Standout with ‘Fascinator’ this Easter

A fascinator is a headpiece that is usually worn in the place of a hat. As a headgear, the fascinator is usually described as a lightweight, knitted hair decoration that is often made from feathers and accompanied with a clip, comb or even a headband.

The fascinator is usually worn with a formal attire and is a regular feature of a wedding ceremony. However, a fascinator can be worn on occasions where hats are customary. The fascinator is no mere hat, it is an ornate headpiece that is quite popular among royals. Modern day fascinator was started off by Kate Middleton, now the Duchess of Cambridge. It has since remained a bang-on trend for weddings and other occasions.

There are fascinators to suit every woman, whether you’re looking to make a statement or add a touch of glamour to your outfit. So, if you think they won’t suit you, you probably just haven’t tried the right styleyet. Like every other fashion piece, fascinatorshave its own set of rules. Although not set in stone, the following rules can be adhered to when wearing a fascinator:

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Top Tips for Wearing Fascinators

• You can match yourfascinator colour to your outfit, or choose one in different shades to pick out the varying tones of your dress.
• Fascinators are usually worn to one side – if you have a parting, then wear your fascinator there.
• Getting it in place: With very short hair, wearing a fascinator attached to a hair band is the easiest option.

When fitting fascinators with a comb attached, decide where you want the headpiece positioned. If you have thick hair, slide the comb backwards through your hair about an inch (the opposite way your hair falls), holding the fascinator at a slightangle to feel the teeth against your scalp. Then tip the comb, rest the fascinator on your head and pushdown in the direction your hair falls. Thefascinator should then grip.

For finer hair (or extra security) take a small section of hair, comb in the opposite direction to the way your hair falls and grip with a hair pin. You then have a sound base in which to slide the fascinator.

For extra security, back comb a section of hair before gripping and then spray with a small amount of hairs pray before fitting the headpiece.

The general rule with fitting combs is to slide them back onto themselves to create an abrasive surface which will GRIP!

• Wash your hair the day before you want to wear yourfascinator, not the day-of. This helps to keep it in place.
• Consider your hair color: Redheads look great with natural and earth tones such as beiges, browns,camel, dark and olive greens. Blondes should go for light warm colours like coral, turquoise, apple -neutral navy, beige and taupe also look gorgeous. Brunettes suit bright, deep shades. Think hot pink,purple, bright blue and emerald, and again neutral black and navy.

You might not be Kate but It’s time to step and dazzle in your mesmerizing fascinator.