The History of Wedding Tiaras – A Noble Past

Wedding tiaras may have existed almost as long as humans have on this world. Similar to how tiaras and crowns are being used today, tiaras even during the ancient times were used to highlight the beauty of the wearer. However, during those times, only members of royalty were allowed to wear crowns or tiaras. The size and design signified the status of the wearer.

The earliest evidence on the use of tiaras was found on the mummies of royalty in Egypt. For the Greeks, the use of tiaras symbolized that the wearer was of holy descent, either a descendant of the gods or their priests. Tiaras were also used to signify people of high rank in Greek society as well as to award champions of competitions. Similarly, the Roman Empire also utilized the same system in order to symbolize social status.

It was in Persia where the term tiara was first used. Similar to other early tiaras, the Persian tiara was tall and elaborately decorated with precious stones. In contrast to other cultures, only the king was allowed to wear a tiara. The kings or pharaohs of ancient Egypt wore a three level crown depicting unity. During the ancient times, the materials used in making crowns and tiaras were not limited to using precious stones and metals and yet they still yielded as the same effect. In Assyria, kings wore crowns and tiaras which utilized the horns of bulls as well as feathers.

It is fascinating to see that up until that time, it was more common to see men adorn themselves with tiaras. In Napoleon’s time, a lot of the actions and decisions during those times were highly influenced by ancient Rome. It was during this time when more women of nobility were seen wearing tiaras. Even the Russian nobility were also influenced by this extravagant way of demonstrating wealth and prominence in society. Designers from countries in Europe have produced elaborate crowns and tiaras for Russian nobility that have surpassed even those in other countries.

In France during the 19th century, there was a surge in the use of tiaras to signify abundant wealth. Some of most intricately designed crowns and tiaras were made by the English during this time. It has also been said that it was during this time that tiaras were first used as an accessory for weddings.

At the beginning of the 20th century, the demand for tiaras has increased significantly. Both men and women of nobility were seen wearing tiaras. Even with the changing economic stability caused by emergence of two World Wars, the popularity of wearing crowns and tiaras may have diminished but have not totally disappeared.

It was during the modern era when the popularity of tiaras gained a boost. The new designs and styles of tiaras emerging over the past years are within reach for most people who wish to dress up their special event by wearing a tiara. The wide variety of styles and designs coupled with affordability has caused a revival in their demand and use in weddings. These days, it has become easier for a woman to find the wedding tiara she wants. Women just need to look around and they will find the tiara that will make them look and feel like royalty.

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