Luxurious tiara for a spectacular look
What it is
From year to year, hair ornaments are gaining momentum in popularity.
The focus, of course, is tiaras and tiaras ...
Royal hair ornament, which undoubtedly will not leave indifferent any beauty.
It is known for certain that the diadem personifies the belonging to the royal ladies; princesses and queens, the duchess and princesses of modern society are proud to wear them.
As for the simple girls, no one forbids to supplement your image with this wonderful hair accessory, with which any girl can feel like a real princess.
Story
So how did it all start? It has long been believed that the diadem was exclusively an accessory for men, in ancient times women did not wear this kind of jewelry.
The word "diadem" in ancient Greece was called hair bandage.
The tiaras were worn by the Roman Kings,
They depicted Greek gods and goddesses, and especially often the goddess of family and marriage — Hera and, of course, Aphrodite — the goddess of love and beauty.
Diadems among Russian empresses were no less popular. It is believed that the first decorations of this type appeared during the reign of Peter the Great. Confirmation of this is the portrait of his wife Catherine, on which graceful adornment in her hair stands.
Tiaras have always been considered a real luxury, they were made of precious metals, decorated with various stones, pearls and crystal. Many diadems of the time belonged to the empresses, but some of the jewelry was in the public domain. Monarchs could only borrow tiaras for receptions and balls for the time being. Russian nobility was no stranger to fashion inspired from Europe, but, nevertheless, national motifs were always present in the jewelry.
The popular diadem became more in Europe in the 19th century,
and today, thanks to pop culture, this adornment is associated not only with monarchs, but also with celebrities and famous movie characters.
We are all well aware of the flirtatious character Audrey Hepburn in the movie "Breakfast at Tiffany", where her hair was decorated with just the same tiara.
Features and benefits
Do you want to create a memorable image for a holiday or just a publication? Choose a tiara or a tiara. After all, there are many advantages.
You can use the tiara on loose hair, as well as on the collected hair. Any image will look spectacular, the main thing is not to overload it with other decorations. In addition, these hair accessories are quite simple to mount and any girl can definitely do without a stylist, but we'll talk about this a little later.
A big plus is also the fact that tiaras and tiaras exist in different variations, from simple to more complex, decorated with precious stones and pearls, beads or ribbons. But the most important advantage of this decoration is that, leaving your eyes on this accessory, you will undoubtedly leave a pleasant aftertaste.
What is different from tiara and crown diadems?
Let's see what makes a tiara different from a tiara and why we should not abuse crowns.
These decorations differ in style and form. The tiara is quite complex, and sometimes a massive decoration in nature, since it was originally worn by monarchs.
The diadem has the shape of a crown, but this crown is not always closed.
The tiara is often unchanged in width and has a fairly light and simple design. Sometimes resembles a small crown.
At one time, tiaras were intended exclusively for princesses. For the young and romantic.
The crown is inspired by the luxury of centuries gone by and reminds us of the era of the reign of real kings and queens. It is a closed ring, decorated with all sorts of stones and made of expensive metals.
But this is not a reason to be upset, now any girl can afford this accessory. Designers today offer us a choice for every taste and wallet.
Kinds
Head for hair
So what kind of hair ornament to choose? With a pearl? Stones? Or in the Greek style? The answer is obvious. It all depends on the image. And remember that you should not abuse the abundant number of accessories. Diadem is a truly exquisite and noble hair ornament. It is mounted on the head without any extra effort and instantly makes you irresistible. Such an accessory symbolizes femininity and beauty, put together, so choosing it for a special occasion, you definitely can not go wrong.
Crown
Leaving your eyes on the crown, do not forget that this is a luxurious and bright decoration, and it should look appropriate. Such an accessory will look favorably if you are a bride or a graduate who believes that graduation should be a truly royal event. Diadem - a crown with precious stones or crystal definitely emphasizes the image and will not leave you without attention.
In greek style
If you want to be a goddess and feel yourself on Olympus, then the Greek-style diadem is for you. In addition, in recent years, interest in this type of jewelry has increased greatly.
Podiums and red carpets now and then dazzle with decorations in Greek style from fashion designers Dolce and Gabbana, Miu Miu and Valentino. It is worth looking at these images.
For such tiaras, restraint and elegance are characteristic. In a word - nothing superfluous. Usually stones and pearls are made in the same style, sometimes there is glass. This tiara is ideal for flowing curls, beams and various types of braids.
