Why Don’t We Throw Out All the Rules About Tiaras?
Do you believe you are the decider of what you wear? Do you want to be told what to wear in your 60’s? I say older is bolder, so age doesn’t matter. What’s popular is irrelevant, right? So why don’t you wear what you love and be your true self? In that vein, why don’t we throw out all the rules about tiaras? Let’s follow the lead of designers who have added them to just about any outfit.
Tiaras are still in style, but mostly for weddings. I assume that’s because it takes some guts to wear one casually. But like everything else, it can be dressed down.
If you prefer to look and feel more normal, there are also tiara-style headbands. So never fear! This is doable.
Throw Out All the Rules About Tiaras!
Headband Brianna Beige by Elena Honch
A tiara that is a narrow band can be layered with another, wider headband.
Some say that wearing a tiara can break the ice and that people will admire your zest for accessorizing. It’s perfect for Halloween, music festivals, birthday parties, dinner parties and many other special occasions.
There are ways to wear a tiara headband casually. Consider a delicate tiara with smaller embellishments for a more subtle, everyday style. Or, you might prefer a simple crystal headband.
Let’s look at the key points to wearing a tiara casually. And then I’ll just start your creative juices flowing with a few ideas of what to wear with one. Feel free to experiment!
I’m going to take my first baby step by wearing one for Halloween. Then I’ll wear sparkly headband versions. And from there, I’ll see how far I can go with this!
Key points for wearing a tiara casually:
Choose the right tiara —
Opt for a smaller, less elaborate tiara with delicate details for a more casual look.
Place the tiara lower down on your forehead for a more casual look.
Hair styling —
Clothing —
Avoid wearing heels and fussy clothing.
Free People says, “Channel your inner forest fairy with this handmade floral tiara….Wear this tiara for any special event with your favorite flowy dress.” Here, it is dressed down with a chunky cardigan over an embroidered mesh top and hefty chain earrings. That’s how you can wear this to ANY special event.
A bejeweled headband is a form of tiara that dresses up ANYTHING you’re wearing. So you can toss one on and go out the door in the evening dressed in sweats or jeans and a tee.
This over-the-top accessory saves a bad hair day, too!
Wear a crown headband with:
- A jean jacket and cropped pants
- A chunky sweater over a slinky skirt with studded boots
- A tuxedo and silky cami or tank
Green Tiara ~ Earrings cross ~ Cocktail headband by GivaMyJewerly at Etsy - A lace-up top
- A lace top
- An embellished top
- A lace-hem sweater or tunic top
- Faux leather jackets, vests, pants, etc. For instance, a leather blazer over a slip dress with a delicate gold “nothing” necklace. Or, a moto jacket over jeans and a tee with riding boots.
Are you thinking about taking the leap? If so, I’d love to know what kind of tiara, what kind of outfit and how daring you are! Please leave a reply below.
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Angie
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I have never tried one, the thought has never occurred to me! Next time I am at Claire’s I will fit one!
It’s a fun idea, isn’t it? I bought the blue crystal one and absolutely love it! It doesn’t have to fit over the ears because that usually hurts after awhile. But I can wear it further forward sort of like a crown with my hair down and it fits comfortably. It will be useful as a nice hair accessory when going out in the evenings.
I love the look of tiaras/headbands, especially handmade ones, but no matter how I try to wear them, I either get a headache from them pressing on my ears or they keep slipping no matter how I try to fix them which means I get a headache from cramping up.
So the only one I made is now sitting on my manikin’s head instead 😉
Visiting from the Weekend Traffic Jam Reboot #80 (my entries are 12 to 14).
Cat
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Hi, Cat – Did you try the fastening instructions that are in my blog post? I’m familiar with the mannequin solution. Lol! I have a headband with small glittery bunny ears that I hardly ever wear, but my teddy bear wears it every day of the year. 😉
I love this trend, tiaras are beautiful! Unfortunately they don’t work well on me with short hair. Thanks for linking at Is This Mutton and have a good weekend
Princess Diana wore them with short hair beautifully. Thanks for the weekly link up, Gail!
I’ve never thought about wearing a tiara! Now, you’ve got me thinking, but those headbands always give me a headache. I’ll have to search around and see what I can find! Thanks, Angie!
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I was thinking those headbands always give me a headache, too. But I just bought the blue crystal tiara headband and it is so comfortable when set on the crown rather than over the ears. And it looks like a beautiful headband so I don’t feel conspicuous wearing it when I go out someplace!