Mermaid’s Tale: Ivory Teardrop Fascinator with Iridescent Sculptural Wave

Mermaid’s Tale is an elegant ivory fascinator, crowned with a sculptural iridescent crinoline swirl that moves like a soft, luminous wave. Light catches the surface with a pearlescent shimmer, shifting subtly as you move — refined, modern, and quietly enchanting. This is a bridal piece with presence, designed for women who want something artistic rather than overtly traditional. The clean teardrop base anchors the design, while the floating, wave-like form brings softness and motion, echoing the meeting point between structure and fluidity. About the Inspiration This piece is inspired by Margaret Howe Lovatt, whose extraordinary story bridges science, emotion, and the human desire to communicate beyond boundaries. Best known for her involvement in the Dolphin House experiments of the 1960s, Lovatt’s life speaks to curiosity, empathy, and immersion in another world. The sculptural wave reflects this idea of crossing realms — between land and sea, logic and intuition. Mermaid’s Tale symbolises sensitivity, intelligence, and the courage to explore the unfamiliar. Key Features Style: Teardrop fascinator with sculptural wave form, a statement fascinator for Royal Ascot, or a perfect contemporary bridal headpiece Material: Ivory felt base with iridescent crinoline swirl Colour: Soft ivory with pearlescent shimmer Fixing: Brown millinery elastic (default) Fit: Designed to be worn on the right-hand side Handmade: Crafted by hand in London at the Sahar Millinery studio How to Style It ✔ Beautiful with clean, architectural bridal gowns or modern tailoring✔ Complements silk, crepe, wool, and winter bridal fabrics✔ Works perfectly with hair worn softly waved, in a low bun, or sleek and tucked behind the ears✔ Pair with pearl, opal, or diamond jewellery for a cohesive luminous look Perfect For Bridal Fascinator for modern or alternative brides White wedding hat for civil ceremonies or winter weddings Ivory Fascinator for elegant guests at formal occasions such as Royal Ascot Winter wedding hat where texture and structure matter Terms & Conditions Please note, if we don’t have this ivory fascinator hat in stock, it is made to order and normally takes 3–4 weeks to ship. If you need your hat for a specific date, please let us know. This fascinator is worn on the right-hand side. By default, it is finished with brown elastic. If you’d like any changes to the fitting, colour, or sculptural details, or wish to explore bespoke options, please email [email protected]. Each piece is handmade in London in the Sahar Millinery studio.