Meet the Makers: The Montappone Collection

As fall and winter arrive, there’s nothing like the perfect hat to elevate your style while keeping you warm. The Montappone Collection by Belfry Italia celebrates not just beautiful design, but also the artistry of Italian craftsmanship. Nestled in Montappone, Italy, a village renowned worldwide as a hub of millinery tradition, four makers—Carina, Complit, Ferruccio Vecchi, and Hats & Dreams—carry forward generations of expertise.

Each of these brands brings a unique story, aesthetic, and philosophy to the Belfry Italia Montappone Collection. Together, they represent the very best of Italian headwear, uniting heritage with contemporary design.

Carina: Tradition Meets Inclusive Style

Founded in Montappone, Carina S.R.L.S. is a certified Italian company rooted in the artisan heritage of its region. Proudly 100% Made in Italy, Carina has built a reputation for blending timeless hatmaking tradition with modern inclusivity. Their philosophy is all about “style without borders”—absorbing global influences, incorporating cross-cultural details, and producing designs that are both wearable and elegant.

Carina’s hats balance clean, understated lines with warmth and functionality. Their beloved wool cloche, available in rich autumn shades, captures their philosophy perfectly: practical, stylish, and timelessly chic. Whether supplying high fashion brands or designing hats for the Italian Defense Administration, Carina represents Montappone’s ability to adapt heritage techniques for the modern world.

Complit: Distinctive Hats Since 1989

Founded in 1989 and still family-run, Complit embodies three generations of hatmaking passion. Based in Montappone, the Antinori family carries on traditions that began with straw weaving and have evolved into a globally respected artisan brand.

Complit’s designs are bold, expressive, and always distinctive. Known for handcrafted processes and materials ranging from wool felt to raffia, the company produces everything from formal fascinators to everyday berets, cloches, and medium-brim styles. Their hats are not just accessories—they are designed to complement facial lines and enhance personal style.

With an output of nearly 300,000 hats per year exported worldwide, Complit has grown far beyond Montappone while remaining deeply rooted in its artisanal identity. Their signature embellished berets and wide-brimmed fedoras showcase their creative edge, making them a perfect choice for those seeking both warmth and boldness this season.

Ferruccio Vecchi: Four Generations of Creativity

The Ferruccio Vecchi brand has been synonymous with Italian hatmaking since 1983, though the family’s roots in millinery stretch back four generations. Emerging from Montappone’s straw-hat tradition, the Vecchi workshop has become a house of innovation—where classic styles meet forward-thinking design.

Ferruccio Vecchi’s philosophy is all about balance: heritage craftsmanship fused with experimentation. Their collections feature fedoras, cloches, and felt hats finished with hand-painting, cold dye treatments, or detachable embellishments that can double as jewelry. This commitment to artistry has made their hats both timeless and modern.

By continually pushing boundaries while honoring tradition, Ferruccio Vecchi embodies the essence of Montappone: a respect for the past with an eye on the future. Their classic wool felt fedora remains a seasonal must-have, offering structure, elegance, and warmth for winter.

Hats & Dreams: Imagination in Millinery

The brand Hats & Dreams is the creative extension of Cappellificio Vecchi, a family business in Montappone with roots dating back to the early 1900s. Today, under the leadership of Maurilio Vecchi and Fiorangela Dichiari, the company continues to celebrate its four-generation heritage, producing hats that are at once romantic, artistic, and impeccably crafted.

For Hats & Dreams, a hat is more than just an accessory—it’s a symbol of identity and imagination. Their designs embrace soft, rolling shapes and detail-rich finishes, from felt cloches to raffia and straw pieces, making each creation unique. Entirely Made in Italy, their hats are loved both domestically and abroad, with a particularly strong following in Japan.

The brand’s signature classic wool cloche captures their essence: cozy yet refined, vintage yet current, and endlessly versatile for pairing with a winter coat.

Why the Montappone Collection Matters

When you wear a hat from the Montappone Collection, you’re not just accessorizing—you’re connecting with centuries of Italian craftsmanship, local artistry, and family traditions.

Quality Materials: From wool and felt to raffia and straw, only premium materials are used.
Unique Design Voices: Each maker offers a distinct style—from Carina’s understated elegance to Complit’s bold flourishes, Vecchi’s innovative artistry, and Hats & Dreams’ romantic vision.
Heritage Meets Modernity: These brands continue Montappone’s legacy while pushing design into the future.

Final Thoughts

The Montappone Collection celebrates more than just seasonal fashion—it celebrates the artisans who make Italy a leader in global millinery. By partnering with Carina, Complit, Ferruccio Vecchi, and Hats & Dreams, Belfry Italia offers women the chance to wear hats that are not only stylish and functional but also deeply meaningful.

This fall and winter, step out in a piece of Italian history—crafted by hand, designed with vision, and made to be cherished.