Bicorne

A (or bicorn) is a historical two-cornered hat that became an iconic staple of military and naval uniforms in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Historical Context

: The hat is most famously associated with Napoleon Bonaparte , who reportedly owned about 120 of them throughout his career. Wearing Styles : bicorne

If you're looking to make one for a costume or collection, here are common methods: A (or bicorn) is a historical two-cornered hat

: Descended from the three-cornered tricorne , the bicorne was widely adopted by European and American officers around the 1790s. : Worn side-to-side (parallel to the face)

: Worn side-to-side (parallel to the face). Napoleon famously wore his this way to be easily spotted on the battlefield.

: Worn front-to-back. This became the standard for most military and naval officers after 1800.

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