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Ornate

In the 19th century, women's hats were often adorned with entire birds or elaborate feather arrangements, a fashion trend that led to the near extinction of many bird species. These "bird hats" were status symbols, with elaborate designs using exotic birds, which sparked a backlash and led to the formation of conservation groups like the Audubon Society, driven by prominent women of the era.

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