The truth about your tiara!

The truth about your tiara!

By Ann-Marie Payne - 1st-Choice Tiaras



A tiara (from Persian tara borrowed by latin as "tiara") is a form of

a crown. Often referred as a diadem.



Traditionally, the word tiara refers to a high crown often with a

shape of a cylinder narrowed at its top, made of fabric or leather and

richly luxuriant. A diadem (from the Greek 'diadema, diadeo' to

surround) was originally a white ribbon that weas placed on the

shoulders that surrounded the head of the king.



A Tiara was historically used by kings and emperors of ancient people

to denote power and wealth. The Assyrians used to include a pair of

bull horns and a circle of feathers as a decoration symbol of

authority. This design was modified by the Persians to a more similar

truncated cone, without the horns and feathers, with elaborate ornate

jewels and a conic shaped tip at the top.



During the birth of Catholicism the Papal tiara was introduced. A high

cap surrounded by three crowns and bearing a globe surmounted by a

cross. This was worn by the Pope during certain ceremonies bearing the

symbol of his authority. Since Pope Paul VI set aside his tiara after

the second Vatican Council the Papal Tiara has not been used. Pope

Benedict XVI even removed the tiara from his Coat of Arms replacing

the symbolism of a mitre. The fictional superheroine Wonder Woman is

usually always depicted wearing a tiara; hers can be thrown as a

weapon, as can that worn by the Pope



Moderns times have seen the tiara become a feminine symbolism for a

bride. The tiara has become a semi-circular band, often metal and

decorated with jewels. It is worn by the bride and/or bridesmaids

around their head or on the forehead. Traditionally worn with a veil

the tiara is adorned as an important piece of bridal attire.



Tiaras have become a modern symbol of beauty, frequently used

to "crown" the winners of beauty pageants. More recently a tiara has

become widely used as a valuable fashion item to wear, tiaras are now

seen at many formal occasions. High Schools have set the standard for

this fashion accessory and have become an essential item for a girl

attending her prom.



Tiaras are nowadays handcrafted using metal, wire, semi precious

stones and crystals. All designed to give that sparkle factor. Worn

with confidence a tiara is a perfect keepsake for your special day!



Translations



Deutsch (German)

n. - Tiara, Diadem



Nederlands (Dutch)

Tiara, Diadeem



Français (French)

Tiare, diadème



Italiano (Italian)

Tiara, diadema



Português (Portuguese)

n. - Tiara (f)



Español (Spanish)

n. - Diadema, Tiara



Svenska (Swedish)

n. - Tiara, diadem





Ann-Marie Payne is the founder of 1st-Choice Tiaras. Suppliers of

exquisite handcrafted tiaras made especially for your special day. If

you would like any further information please contact info@1st-

choicetiaras.com