Language of the Fan

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In recent times, fans have become an expression of fashion among women, who have converted this elegant instrument into a “perfidious weapon of coquetry”, with a language that is both secret and risqué.

• Resting against one's chin: I don't trust you.

• Half-open in front of one's face: Careful Shading oneself from the sun (or, him): I don't like you.

• Tapping the fan ribs with one's index finger when it is closed: We have to talk.

• Brushing strands of hair from the forehead: Do not forget me.

• Holding fan in left hand: I want to make your acquaintance.

• Poke him in the ribs: I like you. Pay attention to me.

• Turning fan in right hand: I love another.

• Passing fan along his cheek: I love you.

• Fanning quickly: Passion.

• Fanning slowly: Lack of interest.

• Handle on his lips: Kiss me.

• Letting the fan fall to the floor: I give up. I am yours.

• Letting the fan rest on the right cheek: Yes

• Letting the fan rest on the left Cheek: No

• Twirling the fan in the left hand: We are being watched.

• Twirling the fan in the right hand: I love another.

• Presenting the fan shut: Do you love me?