This was bought new from a bridal shop by my mother to put into her collection of hats and head-dresses that she would maybe use for theatrical productions. It was carefully stored and handed to  me some years ago along with other similar items that have never been worn. 

Vintage is the hottest look for bridesmaids/brides  at the moment since Princess Beatrice married in vintage . So why not follow the royal trend and feel like a princess