Synonyms of mantilla

mantilla

noun

man-ˈtē-yə 

as in handkerchief

a scarf worn on the head

a beautiful Spanish lady with a lace mantilla

Synonyms & Similar Words

• handkerchief
• kerchief
• bandanna
• babushka
• shawl
• madras
• do-rag
• hankie

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of mantilla

Queen Camilla’s monochrome attire and choice of mantilla fall under papal protocol, requiring women who meet with the pope to wear black and a veil, symbolizing respect and modesty. — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 23 Oct. 2025

Camilla, 78, followed tradition with her black ensemble, wearing a silk dress by Fiona Clare and a mantilla by Philip Treacy. — Stephanie Petit, PEOPLE, 23 Oct. 2025

Queen Camilla, who was also dressed in traditional black attire and a lace veil (mantilla), as is customary for papal audiences, stood alongside Pope Leo XIV and King Charles at the San Damaso Courtyard. — Stephanie Giang-Paunon , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 23 Oct. 2025

Paredes poses in a black dress whose style imitates that of a classic Spanish mantilla shawl. — John Hopewell, Variety, 30 July 2025