Accessories: Nena Kal Hunter Stylish Fascinators

Nena Kal Hunter [Nigeria]

Nena Kal Hunter - purple velvet Fascinator

[Image credit: Fascinator – Nena Kal Hunter]

Today was Ladies Day at Royal Ascot, one of the most anticipated days on the UK’s summer social calendar. I had planned to go this year, but for one reason or another didn’t get round to ordering my tickets on time and part of me is rather glad I didn’t! Today hasn’t been the nicest of days, one where an umbrella would get in the way of showing off your fabulousness given the way the rain has been bucketing down. I shouldn’t complain though the rain is desperately needed after an unseasonably dry spring- it has been rather strange not having it around. Although the thought of frolicking around in muddy grass in heels sounds far from appealing, somehow I don’t think that deterred the revelers. Ladies Day at Ascot is the place to see and be seen; and aside from racing, it is famous for the parade of colourful headgear on display in an attempt to outdo the next. Creations range from elegantly demure wisps of netting to the fabulously outrageous; and thanks to a certain ‘wedding’ the fascinator remains as popular as ever. Speaking of stylish headgear I’m loving the gorgeously cute and whimsical creations by milliner Nena Kal Hunter …would have been perfect for Ascot. Sumptuous fabrics like velvet and silk in gorgeous jewel-toned palettes are given a touch of playfulness and modern romance with strategically placed embellishments.

Nena Kal Hunter - Black and olive green fascinator

Nena Kal Hunter - blue velvet and pink ribbon

Nena Kal Hunter - blue velvet and silver ribbon

[Image credits: Fascinators – Nena Kal Hunter]

The ultra-feminine creations are from the hand of milliner Nena Kalu Ogba. Born and bred in Enugu, Nigeria; Nena has from a very young age always had a passion for designing and all things creative. Initially training as a footwear designer before moving into fashion design, Nena’s entry into millinery came about by accident when she designed herself a hat to wear to a friends wedding. On the back of many compliments her creation garnered Nena came away with several orders and has continued crafting her stylish hats and fascinators ever since. What I like about the designs is how simple the base is with the carefully placed fun embellishments like ribbons, bows and feathers adding the interest.