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Tuscan Vinter Hat

Spring/Summer 1986 and Spring 1988. From the catalogue: “We originally saw this hat on the head of a winemaker taking a stroll through his rocky Chianti vineyard. But like all sturdy vinatges, it travels well, as one of the country’s leading vintners confirmed.” The catalogue goes on to quote famed Northern California winemaker Robert Mondavi who pronounces “It’s like a fine Cabernet Sauvignon: understated, long-loved, and a little tough.”

About The Author

Robyn Adams
Robyn’s fascination with Banana Republic began in 1984 when her Alaskan adventurer father began buying their clothing and giving her their catalogs. She loved the clothes, and as an artist, she was drawn to the illustrations. Robyn went on to study illustration at an art college in Banana Republic’s hometown of San Francisco, CA, and she worked for years as a background artist for animation. She is now based in Oakland, CA and works as a graphic designer and illustrator. She has been collecting and archiving at Abandoned Republic since 2011.