It seems like we have the Italians to thank for the creation of SHOW PONY Millinery – for it would appear Italy is the birthplace of the term ‘Milliner’.

Rumour has it the word ‘milliner’ originated from a word used in 16th Century Italy, around 1530. 

That word, ‘milener’, was used to describe an inhabitant of Milan, or someone who was a dealer of goods from the city which was well-known for its fashionable goods such as lace & bonnets.

Nowadays, most dictionaries will tell you that ‘Milliner’ is used to describe “a person who designs, makes, trims, or sells women’s hats“.

Bingo! That’s us.

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PS If you’d like to know more about us, we’ve penned a quick story.