Jeanette

Yes, the name is a conscious pun on "net," since I used two kinds of netting in this hat-- the coarse netting was supposed to mute the white and silver brocade, kind of like fishnet stockings, and the fine netting was just a nice way to add some softness. I stayed with the French "J" names in keeping with the black and white ribbon hats, just to keep in the black-and-white theme.

Jeanette:


Saucy and sassy as a French can-can dancer, the Jeanette features snowy silver-white brocade peeking out from behind flirty black netting, as a showy faux diamond draws every eye. Lacy black filigree is accented with tiny rhinestones, which trail upwards along the curling ostrich plumes that would be at home in any showgirl's headdress. As if this hat weren't gorgeous enough from the front, a quick turn to the backside displays frilly black and white tulle rosettes, centered with a trio of tiny pearls and black rhinestones! From any direction, this daringly darling hat will be the center of attention.

Jocelyn

After I made the Jacqueline I wanted to do another black and white ribbon hat, and originally I'd planned to have it basically be the same only inverting the colors of the feathers and changing the jewel color. But then I messed around a bit with the orientation of the bow, and then it just looked better on its side instead of head-on, and from there I just fiddled with the various components until it looked stylish. I think I may even like this one better than the original!

Jocelyn:

Elegant in asymmetrical black and white, the Jocelyn is fashion-forward while remaining classic in style. While sister Jacqueline is upright and traditional, Jocelyn adds a twist by turning a ribbon bow on its side and accenting it with curling white goose feathers, while a black ostrich plume is set at a provocative angle.  A gleaming emerald-green colored acrylic jewel set in brass filigree and complemented by tiny glass pearls provides a focal point for this striking addition to your black-and-white-ball wardrobe!