Ellie Vandenbrekel discovered her love of millinery in 2005 when she created her first hair pieces for herself and friends and the following years saw plenty of exploration of hats and fascinators and experimentation with techniques.

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​Committed to always bettering her craft, she has spent time in the Katherine Elizabeth Millinery Academy and is a member of the Hat Academy, regularly taking courses from renowned milliners such as Jane Stoddart, Sophie Allport and Louise Mcdonald, to keep up with the skills required to create exciting and fashionable pieces.​

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Besides designing brand new, custom pieces, she is also delighted to work with clients to incorporate much loved, antique and family heirlooms or dress lace and fabric, to create an item that is not only uniquely and perfectly matched to the occasion but something truly personal, to treasure for years to come.

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"I appreciate the uniqueness of every occasion and outfit and enjoy the challenge of creating something that coordinates perfectly with each colour scheme, theme and ideal; recognising the importance of individual personality and style."

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The Ellie Vandenbrekel Millinery studio is based in Chesham, Buckinghamshire and visits or consultations can be made by appointment via the contact page.