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🔹A fascinator [ˊfæsɪneɪtə] is a small headpiece that is generally worn on the right side of the head. It is often made from beads, ribbons and feathers and can be attached to headbands, combs, elastic or clips.
✖️👒✖️A fascinator is not a hat. A fascinator differs from a hat because a fascinator is a decoration mounted on base like a comb, headband, elastic or clip, and attached to the head.
🔹How is a fascinator worn? A fascinator can be worn in many ways, but generally is affixed to the front or side of the head. It looks best when worn just above the eyebrow. If a veil is attached, the veil may fall just below the eye. It can also be worn as a tiara or towards the back of the head if the hair is dressed in an updo or has a chignon or curled style.
🔹Where to wear a fascinator? Here are a couple of ideas. It works as a stylish alternative to the usual hat and serves as a great conversation starter!
🔸Wedding 🔸Cocktail Party 🔸Art Opening 🔸Kentucky Derby 🔸Garden or Tea Party .
🔹Etiquette of wearing a fascinator: Please remember that others cannot see through your fabulous headwear, so out of kindness for others who may want to watch the goings-on, do not wear a fascinator at the symphony, movie theater, or any occasion with stadium seating.