With pearls
Tiaras and tiaras with pearls look very subtle and gentle. After all, pearls never go out of fashion and takes its honorable place in the world trend of jewelry. This accessory is perfect for a wedding or prom. It would be very appropriate to look in nude shades. For a classic look, choose a hair ornament to match the dress.
To create an unusual image, you can look at diadems with multi-colored pearls, they definitely add a touch of contrast to your image. But it is worth being attentive, making a bright accent on the hair ornament, you do not need to be zealous with bright makeup and a very complex outfit. But do not be afraid to experiment, because pearl jewelry always look elegant, in any color scheme.
On the forehead
If the soul asks for something unusual, then you should look at the diadem on the forehead, you can still hear the name "feronniere." This type of tiara has been known since the Renaissance, was not in vogue for some time, but returned with the hippie generation.
Modern version - lace decoration on the forehead.
With rocks
Diamond tiaras or Swarovski crystals tiaras that perfectly decorate a bride look very aristocratic. Such tiaras are real works of art. Austrian crystals have a delightful brilliance and radiance, which is why the bride herself will glow. A diamond tiara will create a truly finished look; this elegant jewel will be appropriate for any wedding ceremony. Precious and semiprecious stones, shrouded in lace of this ornament, will create a truly magical image for any celebration.
Colors
Speaking about the various variations of diadems, do not forget about the huge color scheme, which presents these decorations.
In the fashion of recent years entered the diadem made of velvet.
Especially advantageous such decorations look in black and red hues, as well as in the burgundy shade.
An indigo-colored tiara, inlaid with all kinds of stones or rock crystal, will also look safe.
Materials
Since ancient times, tiaras and tiaras were created exclusively from precious metals.
From gold and silver, and later from platinum. Inlaid with diamonds and pearls.
Incidentally, Louis Cartier was the first to use platinum in his work.
And now we can admire the luxurious jewelry from Cartier, which conquer the royal yards and the hearts of the beauties of the whole world.
Today, any girl can afford this luxury, because diadems are made of ordinary metals, but this does not take away their true royal chic.
Also, gold and silver tiaras decorated with bright stones, pearls, beads, crystal drops and even flowers are always in fashion.
Very unusual and beautiful diadems and tiaras made of flowers can be found at many shows of famous designers, especially in Dolce and Gabbana. Lace tiara tiara perfectly in harmony with roses and interspersed with beads and rhinestones.
The Jennifer Behr collection features bohemian tiaras decorated with enamel flowers, Swarovski crystals and unusual bees.
Choosing jewelry for the hair of a young princess at a school matinee or a ball, you should pay attention to the tiara of satin ribbons. This decoration will never look superfluous in a festive atmosphere. There are quite a few variations of satin ribbons.
Plain or combining several different harmonious colors. Decorated with beads, rhinestones or flowers. This type of tiara can be not only bought, but also made by hand, which is not difficult. But not only for young princesses this jewel is suitable, a satin ribbon tiara is quite appropriate for an unusual photo shoot.
How to choose
And here we finally come to the question of how to choose the "very" tiara. At first glance, this decoration seems simple, but sometimes it can turn out to be capricious. When choosing a tiara, the shape of the face is important. A well-chosen hair ornament will make you a real lady, but the wrong choice can highlight the flaws.
Almost all models of tiaras and diadems are suitable for girls with an oval face type. But it is worth refraining from “high” models. But such “tall” tiaras or coronet tiaras will be very much to the face of chubby girls, as with the help of this accessory you can visually lengthen the face. Square face type is very go jewelry without accents in the central part. The ideal option would be a diadem-hoop or a diadem in the Greek style. A triangular type of face will suit a tiara or tiara of the same height. Visually, you can shorten an elongated face with a tiara without unnecessary points.
When choosing a tiara or tiara, do not forget about hair color. So, brunettes are very much to face the sparkling tiaras interspersed with small stones and beads, blondes perfectly fit pearl tiaras in different shades. And girls with red hair should give up very bright and colorful tiaras and choose something sparkling.
What and how to wear
Many girls wonder what and how to wear these elegant jewelery after all? Is it only with evening and wedding dresses? Or you can make an exception? Brides around the world opt for these hair ornaments. After all, what, no matter how tiara, will make the bride truly shine and feel like a queen?
