hennin
A tall headdress worn by women of nobility in the Late Middle Ages of Europe; typically conical. Long strips of silk or gauze are sometimes attached.
Historically, the headpiece itself could be so tall that it made the wearer stand up to 12 feet in height.
Contrast with the escoffion, which is much wider, and sat over the wearer's head.
Variations
- Danbooru asset #23068105: Conical hennin
- Danbooru asset #23068144: Horned hennin with a wimple beneath
- Danbooru asset #23068107: Truncated hennin