However, it\u2019s important to match your headgear with your outfit to make sure your outfit looks as striking as possible. Read on for our ultimate guide to choosing the right headpiece for the races.<\/p>\n
Full Hat<\/strong><\/h2>\nA full hat with a wide brim makes a real statement, but you need to have the right size of head and shape of face to pull it off. If you have a small head, choosing a large hat will swamp your head, so it will be best to choose another style. Large brimmed hats generally work best with longer, thinner faces rather than round ones, though if you have an oval face you\u2019ll be able to get away with any hat.<\/p>\n![\"guide](\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/guide-right-headpiece-for-the-races-01.jpg\" "\\"guide")
<\/a>Condici Large Traditional Hat in Prism\/Cobalt<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\nIf you\u2019re going for a full hat, build the rest of the outfit around it, rather than vice versa. Your outfit should be the supporting act and your hat the main event. Another important tip is to consider the entire silhouette of your outfit when matching your dress and accessories to your hat. Find a full length mirror to try your hat on in, rather than just looking at yourself from the neck up.<\/p>\n
Fascinator<\/strong><\/h2>\n![\"guide](\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/guide-right-headpiece-for-the-races-02-condici.jpg\" "\\"guide")
<\/a>Condici Teardrop Fascinator in Cream and Flint<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\nA fascinator is a great alternative to a hat. If you feel that a full, wide-brimmed hat doesn\u2019t suit you or hides too much of your face, or you\u2019re worried about overheating, a fascinator adds a stylish accessory to your head without imposing too much. Fascinators vary hugely from being just a small step down from a full hat to something very minimal made from feathers or ribbon. A fascinator is a great way to add eye-catching colour or shape to your outfit, but without taking attention away from your dress.<\/p>\n
A fascinator is a good choice if you have a round shaped face, as it adds height to your overall appearance but won\u2019t make your face look rounder still as a large brim can. However, it\u2019s important to remember that fascinators give you nowhere to hide in terms of hair styling. A fascinator also needs to be firmly secured to your hair. If you have a particularly short hair style you may find that a full hat stays on your head more successfully.<\/p>\n
Hatinator<\/strong><\/h2>\nAs the name suggests, a hatinator is a cross between a hat and a fascinator. It has more structure than a fascinator but provides less overall head covering than a hat. Hatinators are very versatile and can usually be worn by people of all face shapes. Hatinators usually use a disc or saucer shaped base decorated with feathers or ribbons. Though they are more hat-like in appearance than fascinators they are attached to the head using a hair band or clip, rather than sitting directly on the head.<\/p>\n![\"guide](\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/guide-right-headpiece-for-the-races-03-nigel-rayment.jpg\" "\\"guide")
<\/a>Nigel Rayment Hatinator with Oversized Bow, Quill Feathers and Veil<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\nWhen dressing for the races, it\u2019s important to consider the weather before choosing your headpiece. Though a hatinator or fascinator won\u2019t provide much protection from rain, they are a very good choice if it\u2019s a bit blustery. Because they are secured to your head they won\u2019t be whipped off onto the racecourse by a gust of wind, which is always a risk when wearing a hat.<\/p>\n
Pillbox<\/strong><\/h2>\n
<\/a>If you\u2019re going for a full hat, build the rest of the outfit around it, rather than vice versa. Your outfit should be the supporting act and your hat the main event. Another important tip is to consider the entire silhouette of your outfit when matching your dress and accessories to your hat. Find a full length mirror to try your hat on in, rather than just looking at yourself from the neck up.<\/p>\n
Fascinator<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/a>Condici Teardrop Fascinator in Cream and Flint<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\nA fascinator is a great alternative to a hat. If you feel that a full, wide-brimmed hat doesn\u2019t suit you or hides too much of your face, or you\u2019re worried about overheating, a fascinator adds a stylish accessory to your head without imposing too much. Fascinators vary hugely from being just a small step down from a full hat to something very minimal made from feathers or ribbon. A fascinator is a great way to add eye-catching colour or shape to your outfit, but without taking attention away from your dress.<\/p>\n
A fascinator is a good choice if you have a round shaped face, as it adds height to your overall appearance but won\u2019t make your face look rounder still as a large brim can. However, it\u2019s important to remember that fascinators give you nowhere to hide in terms of hair styling. A fascinator also needs to be firmly secured to your hair. If you have a particularly short hair style you may find that a full hat stays on your head more successfully.<\/p>\n
Hatinator<\/strong><\/h2>\nAs the name suggests, a hatinator is a cross between a hat and a fascinator. It has more structure than a fascinator but provides less overall head covering than a hat. Hatinators are very versatile and can usually be worn by people of all face shapes. Hatinators usually use a disc or saucer shaped base decorated with feathers or ribbons. Though they are more hat-like in appearance than fascinators they are attached to the head using a hair band or clip, rather than sitting directly on the head.<\/p>\n<\/a>Nigel Rayment Hatinator with Oversized Bow, Quill Feathers and Veil<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\nWhen dressing for the races, it\u2019s important to consider the weather before choosing your headpiece. Though a hatinator or fascinator won\u2019t provide much protection from rain, they are a very good choice if it\u2019s a bit blustery. Because they are secured to your head they won\u2019t be whipped off onto the racecourse by a gust of wind, which is always a risk when wearing a hat.<\/p>\n
Pillbox<\/strong><\/h2>\n
<\/a>A fascinator is a great alternative to a hat. If you feel that a full, wide-brimmed hat doesn\u2019t suit you or hides too much of your face, or you\u2019re worried about overheating, a fascinator adds a stylish accessory to your head without imposing too much. Fascinators vary hugely from being just a small step down from a full hat to something very minimal made from feathers or ribbon. A fascinator is a great way to add eye-catching colour or shape to your outfit, but without taking attention away from your dress.<\/p>\n
A fascinator is a good choice if you have a round shaped face, as it adds height to your overall appearance but won\u2019t make your face look rounder still as a large brim can. However, it\u2019s important to remember that fascinators give you nowhere to hide in terms of hair styling. A fascinator also needs to be firmly secured to your hair. If you have a particularly short hair style you may find that a full hat stays on your head more successfully.<\/p>\n
Hatinator<\/strong><\/h2>\nAs the name suggests, a hatinator is a cross between a hat and a fascinator. It has more structure than a fascinator but provides less overall head covering than a hat. Hatinators are very versatile and can usually be worn by people of all face shapes. Hatinators usually use a disc or saucer shaped base decorated with feathers or ribbons. Though they are more hat-like in appearance than fascinators they are attached to the head using a hair band or clip, rather than sitting directly on the head.<\/p>\n<\/a>Nigel Rayment Hatinator with Oversized Bow, Quill Feathers and Veil<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\nWhen dressing for the races, it\u2019s important to consider the weather before choosing your headpiece. Though a hatinator or fascinator won\u2019t provide much protection from rain, they are a very good choice if it\u2019s a bit blustery. Because they are secured to your head they won\u2019t be whipped off onto the racecourse by a gust of wind, which is always a risk when wearing a hat.<\/p>\n
Pillbox<\/strong><\/h2>\n
<\/a>When dressing for the races, it\u2019s important to consider the weather before choosing your headpiece. Though a hatinator or fascinator won\u2019t provide much protection from rain, they are a very good choice if it\u2019s a bit blustery. Because they are secured to your head they won\u2019t be whipped off onto the racecourse by a gust of wind, which is always a risk when wearing a hat.<\/p>\n
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