Diadem

Since childhood, the image of any princess from the cartoon has been accompanied by her - small, shiny, preferably with a huge stone in the middle. It's all about the diadem. In this article we will tell you about its differences, types and combinations.

A scattering of precious stones, white gold or silver and a vicious circle are the three main characteristics of a diadem. In explanatory dictionaries, it is indicated by a headdress, which, as it were, wraps around the head.

The history of the appearance of this accessory is deeply rooted in the time of the Old Kingdom in Egypt. Then this jewelry was worn not only by women, but also by men who showed their status. She first appeared in Ancient Greece in the form of a priestly headband. Another predecessor of the modern diadem is the laurel wreath, which was a symbol of glory and triumph. Later, laurel wreaths began to be made of gold.

The decoration lost its popularity in the Middle Ages. From the men's wardrobe to the women's wardrobe, they migrated at the turn of the 18th-19th centuries, in the Empire era, when women of fashion sought to be like antique beauties.

Initially, they were made in the antique style with an ornament of laurel leaves, meander, etc. Tiaras with opaque stones became especially popular in those days. In Russia, they were part of the noble and imperial wardrobes, without which not a single ball could do. Emperor Nicholas I introduced the requirement to wear kokoshniks in the Russian court, as a result of which diadems in the form of a Russian kokoshnik appeared a little later.

Later, these jewelry began to be made from gold, silver or platinum.They were decorated with precious stones - diamonds, diamonds, pearls.

The tiara as an accessory is most often found in the wedding image of a bride or a high school graduate. In the modern world, they are still worn by representatives of the Japanese imperial family, as well as winners of various beauty contests.

Tiara was originally found in Persia. This headpiece looks like a high hat. Some believe that the distinction between tiara and diadem is arbitrary. Today, the tiara is rarely seen as a headdress for women. This jewelry can be worn by representatives of the high society for ceremonies or evenings.

Among queens, Empress Maria Feodorovna and Elizabeth II loved to wear tiara. Today this accessory can also be found in wedding dress or on the heads of beauty pageant winners.

In essence, the difference between a tiara and a diadem from each other is in form and execution. The diadem itself is a rather complex decoration, made in the form of a circle with a narrowing of the front side to the edges. Often, its top is made by craftsmen in the form of a crown.

The tiara is much simpler in design. Outwardly, it looks like a simple hoop or a round headband. The width of the tiara is the same everywhere.

Both the tiara and the diadem are made of gold, silver or platinum. Both accessories are complemented with precious stones.

The crown differs from the diadem also in its meaning. If the latter is just a headdress, which most often shows status, then the crown is a symbol of monarchical power.

It has long been customary that crowns are worn by emperors, heads of state, and monarchs. As a rule, the crown is made in the shape of a circle, without changing the width. Upstairs, it can be decorated not only with precious stones. It can be decorated with valuable fabrics and other metals. In comparison with the diadem and tiara, the crown is heavier and more massive.

Women's tiaras are divided into several types depending on the shape, fit and jewelry. The most popular is the model in the form of a crown, which is very often seen on celebrities and winners of beauty contests.

In its shape, it can be made in the shape of a crescent or a circle. Its front side is enlarged and decorated with various stones. This tiara will look perfect with a simple straight wedding dress and tucked-up hair.

The model appeared in the fashion world during the jazz era. If you've watched the movie “The Great Gatsby,” you may remember that the main character is wearing such a tiara. This is a piece of jewelry that gained its fame in the 20s of the last century. At that time, French jewelers completely ousted ordinary tiaras and triads from the market. Any woman dreamed of a "bando" to look stunning at the next evening with cards and wine.

The "bando" model is made in the shape of a circle. It was worn so that it partially covered the forehead. This accessory matches sophisticated fitted dresses with a deep neckline. Celebrities also prefer this tiara, fully embellished with rhinestones. This accessory is more suitable for a glamorous style.

For girls, tiaras are made from both natural and artificial materials. The difference, of course, is in the price, jewelry is much cheaper. This accessory will make any baby a little princess of her evening. In this case, it is very important to maintain the correct size. A big one on a little girl's head will look extremely ridiculous. It must be remembered that the size is selected in accordance with both the visible and hidden parts of the head.

Unlike adults, kids' models are not so much decorated. They often lack heavy natural stones, however, in star children, diadems can easily be compared with adults. Please note that they can be thematic. For example, which are similar to the accessories of your favorite cartoon characters.

