People tend to associate flower crowns and fascinators with weddings and events like Coachella and usually on someone under the age of 30 . But there are countless holidays, cultural events and special occasions where they the perfect fashion accessory for all ages to wear.
We might be a little biased because we are based in the SF Bay Area and partial to the famous song lyric, “If you’re going to San Francisco, be sure to wear flowers in your hair.” But perhaps when you see the different places that the participants in our flower crown classes have worn theirs, you might convinced to have a flower crown (or two) in your wardrobe.
Most of photos featured here were taken immediately after class. This is why you’ll see the women wearing everyday clothing rather than outfits coordinated to their creations. The only photo which is not from one of our class is the one of the woman in the graduation cap and gown which is from Pinterest.
All of the flower crowns in our classes are made using faux flowers and foliage along with other eco -friendly embellishments like beads, gems, feathers, pearls and more. Flower crowns made in our class will last for years, not days.
So here is a photo guide for wearing flower crowns all year round.
Winter Celebrations
New Year’s Eve Winter Solstice
A monochromatic design in white with silver access will make you look like an ice princess.
Galentine’s Day
As Miley Cyrus says ” I can buy my own flowers” So gather your besties and wear our flower crowns which won’t wilt, fade or make you sneeze.
Mardi Gras
A headpiece with feathers, flowers and foliage in neon colors and sparkly embellishments will get you in a festive spirit to let the good times roll.
Kentucky Derby
Go Big or Go Home. The entire point of Kentucky Derby headpieces, at least in the eyes of some, is to stand out, and you can’t stand out without doing something unique.
Graduations
To celebrate individuality and add a personal touch to graduation, consider wearing a flower crown on your cap.
Gay Pride Events
Whether you are gay or a gay ally, wear the rainbow colors of the LGBTQ flag on your head at Pride events
Music Festivals
These two women pictured were going to a Florence Welch concert. At Bruno Mars concert’s fans are encouraged to wear a flower crown of red roses like the woman in his music video for the Romantic album.
Burning Man
A headpiece is a “mobile art installation” that you can wear on the playa. And if you add battery operated lights, it becomes a functional as well as decorative piece of art.
Renaissance Fairs
Even if you order your costume from Amazon, a custom made flower crown will elevate the look.
Halloween
A costume is more than just the neck down, it is the extra touches like the right headpiece the make the look.
Day of the Dead
No explaination needed
Santa Con
The Santa Con in San Francisco is not just a pub crawl. They have costume contests and a toy donation drive. But the most fun is seeing how many ways people interpret dressing for the occassion.
Xmas Holiday
Xmas decor can repurposed into amazing head pieces for you to wear to holiday parties.
Tea Parties
Fascinators are a long-standing part of British tea party culture They add a touch of sophistication and style to the outfit.
Sporting Events
Show your team spirit by wearing a flower crown in the colors of your favorite sports team. The WBNA Valkyries sponsored us for a pre-game celebration for the fans to make a flower crown before one of their games.
Photo shoots
She was celebrating the “gotcha day” anniversary of her fur baby and did a flower collar for her dog to coordinate with her flower crown.
Birthday Celebrations
Whether you are turning nine or ninety, when it is your birthday you want to feel like queen for a day. And all queens wear a crown.
Cosplay events
Cosplay is not limited to Halloween any more.
Cultural Heritage Events
This lady made a flower crown to honor her Korean heritage.
Flower crowns aren’t reserved for one special day. They’re a way to celebrate milestones, express your creativity, show your team spirit, honor traditions, or simply add something beautiful to an ordinary afternoon.
And if you’re ready to create one of your own, I’d love to help. Join one of our Sunday flower crown workshops in Oakland, book a private party, or invite Mannequin Madness to bring a fully facilitated flower crown experience to your next event. Your next favorite accessory might be one you make yourself.
Visit our website to shop for mannequins and dress forms, rent display pieces, or recycle your old mannequins.
