fascinator
noun
fas·ci·na·tor
ˈfa-sə-ˌnā-tər 
1
: one that fascinates
2
: a woman's lightweight head scarf usually of crochet or lace
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Hats must be worn by ladies with a minimum base diameter of 4 inches, and, unlike in other enclosures, fascinators—a smaller headpiece attached to a comb, hair clip, or headband—are not allowed.
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Rachel Burchfield,
InStyle,
23 June 2026
Her golden locks were styled into a dramatic interplay of braids and twists, pinned low on one side to make room for her fascinator.
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Laura Scafati,
Vanity Fair,
20 June 2026
Kris says of the fascinator — is actually a crown of sticks and thorns that would fit in beautifully in an episode of Yellowjackets.
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Jen Chaney,
Vulture,
13 May 2026
Williamson wore a pastel, floral button-down dress with a fascinator, while Flay sported a suit with a pink tie.
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Erin Clements,
PEOPLE,
4 May 2026
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Rachel Burchfield,
InStyle,
23 June 2026
Her golden locks were styled into a dramatic interplay of braids and twists, pinned low on one side to make room for her fascinator.
—
Laura Scafati,
Vanity Fair,
20 June 2026
Kris says of the fascinator — is actually a crown of sticks and thorns that would fit in beautifully in an episode of Yellowjackets.
—
Jen Chaney,
Vulture,
13 May 2026
Williamson wore a pastel, floral button-down dress with a fascinator, while Flay sported a suit with a pink tie.
—
Erin Clements,
PEOPLE,
4 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for fascinator
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“Fascinator.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fascinator. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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