Individual Designs
Our customers love the individual nature of our hats and headpieces. Each piece is designed to make a statement and reflect your unique style. Explore our collection and find a hat that truly speaks to you or have a special piece custom made. We make hats for all occasions and reasons, for both men and women.
Welcome to Willmott-Dalton Design
Welcome to Willmott-Dalton Design, your online store for exquisite, custom-made millinery in Christchurch, New Zealand.
Discover our collection of unique hats and headpieces, each hand crafted with an individual touch.
Hire a Hat
With Willmott-Dalton Design, you've got options. Our hats can be hired for that special occasion, purchased to add to your collection, or custom-made to your exact specifications. All of our hire pieces are for sale, so if you fall in love with the piece you've hired, you can purchase it to have forever.
We also have a special collection of lovingly restored vintage pieces available for hire.
Hat Hospital & Rejuvination Clinic
Give your favourite hats a fresh start with our expert hat restoration and second-life services. Whether your cherished hat has lost its shape, colour, or charm over time, we specialise in reviving them to their former glory or giving them a whole new look.
From cleaning and reshaping to repairing and re-blocking, we ensure your hat gets the care and attention it deserves.
Hat too small? Help is at hand. A gentle session of steam and stretch, and your hat can fit your head.
Sustainability is at the heart of what we do, breathing new life into hats that might otherwise go to waste. By restoring your hats, you not only preserve their sentimental value but also support eco-conscious practices. Let us help you extend the life of your headwear – because every hat deserves a second chance.
From elegant fascinators and head pieces to show-stopping hats, we've got something for everyone. Have a browse and discover the perfect piece to complete your look.
"Absolutely thrilled with my new hat! The craftsmanship is superb, and it's just perfect for the races. Thanks, Willmott-Dalton Design!"
Sarah-Jane, Christchurch