Have you been eyeing some great fascinators, but you’re not completely confident about how and where to debut your new style? Maybe you’ve read articles with useful information and suggestions, but the photos are all of actresses, super models and royalty at unbelievably posh events. It can still leave you wondering, can I pull this off? How will it actually look on me?
Here it is: Real women wearing cool and unique fascinators with updos and downdos, to both formal events and casual outings.
Kat wearing the ‘Kinetic Aesthetic’ at Diner en Blanc PHL.
Be fabulous at a formal event:
Kat won best dressed woman wearing the Sloris fascinator hat ‘Kinetic Aesthetic’ in white at Diner in Blanc in Philadelphia 2016 (out of 5,000 attendees). She styled her hair in a simple soft updo and affixed the fascinator towards the back. This subtle effect completed her outfit perfectly, letting her shine.
Jane in the ‘My Cup of Tea’ black fascinator.
Add spark to casual clothing:
Jane decided to pair the black fascinator ‘My Cup of Tea’ with a cute summer blouse. I really like her choice to wear the fascinator close to the front and slightly off center. With just a small portion of her hair drawn back into the fascinator’s comb and the rest free, Jane created a great casual style perfect for her friend’s summer party. The look really complements the shape of her face and her fun easy manner.
Kun is showing her playful side by wearing the ‘Kinetic Aesthetic’ white fascinator in a bold way.
Almost every article I’ve read about how to wear a fascinator says never wear it on the top of your head. Sometimes rules just need to be broken. Kun is a shy young woman who wanted to show her daring side by wearing the ‘Kinetic Aesthetic’ fascinator in a bold way. She paired it with an understated simple spring dress and let her inner diva reign as she joined friends for a beautiful sunset beach gathering.
The author trying on different fascinators and outfits for dinner out.
Have fun trying different hairstyles and outfits:
Even as the designer of the fascinators, I fell victim to fashion anxiety. While looking for the perfect occasion to wear one of my new fascinators, I realized, why wait? I played dress up and tried on each fascinator with a couple outfits and up and down dos. I wore the ‘My Cup of Tea’ black fascinator for a night on the town with my husband and continue to wear them to a wide range of events.
Honestly, I think fascinators have become a bit pigeon holed. Why not wear a fascinator to dinner, a wine tasting or any outing? The only rule I firmly agree with is to be aware of others. Don’t wear a fascinator when it may block another’s view, for instance to a performance. You can still make an entrance and look stunning in the lobby, but remove it once you’re seated.
Don’t be shy; try your fascinator with different hairstyles and a variety of outfits. The fun of playing dress up doesn’t have to stop just because you’re grown up! Be prepared to feel just as fashionable as any actress, super model or royal as you step out in style.
Please share how and where you’ll wear your fascinator. Or, if you’ve already wowed your friends and others with your super style, share a pic!