How to Wear a Fascinator with Your Hair Down

A stylish fascinator is the perfect statement piece to add to any formal outfit. These small headpieces are adorned with beads, jewels, feathers, flowers, lace, or bows and are often worn to formal events like weddings, fundraiser luncheons, or horse races.

No matter your hairstyle, the right fascinator can be the ultimate fashion accessory.

Can You Wear Your Hair Down with a Fascinator Hat?

Since fascinators only cover part of your head, they allow you to show off your gorgeous hairstyle while also preventing “helmet hair.”

Fascinators can be worn with all hairstyles, and how you wear a fascinator depends on the hairstyle you want to accompany it.

If you are planning to wear your hair down, have really long hair, or want to wear it in a voluminous style, it’s best to wear a larger fascinator—the longer the hair, the larger the fascinator—because smaller styles will get lost in the mix. Since a fascinator is meant to be the centerpiece of your outfit, the last thing you want to do is take attention away from the statement piece.

How to Position a Fascinator on Your Head

The type and size of fascinator you choose will determine how to position it.

Smaller fascinators, which rest on top of your head, should be worn to your right-hand side and pulled forward (toward your face) once on. If you want to hide the headband, you can style your hair to cover up the band. Cocktail hats and beret-style headpieces should also be worn to your right-hand side. Typically, these styles should be worn about an inch (give or take) above your right eyebrow.

Hats with elastic bands should be worn behind your head and underneath your hair. Elastic bands can easily be hidden by styling your hair over the band.

Larger fascinator hats will generally always be worn to your right-hand side. Once on, make sure to pull the headpiece forward toward your face.

5 Stylish Fascinators to Wear with Your Hair Down

These elegant fascinators are perfect to wear with your hair down.

1. KASSI – Navy Blue and Ivory

With eye-catching feather details and a stunning bow that draws attention, the Kassi in navy blue and ivory is sure to impress. This large-brim fascinator hat is the perfect statement piece to wear to a formal event like the Kentucky Derby, and its two-tone combination makes it easy to pair the Kassi with almost any outfit.

2. GIA FASCINATOR HAT – Light Pink

The Gia Fascinator Hat in light pink is large, asymmetrical, and elegant. Its delicate lace ruffles elevate any formal look, and the light pink is a beautiful color that you can match with an ivory, white, navy blue, or printed dress. This refined hat adds a touch of luxury and is a perfect option when you want to wear your hair down.

3. CHRISTIANE COCKTAIL HAT – Ocean Blue and Silver

The Christiane Cocktail Hat in ocean blue and silver is a fun statement piece for any outfit. This cocktail hat’s feather spray is reminiscent of ocean waves and is sure to attract an abundance of attention and compliments. The Christiane is a dazzling addition to your formal cocktail attire or wedding look.

4. MARSEILLE FASCINATOR HAT – Neutral and Blush Pink

Adorned with lace, Austrian crystals, and beautiful bow detail, the Marseille Fascinator Hat in neutral and blush pink is an elegant choice. This fascinator is versatile for a variety of special occasions, from weddings and church service to charity events and horse races. Its elegant neutral color tone makes it easy to pair the Marseille with endless colors and options.

5. VERNA – Navy Blue

The Verna in navy blue is a large, wide-brimmed women’s fascinator hat perfect for a day at the races, a wedding, or any formal event. With its intricate yet delicate bow detail, this navy blue fascinator is sure to catch the eye and draw compliments from passersby. Wear the Verna to your next formal event to make a statement.

Shop Elegant Women’s Fascinators at Gold Coast Couture

At Gold Coast Couture, we offer a wide range of formal and casual hats for every occasion, including a variety of fascinators that are perfect for a wedding, a Kentucky Derby party, or any other formal event. We have all the latest styles and trends, and our design team is constantly adding more fascinator hats to our inventory.

With a wide selection of designers and styles to choose from, we are ready to help you find a fascinator hat that will add a touch of elegance to any outfit.

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