Many in the African American community in the 60’s and 70’s worked jobs that required uniforms or were unskilled labor. For women, wearing a dress or suit during the work week was not part of the equation. Church was the place where black women were able to show their style, and style they did! Vivian was a milliner. She loved hat making and the hats she made were made with love and style. She made hats for herself and anyone who asked. Each Sunday she arrived at church with a new hat and her closet was bursting at the seams. This piece celebrates the impact of stylish black women.
