Became widely popular in the 20th century, but their origins trace back to the 18th and 19th centuries when women wore lightweight, decorative headpieces made of lace, flowers, feathers, and fabric. The modern fascinators as we know them- ornamental headpieces attached to a clip or headband gained popularity in the late 1900s thanks to designers and members of the British royal family. Today, they often replace traditional hats for a more stylish, effortlessly chic addition to any look.