Over a century ago, the demure hand-held accessory was used to convey messages rather than to create a breeze. We are aware of several of the gestures and their meanings. With handle to lips:  Kiss me Placing it on left ear:  You have changed Fanning slowly:  I am married Fanning fast:  I am engaged Open wide:  Wait for me Dropping:  We are friends Drawing across … Continue reading The Language of Fans