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Home · Fashion

Girl About Town: Kimberly Chandler

The fashionable philanthropist and journalist attends Central Park's posh annual hat luncheon and takes us along for the ride.
By · Updated October 27, 2020
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Haute Hat

“The final hat fitting with Satya Twena,” says Kimberly Chandler, giving us a peek into the process.

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Kimberly Chandler
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Nip Tuck

“Once the actual hat was made and shaped Satya completed the details of the custom piece with me while I wore it.”

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Kimberly Chandler
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All In The Details

An up-close and personal look at the bespoke hat.

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Placement Exam

Milliner Satya Twena perfects the hat from all angles.

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Peek-A-Boo

“I knew I wanted a hat that had more of an English flair and a dominant color and texture. I also loved the idea of having one of my eyes covered.”

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Finishing Touches

“Once the actual hat was made and shaped Satya completed the details of the custom piece with me while I wore it.”

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Front Row

Twena precisely placing the lace.

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Laced

Chandler and Twena decide on the perfect placement for her lace veil.

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Marvelous Milliner

“The lace of this amazing hat was sewn on once Satya and I were able to decide exactly how it should be placed.”

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Kimberly Chandler
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Short Cut

“The last thing I need is to be walking down the stairs to the garden and fall flat on my face,” joked Chandler.

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Work in Progress

A peek at the inner details of this Chandler’s chic hat.

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Magic Milliner

“Voila! A Satya Twena masterpiece,” Chandler says as she shows off the new creation. “It was a wonderful experience working with Twena and her talented staff.”

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Mad Hatters

The designer shows off her finished product for Chandler, as well as a style of her own she’s rocking.

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Beauty Beat

Make-up artist Elena George and hair stylist Cynthia Alvarez kick into full-on glam squad mode.

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Well Suited

“Adding Anita Ko earrings to this Stella McCartney Spring 2014 Ready to Wear two-piece suit.”

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Top It Off

“All that’s left now to complete my look for the luncheon is to add the custom-made Satya Twena hat.”

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Street Style

“The hat is secure and the park awaits. I’m off!”

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Kimberly Chandler
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Dressed To Impress

“Ladies arriving at The Central Park Conservatory Garden.”

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Chic Stroll

“Walking through the beautiful garden.”

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Lovely Ladies

“Ran into a friend who serves on the board of the UNICEF Snowflake Committee with me. Eleanora Kennedy and her daughter Ana Safir.”

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Kimberly Chandler
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Fashionable Philanthropist

“Fellow UNICEF Committee member and Central Park Conservancy Women’s Committee Board Member Gillian Miniter.”

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Kimberly Chandler
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Take Cover

“Entering the tent where we all gathered and relished the sea of hats. Around 1,200 supporters attended the social event.”

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Kimberly Chandler
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Divine Designs

“The stunning interior designer Moll Anderson. Her beautiful hat and outfit was just as lovely as she is.”

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Kimberly Chandler
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The Round Table

“The ladies and gent –– yes, there were a few –– I lunched with were a fantastic group. I think we had the most stylish table under the tent.”

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Faces in Fashion

“I couldn’t leave without a selfie! I am joined by Robert Verdi, TV personality and fashion expert, and Lizzie Tisch, our gracious table host!”

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Black Belles

“Not many African American women are aware of the hat luncheon let alone attend the annual event. It was a pleasure to meet these beautiful and astute women.” (Left to right) Carol Sutton Lewis, Jonelle Procope and Linda Haile.

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Butterfly in The Sky

“While chatting, Deborah Roberts and I spotted this unique head piece designed by the woman wearing it. She said the key to creating a hat is not to think about it. You just have to go for it-and she did! She had a matching butterfly choker that fluttered in the back.”

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Top Hat

“I have to say my hat was definitely a hit amongst the thousands of others!”

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