Today, the District mourns a local fashion icon. Vanilla Beane, the milliner who was affectionately known as DC’s Hat Lady, has passed away at the age of 103. Over the years, Beane’s hats have been ...

WASHINGTON — Editor's note: The above video is from 2019. A D.C. icon has passed away. Affectionately known as D.C.'s Hat Lady, Vanilla Beane has died. There is no information about when she died or ...

WASHINGTON — To celebrate, D.C. Mayor, Muriel Bowser is hosting a private tea with 10 of Beane's closest friends. She will also recognize Sept. 13 as 'Vanilla Beane Day' in the District. Bean owns ...

Vanilla Beane, who was nicknamed “the hat lady,” in D.C. has died at 103. Beane became known as a fashion icon and created unique hats for women. Vanilla Beane opened Bené Millinery & Bridal Supplies ...