From the Victoria and Albert Museum: "See the Surrealist Glove Hat created by British artist Eileen Agar — a striking work that blurs the boundaries between art, fashion and wearable sculpture. Inspired by legendary fashion designer Elsa Schiaparelli, Agar transformed an ordinary straw hat using leather gloves and an ammonite fossil brooch, creating one of the most unusual objects associated with British Surrealist fashion."

More From the Victoria and Albert Museum:

"This video explores the fascinating story behind the Glove Hat alongside works connected to the Surrealist movement, including pieces by Salvador Dalí, Man Ray, Lee Miller and Schiaparelli herself. Learn how Agar used found objects, humour and unexpected contrasts to challenge conventional ideas of fashion and art.

The film also explores Agar's wider Surrealist practice, from beachcombed assemblages to her famous "Ceremonial Hat for Eating Bouillabaisse"."

Click Here to learn more about Eileen Agar and Surrealism from the Victorian and Albert Museum.

See the Schiaparelli: Fashion Becomes Art exhibition at Victoria & Albert South Kensington from March 28, 2026 –November 8, 2026. This exhibition has been created in collaboration with Schiaparelli.

Click Here to learn more about the Schiaparelli exhibit at the Victorian and Albert Museum.

Watch the video below and see Eileen Agar's Surrealist Glove Hat.