Addressed: It's Hot Out. You Need a Hand Held Fan. But Which One?
Hey, did you hear about this? It's hot out. Like sweltering hot. 'It's not the heat, it's the humidity,' you might say, and guess what? It's also insanely humid. Standard eight-minute walks from here to there have become an exercise in how disgusting you can feel while still having to show your face to the world (the answer is very). Heatwave dressing (which is just summer dressing, really) has been a big topic of conversation here at Addressed; we've already discussed how to approach the sandals conundrum, the shorts issue, the hat situation, and, of course, the it's-boiling-outside-and-freezing-at-your-desk debacle. There's only one thing left to think about when we step out of the house each morning—did we remember to grab the fan?
But what kind of fan are we reaching for? There are so many different styles to choose from now, so we've put together a fun guide to help you find the right hand held fan for you.
A classic accordion hand held fan seen in Florence during the Pitti Uomo shows.
Photographed by Acielle / Style Du Monde
A Classic Accordion Fan
This foldable version is a classic for a reason. Its slim size means it can live at the bottom of your bag, and with a quick flick of the wrist you're on your way to cool-down city.
Perfect for: If you have a bit of a boho streak, you can find a vintage—always vintage!—groovy floral or lace-trimmed version that matches your dreamy vibes. Alternatively, if your style leans more no-nonsense, a version picked up at a souvenir tourist shop during your summer travels might be right for you. And if you're really fancy—Hermès makes a calfskin heart-shaped version.
An Around-the-Neck Fan
I don't know how this objet was invented, but I have to assume it was a DJ who, looking in the mirror while his headphones hung limply around his neck said to himself, 'there's got to be a better way!' And so he turned the speakers into fans that not only cool you off, but keep your hands free for reading and drinking an ice cold beveragino.
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