Hand Fans

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    A hand or handheld fan offers a stylish and efficient way to manage your temperature. Easy to carry in a purse or pocket, pull out your hand fan when you’re on the brink of an overheat, and get some cooling airflow on your skin with just a few waves. For beating the heat, a handheld fan is becoming a must-carry accessory. No wonder hand fans are back in style, gracing fashion magazines and red carpets alike.

    Hand fans have been traced back 4,000 years to ancient Egypt and today’s styles of hand fans have come a long way since then, being used for ceremonies, elegant outfit accessories, and for practical cooling purposes. Here are a few popular modern hand fan styles:


    • Folding hand fans: Folding fans are a great design for everyday use. When you need them to do their thing, folding hand fans open into a half circle shape. When you’re finished with your fan, fold it up into a small size, perfect for pockets or handbags. Their compact form makes them a perfect style for custom hand fans.
    • Non-folding or fixed fans: These fans get their name because they are fixed to a handle. They do not fold or collapse, but maintain their shape. These fans are best when you don’t need to carry them with you, making them ideal for use around your home.
    • Fontage fans: A type of folding hand fan, the center sticks of a fontage fan are longer than the outside ones, giving the fan a shell shape.
    • Cockade fans: Another form of folding fan, a cockade fan opens all the way around, forming a double handle and full circle.

    To go with the various styles of hand fans, there are also several materials a fan can be made of. Some examples include:


    • Paper hand fans: Paper fans are a great affordable option, making them ideal for bulk hand fan orders. If you’re looking for a hand fan that will last more than a few uses, look for a fan made with durable, high-quality paper.
    • Feather hand fans: Feathers provide a regal hand fan look, dating back to ancient cultures and ceremonies. Feathers can be real or faux, and make for a dream accessory to bring to that next special event.
    • Fabric or cloth hand fans: Commonly made of cotton, cloth fans can come in all sorts of colorful prints and make great hand fans for weddings.
    • Silk hand fans: Hand fans made of silk bring an elegance to your outfit. They’re well suited for formal events or costume parties.
    • Lace hand fans: Lace makes for some of the most luxurious and intricately designed fans. There’s a reason lace is typically the material for bridal fans, including vintage hand fans that are often made of lace.
    • Straw hand fans: Woven fans originating from tropical countries, these fans are practical, durable, and give a great rustic vibe to your outfit or event.
    • Wood hand fans: Often styled with cutout patterns, wood hand fans are durable and provide a satisfying snapping sound when you open them. They’re great for engravings if you’re looking for a personalized hand fan. Consider sandalwood for giving off a nice aroma as you keep cool.