Girls with bangs are better to wear a diadem at the front of the head, at its base. Optimally position the tiara in the middle of the head. If you choose a complicated hairstyle or a high bun for a celebration, then you should not choose a very cumbersome piece of jewelry, it can visually weight the image. The tiara will look very gently - a comb fixed in the upper central part of the head. The tiara is a great accent for the image, so do not overload yourself with other accessories.Perfectly look miniature earrings and delicate thin bracelets.
Creating your own image, you can be inspired by the ideas of various brands. For example, at the Miu Miu shows, we can see a combination of delicate tiaras with translucent chiffon dresses and cardigans.
Dolce and Gabbana combine diadems decorated with stones and flowers, not only with lace dresses, but also with classic embroidered costumes. If you are planning to go out, then a tiara or tiara, successfully chosen for your image, will not spoil the evening at all.
Modern fashion has blurred the boundaries of the classic version of wearing this hair accessory. Previously, it was intended only for special occasions or ceremonies, now, it all depends on your imagination and inspiration. Do not lose confidence in yourself, feel free to choose this accessory for the day off. A miniature dress or a floor-length dress embroidered with sequins or sequins, high-heeled shoes and an image complemented with a diadem will make you a star of the evening.
How to fasten
It is easy enough to fasten a tiara without a comb; it simply attaches to the hair like a hoop, but requires little attention in the arrangement, as this is not a hairpin, but an ornament.
Most often tiaras and tiaras have teeth on the rim, which make the task much easier and will not be an extra insurance, as they will keep this accessory tightly in the hair. This option is called a tiara - comb. Any girl will cope with it.
But sometimes there are no teeth for fixing the diadem, or it is not enough, so the ideal option is to use stealth. It is important to note that the invisible should match the color of the hair, it will hide them as much as possible.
Fasten the diadem on the child is not difficult. The ideal option for a little princess would be, of course, a tiara with teeth (tiara - comb) or a small tiara, which requires even less hassle.
Hairstyles
Ideas hairstyles using tiaras and tiaras nearly a million. As mentioned above, the tiara can be attached not only to the hair collected in the hair, but also to loose hair. Hairstyles look very aristocratic when the hair in front of the head is smooth and the hairstyle falls on the back. To create an image of "Cinderella," you can straighten the hair of medium length, put a fringe and complete all the wonderful decoration - a diadem.
But long hair - the expanse of boundless imagination, variations of hairstyles and different styles. Small kucheryashki or large curls, falling on the shoulders, will look perfect with this decoration. Hair gathered in the bun will also look safe, and the image is definitely worth adding a tiara. There are so many hairstyles that it is worth experimenting and choosing the one that suits you.
The important point is that the hair should not hang over the top of the tiara, i.e. cover it, it should be in the center of the hair and be open. Also carefully combine the tiara in a wedding look. This decoration looks very harmonious with the veil, but do not forget, if the tiara is fragile and thin and is located directly over your forehead, then it is better to refuse the veil.
Brand news
In recent years, the tiara has become a really popular accessory. Almost all celebrities wear it, from carpets to private parties. Many fashion gurus release their collections, choosing diadems and tiaras as accessories for hair, and the designers themselves dictate fashion under the slogan “Tiara is always and everywhere appropriate”. For example, Saint Laurent. But do not forget that in everyday life this thing can be accepted rather ambiguously. After all, you are not Lady Gaga, walking around in outrageous images through the streets of Hollywood.
One of the most fashionable images today is the most common, taken from fashion connoisseurs. Disheveled hair, tiara or tiara and a light dress in the style of "nightie".
Also silk dresses in a floor and tiaras harmoniously look.
Following the fashion trends and fashion inspirations, you should look at brands such as Dolce and Gabbana, Miu Miu, Rodarte and Valentino. They promote royal decorations in everyday life.
Stylish images
The most stylish images with tiaras and tiaras can be found at Miu Miu, this brand combines tiaras with polished leather cloaks.
Stylish images in the Greek style, of course, from Dolce and Gabbana.
Designers suggest wearing tiaras and tiaras without too much pathos, because they are at their peak of popularity. And in recent years, this decoration, according to fashionable gurus, can be worn as a simple hoop in her hair. Lots of options. The taste, color and season.
Chanel combines this accessory with its signature tweed suits, adding a touch of grace to the look.
At the fashion shows of Louis Vuitton, the tiaras looked pretty futuristic, like small lanterns.
All global brands, from the most expensive to the masses - the market insist on one thing. Tiara and tiara is an ornament, not just a bauble. This is a link to the past and a new approach to design and image creation.
Now it is a universal decoration that does not limit its owner in the choice of style, image and time.