Fans Can Tell a Story ~ The Victorian Language of Fans

In Victorian times the ladies had an unspoken "fan" language

If a young lady held her fan to her lips, it begged a kiss

Dropping it meant friendship only

Drawing it across her eyes meant an apology

The fan placed near the heart signaled You have won my love

Did she hide the eyes behind an open fan ~ I love you

Opening and closing the fan several times ~ You are cruel ~

Fanning slowly meant I am married

Fanning quickly meant I am engaged

Twirling the fan in the left hand
~ You are being watched  ~

LOOKING FOR LACE FANS ??

Check out my website or my current auctions for pretty Belgian lace fans. A variety of colors are available.

Stunning handmade battenburg or Belgium lace antique look fans. Styled after  beauties from days gone by. Lovely for a bride, bridesmaids, or flower girls. Nice displayed on a bridal shower table or even hanging on the wall for your Shabby Chic or Victorian decors. Perfect for theatrical performances or Civil War re-enactors.Matching lace parasols are also available.

Victorian Reproduction FAN gift cards on my website! Perfect if you are giving fans as a gift!

Be sure To Visit My Latest Auctions

Click on my ME PAGE to find a link to my website. Nanalulus Linens and Handkerchiefs.I am sure you will find treasures there you will love. Monogrammed, wedding, & embroidered handkerchiefs, bed and table linens, tea accoutrements and tea party accessories. Beautiful Gifts, lace parasols and fans. Thanks for looking & enjoy your collecting!

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