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Qatar was famous for its treasured Arabian horses for centuries before it became one of the world's fastest-growing economies. Qatar has made a commendable effort to establish itself as a major fashion player and racing in Qatar is testament to that effort.
Racing offers stage to experiment with iconism, fashion, creativity, and style.
"A hat can not only change your day, but it can also change your life,” says Haute milliner, Jenny Pfanenstiel.
Spring is the perfect time in the Middle East to get inventive, hunt out a show stopping hat and don your racing finest. This issue, we feature stunning designs by three leading designers.
Jenny Pfanenstiel, Louisville
Jenny is a world-renown Milliner awarded and recognised for her skill of creating and sculpting hats by hand using the highest quality and rare materials from across the globe.
She has crafted hats for some of the world's most well-known dignitaries and celebrities including Former First Lady Michelle Obama, Oprah Winfrey, Madonna, Neil Diamond, and Barbara Corcoran from the TV show "Shark Tank", to name a few.
Jenny is truly passionate about her craft and empowering those who wear her hats to feel confident and beautiful and looks forward to working with you to create that one of a kind piece.
Vivien Sheriff, Downton
Award winning Vivien Sheriff has become synonymous with stylish and elegant hats and headpieces for the racing and wedding market.
Worn by everyone from Paris Hilton to the Duchess of Cambridge, Vivien Sheriff sits resolutely at the forefront of contemporary British millinery. 
Spearheading a renaissance in bespoke and striking designs, this luxury millinery has amassed a suitably impressive roster of clients, the British Royal Family and film and music celebrities.
Over all else, the Vivien Sheriff brand evokes luxurious craftsmanship and expertise.
The pieces can be shipped world-wide and are stocked in some of the finest luxury stores worldwide including Harrods, Harvey Nichols, Galeries Lafayette and Bergdorf Goodman.
https://viviensheriff.co.uk/pages/about-the-vivien-sheriff-brand
Rebecca Share, France
Milliner to the stars Rebecca Share is a bespoke Millinery designer and Founder of Hat Atelier online Millinery courses.
Renowned for her craftsmanship, Rebecca has won the prestigious MYER Fashions on the Field Millinery Award 2018 and 2011.
Her love of racing fashion and sound knowledge of current trends has seen Rebecca judge Fashions on the Field at many racing events throughout the world.
Rebecca has established a continued presence amongst celebrities and her Millinery has adorned the likes of Nicole Trunfio, Michelle Payne, Kate Waterhouse and Lindy Klim.
Sharing her passion for Millinery, Rebecca is a highly sought after Millinery teacher and has taught at the International Millinery Forum, Hats off Millinery Convention, Melbourne Fashion Institute and Gordon Institute of Tafe.