A hatpin is a decorative pin for holding a hat to the head, usually by the hair. A pin is a device used for fastening objects or material together A hat is a headcovering It may be worn for protection against the elements for religious reasons for safety or as a Fashion accessory. In Western culture, a hatpin is almost solely a female item and is often worn in a pair. Western culture (sometimes equated with Western Civilization) are terms which are used to refer to Cultures of European origin They are typically around 20cm in length, with the pinhead being the most decorated part. A centimetre ( American spelling: centimeter, symbol cm) is a unit of Length in the Metric system, equal to one hundredth
The hatpin was invented to hold wimples and veils in place, and was hand-made. The wimple is a Garment of Mediaeval Europe worn by Women. It is a cloth which usually covers the head and is worn around the A veil is an article of clothing worn almost exclusively by women that is intended to cover some part of the head or Face. In Britain, demand eventually outgrew the number that could be supplied by hand-making, and they began to be imported from France. The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland was the formal name of the United Kingdom from 1 January 1801 until 12 April 1927 This article is about the country For a topic outline on this subject see List of basic France topics. In 1832, a American machine was invented to manufacture the pins, and they became much more affordable. Year 1832 ( MDCCCXXXII) was a Leap year starting on Sunday (link will display the full calendar of the Gregorian The United States of America —commonly referred to as the In Britain, they rose to popularity towards the end of the Victorian era, and continue to be a popular accessory. Culture The Victorian fascination with novelty resulted in a deep interest in the relationship between modernity and cultural continuities Fashion accessories are decorative items that supplement one's garment, such as Jewelry, Gloves, Handbags, Hats belts,
Hatpins are also collectible items, and there is an American Hatpin Society for collectors.
References
- Encyclopædia Britannica <[1]> Accessed August 16, 2005.
- The Encyclopedia of Hatpins and Hatpin Holders by Lillian Baker
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