nights more than white-tie galas. Wear it level, and take it off indoors at the table.
Does it pack flat?
The store doesn't list it as packable, so don't fold it. Folding can leave a permanent crease. Wear it when you travel, or set it crown down in the overhead bin.
How do you care for a leather hat like the Fancy?
Wipe it with a soft, barely damp cloth and let it dry away from heat, which can stiffen and crack leather. A leather conditioner keeps it supple; test it inside the crown first. Never machine-wash it.
Can you return it?
Per American Hat Makers, as stated on their site Nov 6, 2026, it offers 90-day easy returns. Policies change, so confirm on the store's page before you order.
Do you sell this hat?
No. American Hat Makers sells it. The store button opens their product page, and we earn a commission if you buy, at no cost to you.
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