Harlem's Heaven Hats

Place: Harlem

Born: 1960

Biography:

Harlem's Heaven Hats is a hat shop and studio located in Harlem, New York City. The shop was founded by milliner Evetta Petty in 1991. Petty, who was born in 1960, learned the art of millinery from her grandmother and began making hats as a hobby. She opened her first shop in Harlem in 1991, and has been creating hats for men and women ever since. Her designs have been worn by celebrities, models, and churchgoing seniors, and have been featured in numerous publications and on television. In addition to running her shop, Petty also teaches millinery classes and has been a guest speaker at various events and conferences. Harlem's Heaven Hats is known for its high-quality hats and its commitment to preserving the tradition of millinery in Harlem and beyond.