Bridal fascinator designs to consider for your big day
There’s no denying that the outfit — from head to toe — is one of the most important parts of your wedding. This is especially so if you’re a fan of fashion. And what makes an ensemble distinctly meant for a wedding? The headwear! If you’re looking to add a bridal fascinator to your look, we’re here to help you find the perfect one for you.
Who should wear a fascinator to a wedding?
You, of course! No matter if you’re the bride or a guest, you can rock a fascinator to a wedding. If you’re the bride, a fascinator is a great option to complete your wedding look. It’s your big day, and, frankly, you can go big on your wedding fascinator too. It all depends on the look you’re going for.
If you’re a guest and are encouraged to wear something that’s a bit more traditional or formal to the wedding you’re attending, a fascinator is a fabulous choice. Traditionally, the mother of the bride should wear the biggest fascinator of all the guests. A good rule of thumb to follow is the closer you are to those getting married, the bigger your fascinator is.
Should the hair fascinator match the dress or shoes?
There are no hard rules about matching your bridal fascinator with other pieces of your outfit. If you’re a bride, chances are the colours will be the same or similar for all the pieces anyway! Ideally, though, you’d match your fascinator with your dress. This will ensure a cohesive look.
How to wear a fascinator?
Traditionally, fascinators are worn on the right side of the head. This follows the way men used to wear their swords on their left while women stand on their right. The fascinators face to the right so the wearer doesn’t have their face shielded from the man. While this is still followed by some, fascinators can now be worn on either side of the head — sometimes even in the middle of the head (like Princess Eugiene did).
Modern bridal fascinators
Just as the way bridal fascinators are worn have changed, so have wedding fascinator styles. If you’re looking to wear the headwear style to your big day but want something that’s more modern, here are some to consider.
Hitch
Hitch offers the right blend of modern and classic. It’s a gorgeous bow that sits spritely on the right side of the head. One side of the bow is folded while the other flows freely.
Genoa
Another modern take on the bow, Genoa is both sophisticated and playful. The ribbon sits atop an elevated headband for added height.
Mimi
The marriage of daintiness and boldness, Mimi features Chantelle Ford’s signature architectural look but with a hint of femininity with a birdcage veil.
Carmen
Think of her as a hybrid of a fascinator and a flower crown. Carmen is a luscious rose headpiece whose top part sits on the right side of your head while its bottom is on the left, framing your head beautifully.
Gatsby
An ode to the roaring ‘20s, Gatsby has all the opulence of the flapper era and all the romanticism of your modern love. Crystals and lace are the showstoppers of this style.