A bergere is a type of hat that was very popular during the 18th century, mostly mid-century. Typically it is a straw hat with a very shallow crown and wide brim, most often decorated with ribbons and flowers. The word bergere means shepherdess in french, and the fashion for dressing up as a shepherdess or inspired by was also very popular during the 18th century.
Here you have a couple famous examples of bergere hats...
This past weekend we had our most recent event out at Fort Rodd Hill.
Fab Forts is always a very casual, fun event where anything goes. Some of us dust off that impression that rarely sees the light of day, others create a whole new one, and most just wear their favorite tried and true.
This year turned out to be a fairly busy day, with Rome being one of the most popular attractions.
