A church crown is a large, ornate women's hat characterized by wide brims, intricate millinery work, and heavy embellishments like rhinestones, feathers, or ribbons. These hats are a staple of Sunday best attire in Southern and African American church traditions. They serve both as a sign of religious reverence and a bold fashion statement.
Heard on the job
She walked in wearing a bright purple church crown that must have taken the milliner three days to block and trim.
Also heard as
- Sunday hat