Aretha Franklin

Aretha Franklin

Aretha Franklin's massive bow hat has become something of a style must-have.

The statement hat, which the singer wore to Tuesday's Inauguration ceremony has experienced a demand like never before, with the fashion pack all clamouring to own one.

Despite First Lady Michelle Obama being the style focus by many of the press this week, It's Aretha and her custom made cloche hat, customized with a Swarovski crystal-encrusted bow, which has made headlines.

Made by milliner Luke Song, the hat was specially hand-moulded for the singer, who has been a longstanding customer at his store for 20 years.

Song told The Associated Press: "We always make hats for her for high-profile events, so for us, the inauguration really was no big deal."

As Aretha's creation was especially made, Song has been offering alternative versions, which can be snapped up for around £129.


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