Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fontange
noun
/fɒnˈtɑːndʒ/
Definition
A type of women’s headwear consisting of a framework with lace, worn in the 17th and 18th centuries.
Examples
- The queen wore a stunning fontange that drew all eyes at the court ball.
- Investing time in creating a beautiful fontange can enhance the overall elegance of a historical costume.
- She adjusted her fontange, making sure every lace ruffle was perfectly in place.
Meaning
Specifically, a high, elaborate headdress made of lace and ribbons, popular during the time of Louis XIV in France.
Synonyms
- headdress
- hairpiece
- millinery
