mantilla

Example Sentences

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In one, his head is thrown back in a gesture that could be interpreted as laughter or ecstasy; in another, he wears a mantilla and prays.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 2, 2024

The off-white lace mantilla that was handed down from them was held over the bride’s head and draped over the groom’s shoulder by the couple’s mothers during the nuptial blessing.

From New York Times • Sep. 18, 2020

Picture it – she’ll turn up in an immaculately tailored black suit, probably accessorised with a mantilla.

From The Guardian • Jan. 18, 2018

Her refined black-lace mantilla, Katzew says, is virtually unique in the casta painting genre.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 22, 2017

I dressed and combed my hair, and she helped me pin the mantilla to the top of my head.

From "When I Was Puerto Rican" by Esmeralda Santiago