Fine Feathered Friends: A Feather Fan Purchasing Guide!
Feather Fans are one of the most iconic props in burlesque, Popularized by multiple dancers like Jean Idell, Sally Rand and Noel Toy and often your first purchase a very special moment.
As a fan dancer myself, I know i had a hard time finding the best fans for ME!
I wanted to best deal but also wanted the best product... So lets begin.
Searching for that one pair of feather fans is a difficult task but on the internet there are many websites that devote themselves to the exquisite product. Finding the right pair of fans or
the right boa is not an easy task; there is a wide range of products and prices it will be overwhelming.
Small Businesses, Amazon, Ebay and Etsy can offer you a world wide market that includes international vendors and a good prices, but buyer beware: products that have no description or good background information might result in a bad purchase or even a poor quality product.
You want to know were they are coming from, if that seller that might not know much about the product to answer your questions that might be a dud also do they offer refunds.
Some descriptions will say "not assembled," which means that they do not come ready to use and you will have to put your mind into an IKEA mode to build your fans. It's sometimes better for the first time fan user to get them assembled and ready to use but take into account feather fans and boas are in essence fragile and need special care and instructions so make sure you read carefully before you make a large purchase!
As a fan dancer myself, I know i had a hard time finding the best fans for ME!
I wanted to best deal but also wanted the best product... So lets begin.
Searching for that one pair of feather fans is a difficult task but on the internet there are many websites that devote themselves to the exquisite product. Finding the right pair of fans or
the right boa is not an easy task; there is a wide range of products and prices it will be overwhelming.
Small Businesses, Amazon, Ebay and Etsy can offer you a world wide market that includes international vendors and a good prices, but buyer beware: products that have no description or good background information might result in a bad purchase or even a poor quality product.
You want to know were they are coming from, if that seller that might not know much about the product to answer your questions that might be a dud also do they offer refunds.
Some descriptions will say "not assembled," which means that they do not come ready to use and you will have to put your mind into an IKEA mode to build your fans. It's sometimes better for the first time fan user to get them assembled and ready to use but take into account feather fans and boas are in essence fragile and need special care and instructions so make sure you read carefully before you make a large purchase!
Let's Talk Feather Fans
Let’s talk Feather Fans First-
Sizes
36 Inches by 24
*Bamboo Fans are rather smaller based on the handles they use.
40 Inches by 20
50 Inches by 25
50 Inches by 30
60 Inches by 30
82 Inches by 40
*The largest ones are almost two pounds (1.85) they are called the sally rand tribute fan, You
might have seem Michelle L’Amour Dancing with them. They are sold at Fancyfeather.com
Pick the size that are best suited for your body, Some fans are smaller then others so make
sure you have your height in consideration when making your choice.
Feathers-
Fans typically have Ostrich Feathers as you know the bird it self originates from Africa,
It’s feathers vary from
Drabs *Female* (smaller feathers good for fascinators and small trim)
Plumes *Male* (Larger stronger feathers better for fans *note the thicker spine)
The plumes come in 8 inches and go to 28 inches in length.
Feather Fans usually contain 12 feathers per fan, Some site allow you to have 2 Layers to 4
Layers of smaller feathers they will be very fluffy. They look amazing on stage!
Sizes
36 Inches by 24
*Bamboo Fans are rather smaller based on the handles they use.
40 Inches by 20
50 Inches by 25
50 Inches by 30
60 Inches by 30
82 Inches by 40
*The largest ones are almost two pounds (1.85) they are called the sally rand tribute fan, You
might have seem Michelle L’Amour Dancing with them. They are sold at Fancyfeather.com
Pick the size that are best suited for your body, Some fans are smaller then others so make
sure you have your height in consideration when making your choice.
Feathers-
Fans typically have Ostrich Feathers as you know the bird it self originates from Africa,
It’s feathers vary from
Drabs *Female* (smaller feathers good for fascinators and small trim)
Plumes *Male* (Larger stronger feathers better for fans *note the thicker spine)
The plumes come in 8 inches and go to 28 inches in length.
Feather Fans usually contain 12 feathers per fan, Some site allow you to have 2 Layers to 4
Layers of smaller feathers they will be very fluffy. They look amazing on stage!
