Linda Pagan sitting with head back, smiling. Wearing custom cocktail hat in black with black and white flowers and black net.

Hullo!

Welcome to the The Hat Shop, where you can buy the perfect chapeau or have one made to order. We offer an in house line as well as work from several milliners.

Linda Pagan sitting on chair in middle of city street. Linda is wearing wide brim panama hat.

Linda Pagan, Hat Shop Founder


The very first hat I ever wore was my school uniform hat back in England. Little did I know that this simple accessory would ignite a love affair that would ultimately evolve into a lifelong career and passion.

Over the years, I’ve navigated various roles in my professional life — I've worked in finance, been a bartender, and participated in countless classes, internships, and career assessments in search of my true calling. However, after all that exploration, it turned out that what I had been searching for was right there, atop my head.

I think the scariest day of my life was when I gathered the courage to open the door to my very own shop. I was fortunate to have an incredible support system along the way, with a whole network of friends who stood by me and provided unwavering encouragement. Now, nearly 30 years later, I continue to feel that same warmth and support from the wonderful neighborhood I proudly call home and the clients I cherish as friends. But, as they say, this journey is not all about me…

Picture of the front window of The Hat shop in Soho New York. There are many different hats showcased in this photo.

The Hat Shop NYC


The Hat Shop is a team of dedicated staff that consistently provides personalized attention to each customer. We offer a carefully curated collection that not only features our own exclusive label, but also highlights the exceptional work of talented local milliners.

Additionally, our team possesses the extensive knowledge and refined skill to address the diverse concerns of both the first-time hat buyer and the self-confessed "hat addict." Essentially, we offer a broad selection of “off the rack” hats, combined with the customized service typical of a millinery shop.

Our stylish hats can be ordered in a wide variety of colors and trims and are meticulously crafted to fit each customer's unique size. We take numerous factors into account while matching you with the perfect hat, such as your facial shape, personal lifestyle, and the specific occasion for which you are purchasing.

Furthermore, our Click and Buy Collection is a streamlined version of our custom offerings — it’s an easy and efficient way to acquire a beautiful hat from The Hat Shop.

Rest assured, you are in expert hands when you decide to buy a chapeau from The Hat Shop!