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.Beane was known around town for her acclaimed Manor Park shop, Bené Millinery & Bridal Supplies, where she sold glamorous custom-made hats for more than 40 years.
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