MARN and the Edessa School of Fashion’s Milwaukee Fashion Network are excited to host a designers’ panel with John and Kate Mclaughlin and Hayes Millinary on March 21st, 2024 from 6-8PM at the MARN ART + CULTURE HUB. Doors open at 5pm.

Moderated by Lynne R. Dixon-Speller, Academic Dean of Edessa School of Fashion, please join in a discussion with three skilled Master Hatters!

John and Kate Mclaughlin and Hayes Millinary are located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, home to 3 of about 15 Masters Hatters left in the United States.  Using 100 year old equipment from the countries oldest hat shop located in Detriot, our work is shipped world wide and has been seen on screens, stages, celebrities, musicians and best dressed people alike!

The Milwaukee Fashion Network is a professional meet and greet to foster connections among fashion industry players in Southeastern Wisconsin and Northern Illinois.

The Milwaukee Fashion Network meets every third Thursday of the month.  Join us on 3/21, 4/18, 5/16, 6/20, 7/18, 8/15, 9/19, 10/17, 11/21, and 12/19!

Edessa School of Fashion engages talented students to become successful professionals in the global fashion industry.

Edessa prepares its students for successful careers in the design industry and serves as a leader in the growing Midwest market through innovation, business partnerships, and community support.

Learn more about Edessa Fashion

Join the Milwaukee Fashion Network Group on Facebook and follow on Instagram @edessafashion