The Lillian Frank AM MBE Millinery Award is hosted at Flemington Racecourse, which aims to showcase the finest millinery designers who push boundaries and set new standards in headwear.
This year, I designed and created the piece called Field of Daisies. It is a wide, down‑curved brim hat crafted from layered straw, shaped into a smooth, sculptural centre and finished with a seamless edge and full lining. Worn centrally and tipped gently over the eyes, it offers a modern interpretation of a classic brim silhouette.
The piece is hand‑embroidered with white‑petalled daisies and yellow centres, set against a rich purple base for a striking contrast. Blocked by hand with hidden internal structure, it showcases refined craftsmanship, strong colour choices and meticulous finishing, creating a pretty yet contemporary statement piece.
