GREENVILLE — You could say that Greenville High School student Robert Vincent deserves a tip of the cap for his latest product. But then again, Vincent may actually make the cap. The junior is a student in the Capital Region BOCES Global Fashion program and is working with the owner of a Hudson boutique, Millinery Treasures, to learn the craft of hat making.
“It’s fun to learn new skills and get actual experience working with an expert,” said Vincent, who spends Saturdays at the Warren Street shop with owner Tracy Young.
Vincent said he was challenged by Young to make a 1940s, post-war hat and first got his inspiration from researching the era and making a mood board. He is in the process of designing the gender-neutral hat and will then start making the physical product.
Once complete, Vincent said he will have two hats – one for him to keep and one that will be sold in the Millinery Treasures.
Young said the student has a bright future. “It was quickly apparent that the BOCES program is providing (Bobby) with a solid foundation for a future career in fashion. It’s wonderful to work with the next generation of movers and shakers in the fashion industry,” she said.
Teacher Chloe Perazzelli said the work is an excellent opportunity for Vincent.
As to his future, the Greenville teen said he plans to attend college for fashion and then business and hopes to one day work in the industry.
“I like the hands-on work and creativity of it all,” he said.
