Headdresses: fixing, weight and occasion
Fixing method decides everything
A headdress is only as good as its hold. Comb-fixed pieces grip in thick hair and slide in fine hair. Elastic and band styles hold in any hair but sit at a fixed height. Pin-fixed pieces hold best and take longest. Heavier crowns and horned pieces need comb or pin fixing, which is stated on the product page.
| Type | Fixes with | Holds in | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lace headband | Elastic | Any hair | Light |
| Crown | Combs | Thick hair | Medium |
| Horned piece | Combs or pins | Thick hair | Heavy |
| Veil | Comb or clip | Any hair | Light |
Wear
Headdresses are occasion pieces and the heavier ones are not comfortable for a full day. Fix before the rest of the look is finished, since adjusting a crown after dressing usually disturbs the hair it grips.
Frequently asked
- Will a headdress hold in fine hair?
- Comb-fixed pieces may slide. Elastic band styles and pin-fixed pieces hold in any hair type.
- Are the crowns heavy?
- The metal and resin horned pieces are. Weight is stated in grams on the product page.
- Can a headdress be worn all day?
- The light lace and veil styles yes. Heavier crowns are occasion pieces.
- How do you fix a veil?
- With a comb or clip at the crown, before the rest of the look is finished.