Monday, June 13, 2016

Summer is here!

Yes, it hit over 100 degrees this last week so guess it's officially summer. Not being someone who loves to bathe in the sun, it definately means it's time to finish all those partially started projects.

Last minute panic calls for next week's wedding must be the norm for some. Reminding everyone 60-90 days out is preferred so that there is plenty of "creative time" and time to order special embellishments if necessary.

Derby season was filled with lovely hats, happy customers, and new friendships.  Thanks to all who contacted me about either making them a special hat or adding a few quick touches to an already fabricated one that I have here at the shop.

This is the first year in a couple of years that I didn't go to the Kentucky Derby. It was a good thing however, as I was able to be available to take care of my customers requests. We participated in the Omaha International Equestrian event by providing models wearing my hats during the Kentucky Derby Party.  They did a wonderful job and were also great marketers (a real plus).

Will share a couple of images of some of my hats at the Derby. It's very rewarding to see those happy faces and to hear about their experiences in Louisville. We were not represented in the Longines Fashion Contest at the Kentucky Oaks this year except by one of my customers, and I did miss being there in person. Maybe next yeat at least my selected hat will be there.

A Nebraska young woman will be the featured majorette starting next year for the University of Louisville. She was invited to be with the band when they played "My Old Kentucky Home." I am so proud of her. She too was sporting a Margie Trembley Chapeaux when she wasn't performing with the band. Katie Cole, the Iowa young woman who is the Miss Nationwide pageant winner just informed me that she too won another national pageant and she wore my hat I made for her for her Miss Nationwide pageant at that winning pageant too. That's special!

Think I could write a book about Derby hat experiences. It was fun seeing my hatboxes walk out the door with their new chapeau tucked neatly inside.

Springfield Days 2016 just happened last weekend.  That always brings in new people who have never been to our studio and shop. Always  a fun time.

Don't forget. We do Weddings! Bridesmaids, Mothers of the Bride, Mother of the Groom, and of course the bride herself. If you have a wedding coming up later this summer or next summer, feel free to make an appointment with us. We are eager to assist you.
Margie
Ps The photoshoot was completed in March. Still awaiting the lookbook from the printer. Anxious!!! Here are a few photos that were taken at that photoshoot. Credits are given to the fabulous team that I worked with on this project.

                                                      Photo Credits for first five photos:
 Hat Designer Margie Trembley Chapeaux
Model: HaleyM Develop Model Management
Photographer: Heather and Jameson
Dress Designer: Leah Kareen Studios
Hair and Makeup: Kali Rahder
Stylist: Margaret Jow
                                                                                          

Hat Designer: Margie Trembley Chapeaux
Model: HaleyM Develop Model Management
Photographer: Heather and Jameson
Dress Designer: Leah Kareen Studios
Hair & Makeup: Kali Rahder
Stylist: Margaret Jow


                                                                           Hat Designer: Margie Trembley Chapeaux

Model: HaleyM Develop Model Management
Photographer: Heather and Jameson
Dress Designer: Leah Kareen Studios
Hair & Makeup: Kali Rahder
Stylist: Margaret Jow



                                                                            Hat Designer: Margie Trembley Chapeaux

Model: HaleyM Develop Model Management
Photographer: Heather and Jameson
Dress Designer: Leah Kareen Studios
Hair & Makeup: Kali Rahder
Stylist: Margaret Jow
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Hat Designer: Margie Trembley Chapeaux

Model: HaleyM Develop Model Management
Photographer: Heather and Jameson
Dress Designer: Leah Kareen Studios
Hair & Makeup: Kali Rahder
Stylist: Margaret Jow

                                            Hat Designer: Margie Trembley Chapeaux

Model: HaleyM Develop Model Management
Photographer: Heather and Jameson
Dress Designer: Leah Kareen Studios
Hair & Makeup: Kali Rahder
Stylist: Margaret Jow




Two lovely couples at this years Derby and the ladies wore a MargieTrembleyChapeaux. Great seats!