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Handmade in Nashville, Tennessee.

100% custom, handmade with high-quality Beaver, Coypu and Rabbit felts.

At Sanders Hat Co., we specialize in one-of-a-kind, personally customized hats. We invite you to be the designer; choosing finishes, colors, ribbons, leather accents, and even incorporating sentimental items for a hat that's truly your own. Unlike mass-produced hats that can quickly lose their luster, we prioritize longevity. Our hats are crafted from premium materials such as rabbit, coypu, and beaver fur, ensuring they stand the test of time. We are committed to eco-friendly and sustainable practices whenever possible because we believe that style and ethics go hand in hand.

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About Us

Founded by native Nashvillian Nicole Sanders, a passionate designer and creator, the Sanders Hat Company journey began with a deep love for the art of millinery. As a hat enthusiast and collector, Nicole began asking the questions that ultimately fueled the leap into designing and crafting bespoke luxury hats. She's taken an array of different classes and has studied under several different mentors and hat makers - taking her to places in Tennessee, Utah, and even three months in Florence, Italy!

Preserving Tradition and Craftsmanship

A significant part of our work is dedicated to crafting custom, made-to-order hats. After sanding, dying, and distressing, we cut and shape the crown and brim of your hat by hand from start to finish. This approach keeps us connected to our craft, and the rich tradition of hat-making that came before us.

Our Nashville atelier serves as the creative hub where your hat dreams come to life. There's an undeniable energy, beauty, and craftsmanship in what we do - a devotion to the art of working by hand. Nicole remains committed to preserving the traditions of the past, using wooden blocks, hand tools to create and shape each hat. Every detail receives the personal attention that she'd use when creating a hat of her own.

Consultation and Design

Ordering your custom hat from Sanders Hat Co. is straightforward. Our team offers in person or zoom consultations and design assistance, making the customization process a breeze. Fill out our form to Get in Touch, and we'll take it from there!

 

Meet The Hatter

I am a one-woman hatter in Nashville and I take great pride in making high-quality bespoke hats. I truly believe that hat making is a fine art, so I like to follow traditional fundamentals - but with a personal touch.

I was working in TV and film when I found out there was a specific job as a milliner/hatter and I was so curious! I began researching and buying all the hat making equipment I could get my hands on.  Finding people who were willing to teach me or talk to me about the craft was a challenge. So I did all the learning that I could do on my own, then took as many classes as I could find in order to train with hat makers.

I love feeling the energy in the room when someone puts on their custom hat for the first time. Having the opportunity to be creative and take the time to make a different hat every time is what makes me the most happy.

 
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Get in Touch

Want us to make you a hat? Want to just drop Coco a line?