Custom Hat-Making Experience at The Hat Bar: B.M. Franklin & Co. Atlanta

What you'll do:

Get ready to turn up the style at The Hat Bar by B.M. Franklin & Co. — where fashion meets fun! Sip cocktails, dance to good music, and design your very own custom hat alongside expert artisans. Choose from feathers, bands, pins, and bold trims to craft a statement piece that’s all you. With a lively atmosphere, great vibes, and a creative twist, it’s the perfect pre-party or daytime celebration. Grab your crew, pour a drink, and create something unforgettable together.

Why we love it for your party:

• Custom hat design (create a one-of-a-kind keepsake with feathers, trims, and embellishments)

• Private, exclusive experience (the entire shop is yours for two hours with a 5-person minimum)

• Cocktails & celebration vibes (refreshments provided, and you can bring your own alcohol with prior approval)

• Perfect for bachelorettes & birthdays (fun, stylish, and totally Instagram-worthy)

• Prime location (set in Buckhead Village — surrounded by top restaurants and bars for after-party fun)

• Travel-ready option (they’ll bring The Hat Bar to you with a 10-person minimum, starting at $200/person)

About this experience partner:

Brandon Franklin began his hat-making journey in 2009 after working for Ralph Lauren, when he discovered one of New York City’s oldest hat shops, established in 1922. There, he spent over five years mastering traditional techniques and working with vintage tools that continue to shape his craft today. In 2014, he founded B.M. Franklin & Co., originally based in NYC, where classically trained artisans use the finest fur-felts and hand-woven straws sourced from around the world. Guided by Brandon’s passion for detail and fellowship, the brand blends time-honored craftsmanship with creative expression, offering personalized consultations and immersive hat-making experiences. With over a decade of expertise, B.M. Franklin & Co. stands by its commitment to creating heirloom-quality pieces designed to last a lifetime — and beyond.

Additional Information:

• Starting price: $180 per person/hat (up to $600 depending on materials)

• 5-person minimum (includes exclusive 2-hour shop reservation)

• Travel experience: $200 per person/hat with a 10-person minimum

• Outside alcohol permitted with pre-approval