Albertus Swanepoel

““I like, sometimes, to start by using techniques or concepts that might not work and find a solution, “or mixing high and low, whether it’s handwork with machine, or expensive materials mixed with cheap.””

“It’s a niche business, “a dying craft that one must make to be desirable and personable.””

“To be able to expand my brand internationally has always been a dream of mine.”

“Doing everything by hand is a certainly a message I like to convey, it also makes my hats more personable and special”

“I honor the great craft of millinery and make it relevant for today. My hats are personal, not precious; reminiscent, not retro.”

“A hat is a dot on an i”