In recent times hats more and more became a part of modern fashion. And now they are not only used to protect from the sun or from the cold, but also as an element of decoration. The hat is already an attribute of not only wizards and magicians, but also of modern man. I wanted to trace the history of the creation of hats, and today I will tell you about it.
Start
It is as though banal sounded, but it all started with Ancient Egypt. In Pharaonic times, when under his crown they put a large shawl of striped fabric. Called this attribute kraftliners. In turn, the rest of the Egyptians wore wigs only from a special vegetable fibres, and the higher was the social status of the person, the more elaborate and more was the wig. Next, the headdress could be found in Ancient Greece, it was worn during long journeys. Usually it was a felt hat with a narrow brim, which was called petasos. The similarity of this accessory can be seen on the sets of sculptures and frescoes, which depicted the God Hermes. It petasos became the founder of many modern hats.
The evolution of headgear
In addition to the great ancient powers was the prototype of hats, according to many scientists, was a medieval Gennin. This high conical hat at the time, came up with the Queen of France, Isabella of Bavaria. We can say that French fashion for hats was the founder for all of Europe. Typically the frame were made of paper or starched cloth, and after covered with expensive material and decorated. The back side of the hat had a transparent veil, which could close the face. After this large influx at the Gennin in Vogue and common straw hats.
During the reign of Charlemagne there was a custom, which with the help of hats could show the social stage of man. Worthy or aristocrats wore a crown with elements of feathers pheasant or rooster, and those who was objectionable to the Board, the decor in the hat were usypannye carcasses of forest birds. It was also the gripe that the bankrupts are required to wear yellow or green hats, for all to see bankrupt person.
With each type of hats have evolved and have increasingly become similar to the modern hats. Closer to the 17th century after the great popularity of chaperones — hoods with long tails – came to light a wide-brimmed hat of felt. Most likely, they were recognized by the society due to the unsanitary conditions in European cities, and after, and because of the tradition to pour waste out of the Windows. It was at this same time, thanks to the headdress, in the lives of men entered a nod with the removal of the hat. Although it is worth noting that women also wore hats with a wide brim decorated with fur, ribbons, jewels and a plume. In addition, it is also popular steel caps, which were used for bathing and sleep.
If we talk about the holistic evolution of headgear, it can be said that each country contributed something of their own. China had invented the famous wide straw hat, Spain dictated fashion in berets and high-hat with cylindrical crown, and France – on felt hat with a wide brim and round top, reminiscent of the hats of the military. Though has remained constant men’s hats for special occasions — low hat, hand-made of beaver fur and entwined with a long feather.
Hat as a main element of any race
Exactly hats became a indication of high abundance of many aristocrats. The more unusual and outrageous was the headdress, the higher the person was in status. In our time, this is also present, especially when it comes to racing. The most famous Royal Royal Ascot horse races in Britain are also a kind of international exhibition of original ladies ‘ hats. For 5 race days every girl is obligated to wear headgear, most importantly, make it stand out from the rest. The most incredible, unusual and, one might say, extravagant hat will be presented on the penultimate day, in the so-called Ladies’ Day.
I want to say that the headpiece has always been, is and will remain the main element of any self-respecting girl. The hat always shows a person with a refined, personal and incredible. So my advice to you – often wearing hats.
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