Photo (above) by Fabienne Delvigne
1. When do I keep my hat on?
Forget everything you thought you knew about hats at a wedding. Brussels-based Fabienne Delvigne has been making haute couture hats since 1987 and confirms: “There are a huge number of misconceptions about wearing hats. For instance, you don’t always have to take your hat off when you enter somewhere. You only do this at a festive occasion such as a vernissage or a wedding reception. There, the hat serves as a unique statement and can spark plenty of conversation!”
The etiquette difference between men and women? “When entering the church, men take off their hats; women don’t have to. During dinner, it is desirable that all hats are removed, except the bride’s decorative hairpiece.”
2. Can I only wear a hat if everyone chooses to do so?
According to etiquette, it’s perfectly acceptable, for example, for the mother of the bride to wear a hat while the mother-in-law does not. You decide for yourself—hat or no headpiece. It’s a bit like choosing an elegant dress or a stylish jumpsuit: both work for a wedding celebration.”
3. Which hat do I choose?
“Some women (and men) suit a small hat—also called a bibi—better, while others look better in a more voluminous piece. The style of the hat is often chosen based on the silhouette. For example, it’s a myth that shorter women can’t wear a large hat. I look at the face, the waist, the outfit, but certainly also at personality to find the perfect match.”
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Article with thanks to Fabienne Delvigne.
