The hats and equestrian-themed outfits in John Galliano's summer 2013 collection for Dior are said to have been similarly influenced. High-street and internet retailers haven't been slow to react.

One of L.A.'s great eccentric clothiers, Clockwork Couture is where serious steampunks source their parasols, gloves, frilly hats, goggles, gowns, long coats, leather ...

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The Pussyhat Project, started in November, has gathered knitters across the U.S. to craft cat-eared hats for protesters attending the Women's March on Washington and sister marches in other cities ...