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mantillas

noun

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plural of mantilla

as in handkerchiefs

a scarf worn on the head a beautiful Spanish lady with a lace mantilla

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Recent Examples of mantillas At the funeral for Pope Francis in April, Jill Biden, Queen Letizia of Spain, Princess Charlene of Monaco and Queen Rania of Jordan were among the high-profile royals and global dignitaries who wore mantillas with their mourning attire. —

Julia Teti, Footwear News, 23 Oct. 2025

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handkerchiefs

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Particular mostly to Louisiana weddings, the second line parade is quite the celebratory tradition in which a brass band and parasol-wielding newlyweds lead their guests, who wave handkerchiefs or napkins, on a festive jaunt through the city (or around their reception venue).

— Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 27 Feb. 2026
The showing marked a sharp contrast from the 2025 Gala, which had featured less advanced versions of the robots twirling handkerchiefs in a wobbly folk dance.

— Dylan Butts,Matthew Chin, CNBC, 20 Feb. 2026