Summer Studio Break

Thank you for visiting my website to explore my millinery work! I wanted to let you know I will be away from Monday 8 December and returning to the studio in early February. 

Why this time of year, you ask? I have a wonderful opportunity to travel for some work with The Hat Magazine visiting trade shows and brands alongside visiting some fabulous suppliers to source new and exciting materials.

In the meantime, please pardon my absence. You’re most welcome to place an order to secure your piece—I’ll be posting everything once I’m back on Thursday 5 February. Thank you so much for your understanding, and if you have any questions, just send me a message or email.

Best wishes,
Lauren

Summer Hats

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Hats and headpieces made in Melbourne

Welcome! I work from my studio based in the Manchester Unity Building. Each piece I design is also hand made here.

Come into the studio to try a piece on or explore the range here online. If you have any questions please do not hestitate to send me through a message.

I look forward to making your next amazing piece of millinery!

Lauren

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Lauren J Ritchie

Tesselation in Flight Black Tulle Pitch Shape with Gold Bird Shape

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One-of-a-kind hats, fascinators and headpieces made in Melbourne

Discover the perfect headpiece or fascinator for your next event! Whether you can visit the studio in Melbourne, Australia, or prefer an online consultation, Lauren is here to help. She can provide expert style advice and discuss custom colours and designs tailored to your needs. Book your appointment with Lauren today and bring your dream hat or headpiece to life!

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Statement Pieces

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Lauren J Ritchie

Gift Card the perfect millinery present

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Lauren J Ritchie Millinery

Melbourne milliner Lauren Ritchie is a leading figure in the millinery industry, renowned for crafting hats, fascinators, bridal headpieces, and men’s hats that showcase exceptional workmanship and elegant, flowing design lines. From her studio in the iconic Manchester Unity Building in the heart of Melbourne, Lauren creates bespoke pieces for race days, weddings, special occasions, and everyday wear.

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  • Fancy a Gallop? Melbourne Cup Carnival Campaign

    Fancy a Gallop? Melbourne Cup Carnival Campaign

    It was a memorable moment to spot Lauren J Ritchie millinery on a Flemington Racecourse billboard!  The campaign featured Lauren J. Ritchie, Alex Boater in Green, Pink, and Ivory, and...

    Fancy a Gallop? Melbourne Cup Carnival Campaign

    It was a memorable moment to spot Lauren J Ritchie millinery on a Flemington Racecourse billboard!  The campaign featured Lauren J. Ritchie, Alex Boater in Green, Pink, and Ivory, and...

  • Jelena Dokic for Stakes Day at Flemington

    Jelena Dokic for Stakes Day at Flemington

    Jelena Dokic wore Lauren J Ritchie Millinery for Stakes Day at Flemington Racecourse, styled by Kate Hastilow for Channel 9 Style.

    Jelena Dokic for Stakes Day at Flemington

    Jelena Dokic wore Lauren J Ritchie Millinery for Stakes Day at Flemington Racecourse, styled by Kate Hastilow for Channel 9 Style.

  • Michelle Payne for Stakes Day 2025

    Michelle Payne for Stakes Day 2025

    Michelle Payne wore Lauren J Ritchie Millinery for Stakes Day 2025, held at Flemington Racecourse as part of the Victoria Racing Club’s spring carnival.

    Michelle Payne for Stakes Day 2025

    Michelle Payne wore Lauren J Ritchie Millinery for Stakes Day 2025, held at Flemington Racecourse as part of the Victoria Racing Club’s spring carnival.

  • Amber Johnston at Stakes Day

    Amber Johnston at Stakes Day

    Amber Johnston wore Lauren J Ritchie Millinery on Stakes Day at Flemington Racecourse, part of the Victoria Racing Club carnival, styled for Channel 9 Style by Rose Louise Meredith. The...

    Amber Johnston at Stakes Day

    Amber Johnston wore Lauren J Ritchie Millinery on Stakes Day at Flemington Racecourse, part of the Victoria Racing Club carnival, styled for Channel 9 Style by Rose Louise Meredith. The...

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