Gertrude Shilling
Gertrude Shilling was a British socialite and renowned figure at the Royal Ascot, celebrated for her extravagant and whimsical hats designed by her son, milliner David Shilling. From the late 1960s until her passing in the 1990s, she became a fixture at the prestigious racing event, captivating audiences with her gravity-defying creations, including a notable five-foot-tall giraffe-print hat. Her playful spirit and commitment to bold fashion choices left a lasting impact on the culture of Royal Ascot, as she embodied the blend of elegance and eccentricity that characterizes the event.
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British socialite Gertrude Shilling delighted Ascot crowds for decades by wearing her son’s fantastical creations.
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