Royal Portraits in Hats – Exhibition & Pop-up Showroom
Thu 21 May
|Romanian Cultural Institute
Explore the reimagining of royal portraiture through contemporary hat design!
Time & Location
21 May 2026, 19:00 – 21:00
Romanian Cultural Institute, 1 Belgrave Square, London SW1X 8PH, UK
About the event
The Romanian Cultural Institute in London presents Royal Portraits in Hats, an exquisite millinery exhibition presented as a pop-up show by NITA SAO (Ana Istodorescu), unfolding across the entrance hall and the Constantin Brâncuși Gallery. A selection of hats will be available for visitors to try on, offering a playful yet intimate encounter with the works.
The exhibition opens with a Private View on 21 May 2026 at 7:00 pm. The entrance is free; RSVP to secure your place.
The exhibition runs until 29 May 2026, 4 pm at the Romanian Cultural Institute in London and can be visited Mon-Fri 10 am - 4 pm.
The exhibition
Conceived as a contemporary reflection on European royal heritage, Royal Portraits in Hats explores the enduring influence of monarchy on visual culture, style and identity, from the 15th century to the present day. Timed ahead of the British social season — including events such…