How to Store an Elven Circlet or Flower Crown
Congratulations on finding the circlet of your dreams from our collection! Now that you've invested in this stunning cosplay accessory, you'll want to ensure it remains as breathtaking as the day you purchased it. This guide will help you explore the best storage methods to protect your precious circlet or Elven crown and keep it in pristine condition for years to come.
1. Hat Box
A traditional way to store hats can also be used for hair accessories. They make an elegant storage solution and ideal for a circlet or crowns.
Hat boxes come in various sizes and styles from the modern soft fabric lined hat storage boxes with clear plastic windows so you are able to see the contents at a glance, to decorative vintage cardboard boxes that look attractive stacked on your closet shelf. They offer great protection from damage and dust and are light, but sturdy options for circlets and diadems.
Tip: You can stack 2 or 3 crowns in a single hat box by creating shelves inside! Simply cut circular pieces of sturdy cardboard to fit the box, then attach a small central support (a "foot") to the underside of each circle using hot glue. This will keep the shelves stable and your circlets neatly separated.
Hat Boxes on Amazon
Vintage hat boxes on Etsy
2. Budget-Friendly Storage Container
Clear plastic storage containers with secure lids offer a great option for storing your cosplay circlet or tiara. They come in many widths and heights that you will be able to find one to fit your headpiece perfectly. You can also find clear storage boxes to help identify its contents at a glance once stacked on your closet shelf.
Tip: Although it’s best to find the right-sized storage box for your crown, if you’ve purchased one of the many wire crowns from my collection and have space limitations, you can place your fairy crown in a narrower storage container, such as a plastic shoebox. Wire crowns can be easily manipulated back into their original shape by hand without causing damage.
Also another tip: to keep out any humidity in any of the storage solutions mentioned, it's a good idea to place a silica packet into your storage container to absorb any moisture.
Walmart Storage containers at Walmart
Silica Gel packets at Amazon
3. Wig Holder
A wig holder is a fun way to display your circlet crown as well as functioning as a storage solution. A cork filled head mannequin, along with a wig with the color of your choice, is a great way to display your special artistic headpieces and to be able to enjoy them at anytime.
Display them on a shelf or tabletop of your choice to give a dramatic display of your favorite pieces. By storing your cosplay crowns and delicate diadems in this manner you will be able to keep embellishments from getting crushed or damaged and you will have instant access to your hairpieces to play dress-up anytime you want!
Tip: With strip LED lighting, you can create a dramatic upward or downward glow to beautifully showcase a row of wig holders adorned with tiaras on a closet shelf.
Wig holder on Amazon
Wigs on Amazon
LED strip lights on Amazon
4. Acrylic Display Case
For high-end or particularly delicate crowns, acrylic cases offer the ultimate preservation method, protecting from dust, humidity, and potential physical damage.
They also offer a professional looking option to neatly display your crown headpieces knowing that it is fully protected whilst being on display. They can be found in many sizes to fit your hairpiece, you can also have them custom made to fit exactly your size requirements.
Tip: If you are crafty and like to sew, you could create a pillow to fit the internal dimensions of your box to rest your crown upon creating a fancy regal look just like the Crown Jewels!
Acrylic display case on Amazon
Protect the Magic, Treasure the Memories
Investing in proper storage isn’t just about protecting your cosplay circlet—it’s about preserving the memories and craftsmanship of the one-of-a-kind piece you’ve invested in. Choose a storage method that suits your crown’s design, dimensions, budget, and your intentions—whether you want to display it proudly or store it safely.
I hope these suggestions have inspired you to find the perfect way to showcase or protect your cosplay circlet.
If you are looking to add another crown to your collection of festival headwear please visit my collection of Circlets and Diadems.
If you would like to contribute a storage idea that you are currently using and would like to be included in this article, please leave a comment below.
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