Most of the children's tiaras are attached to the comb, which is located at the end of the rim. If it is on the hoop, then it is adjusted according to the volume of the head. Some mothers additionally attach the tiara bezel to invisible hairpins and hairpins so that their baby can move freely at her party.

A diadem in the Greek style is usually a favorite accessory for girls. This model will perfectly complement almost any wedding or evening dress. Moreover, girls can wear such a tiara on a date or just a daytime walk.

They are distinguished by their simplicity - they are decorated with small pearls, cubic zirconia or laurel leaves. A simple wreath on the head is a lightweight version of the tiara; it is made of thin ornate twigs and complemented with beads or small pearls.

If you want to become the queen of the evening, then pay attention to the Kazakh-style tiaras. They are wider than ordinary tiaras and are abundantly decorated with multi-colored pearls or beads of different diameters. The decoration is complemented with natural or artificial stones or jewelry.

Tiaras with pearls can be either wide or narrow. These can be small crowns or thin headbands. They are sheathed with pearls and precious stones. Pearls can be regular pearl or multi-colored. For more solemn occasions, pearl or pale pink pearls are suitable.

Tiaras with stones are in demand among holders of various beauty titles. Very often, these headbands are decorated with Swarovski crystals. Brides and graduates of school balls like to add such an accessory to their outfits. True, you need to choose them carefully. For example, brides should give up the veil when choosing a tiara.

The feronniere diadem is another non-standard decoration option. This model is also called elven. It is secured with an invisible elastic band. Designers decorate it with natural stones - amethyst, turquoise, moonstone. This forehead ornament is attributed to the ethnic style due to its use in Indian images.

At the prom, it is necessary to choose a tiara especially carefully. Young girls should abandon weighty and huge crowns that will look ridiculous on their hair. It is better to give preference to small, openwork models with pearls or cubic zirconias. It is better to combine the tiara with floor-length evening dresses - cocktail or short dresses in this look will look very funny.

A gold tiara is usually made by hand from threads of different thickness. It is quite heavy and is not suitable for every special occasion. It is best to choose a model in yellow gold for evenings or going to the theaters, which also goes well with a bridal outfit.

A silver diadem can be an adornment for any look. It is worn for evening walks, weddings, proms, and a significant meeting. This decoration is much lighter and cheaper.

Flower tiaras can be ordered from Handmade craftsmen or made by yourself. The accessory can be safely added to a rustic or shabby chic wedding dress. A floral headband can be a decoration for your evening or daytime look.

Tiaras made of satin ribbons can be an accessory for yourself or your baby. You can make this decoration yourself or order it from the masters. It is suitable for carnival or New Year's costumes. And your little princesses can wear this jewelry every day, making their daily look special.

Black tiaras are some of the most extravagant. Usually they are made from beads, agate, Czech glass. The model with Swarovski crystals looks very effective and is covered with black rhodium with inserts from Swarovski Elements.

Green tiaras are usually adorned with malachite or amethyst. Such accessories are suitable for non-standard looks and for evening wear.

Tiaras with blue stones are decorated with Czech beads or natural stones - aquamarine, turquoise, sapphire, lapis lazuli, topaz. Among the purple stones, you should choose tiaras with ametrine, garnet, iolite.

The simplest hairstyle with a tiara is to make wide curls and pick up the hair in the front. This hairstyle will suit any model and will look simple and elegant both in a daytime look and in an evening one.

In wedding hairstyles, the tiara is most often used on long or medium length hair. If the hairstyle is done for short hair, then it should be as simple and strict as possible.

Hairdressers do not advise using other jewelry with the tiara, as your image will be overloaded.

Correctly attaching the tiara to your head, you will feel confident throughout the evening. This accessory is very demanding to wear, since it is not attached to invisible hairpins or other hairpins.

The easiest way is to purchase a model with a comb type mount, the teeth of which will be located around the entire perimeter or only at the ends. This accessory can be easily attached to both long and short hair.

A more complex version with a hoop-tiara fastening. It has no special means for fastening, so you need to choose it in accordance with the size of the head. Be prepared for the accessory to be difficult to attach to short hair.

Thin tiaras are placed over the forehead. If you use this model in your wedding dress, then do not wear a veil.

If you have bangs, then the accessory is best positioned on the front of your head at the base of your bangs. Designers advise wearing the tiara at a 45-degree angle to your head so that it isn't too vertical and unnatural.

Sometimes the jewelry is placed on the back of the head, this solution will be optimal for a Greek-style hairstyle.