Consider the Kovsh. These ornamental ladles are kovshi (singular: kovsh), a type of Russian drinking vessel in the shape of a duck. Traditionally, various vessels were intended for different beverages. Kovshi, which come in a range of sizes, were intended for drinking kvass or beer. They were also used for drinking mead, a honey based drink that varied in flavor from using different fruits and berries.
Styles of menâs hats have changed through the centuries. The plumed hats and tricorns of yesteryear have been replaced by baseball caps, cowboy hats, and fedoras. Berets and newsboy caps are some other popular types of contemporary menâs hats. The forerunner of the baseball cap appeared in the 1860s as part of a baseball teamâs uniform.
Kentucky Derby hats, wedding hats and designer hats by acclaimed milliners like Christine A. Moore, Belfry, Plaza Suite and San Diego Hat Company round out this to-die-for collection of hats for women. Hats in the Belfry offers a hat for all seasons, including both summer and winter hats for women. Sun hats made from UV-protective paper braid, Panama straw, organic raffia and linen make ideal womenâs beach hats, while wool cloche hats and knit beanies are essential for winter wear.