The nation’s capital is remembering Vanilla Beane – D.C.’s famous ‘hat lady’ – who passed away at 103 years old.
The centenarian moved to D.C. in 1942 and was well known across the District for her love of hats and fashion. Her store, Bené Millinery & Bridal Supplies, opened in 1979 and was a staple of her northwest D.C. neighborhood.
Beane’s creations were frequently displayed at exhibits in D.C. and were showcased at the National Museum of African American History and Culture.
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Original Story from 2019: https://www.fox5dc.com/news/vanilla-beane-dcs-famed-hat-lady-turns-100-this-month
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