Borsalino - Hat (1) - Wool

Rare Fedora Hat "Special Vanzina" – Styled by Borsalino
Product Description
Up for auction is a refined high-quality felt hat, a piece of Italian millinery history. It is a 'Special Vanzina' model, a renowned label from Pavia, made in collaboration with the world’s excellence in the field: Borsalino.
This hat combines the robustness and mid-century style with the timeless elegance of Borsalino design. The color is a very versatile smoke/anthracite gray, finished with a grosgrain ribbon in the same shade and a classic side bow.
Technical Details
Brand: Vanzina (Pavia, Italy) – "Styled by Borsalino".
Model: Fedora / Trilby with a medium brim.
Material: fur felt (fur felt) of superior softness and luster.
Size: 58 (indicated on the original inner tag).
Internal dimensions: Approximately 20 cm x 16.5 cm (as shown in the photo with a ruler).
Historic retailer: Pistacchi Ines - 1 Corso C. Battisti, Frascati (Rome). A detail that certifies its authenticity and provenance from a vintage/antique boutique.
Conditions
The hat is in excellent vintage condition.
Exterior: The felt is clean, free of worm holes or obvious stains. The shape is well maintained.
Interior: The silk lining is intact with clearly legible gold logos. The alluda (the leather sweatband) is in good condition, with secure stitching and gold-embossed marks still bright. The decorative bow at the back is present.
Why buy it?
The "Styled by Borsalino" models for Vanzina are highly sought-after collectibles due to the quality of the materials, often superior to standard production. They are a perfect accessory for both a collector and a lover of the vintage "gentleman" look who seeks an authentic Made in Italy piece.