TFL (Pronounced tiffle) HAT Competiton

What exactly is a TFL Hat anyways? TFL Teas are an old southern leather club tradition. The “First Ladies” of leather clubs (usually the partner of the President of the club), would get together for cocktails at a clubs run while their husbands were busy doing their duties for a run. So what’s more fun for a bunch of drunk leatherman who aren’t getting any for the weekend to do than have an outrageous hat contest? Traditionally the hat is created by the clubs members or board members and the “First Lady” wears the hat. If the president is single, traditionally the duty falls to the next board member with a partner, or the club may appoint someone to represent the club.

For those individuals who are participating in the TFL Hat Contest, the following information may help you and your team in the design and construction of your entry…..

As a contestant, you are now a member of the “First Ladies Afternoon Social Circle” of Dallas and Fort Worth. It is our wish that your experience with the Fall Frolicks be fun, daring and “Over the Top”. This is a rare opportunity to publicly support your spouse, boss, board, fellow workers, social club, etc by participating in our hat contest.

Theme: “Fall Frolick is so BIG it takes two cities to put it on!” and the fact that this is our first event.

Colors: Yellow, Orange, Red, Brown, Black and White are the colors based upon our Fall Festival.

Size: We are talking Hats here!!! It can be as tall or as wide as you want to
make it, as long as you can bear its weight on your head (not shoulders or back). Balance can also be an issue.

Materials: You may want to start with an actual hat for insurance of fit. Chin straps
are OK. You may wish to use materials that promote the theme of Fall Frolick, your organization or your sponsor. You may use fiber filled animals , balloons, dolls, emblems, rhinestones, feathers, leather, flowers, etc. The only limit is the use of fireworks, open flames, water is not allowed. Also please be aware, if you toss confetti/etc, you will be responsible for clean up.

Wearing themed clothing and/or club uniforms are encouraged. Wearing face (make-up) is not necessary or required.

So…what are the judges looking for??? The WOW factor which is the best use of a combination of the following:

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