barrister wig
Lawyer's white hairpiece
A barrister wig is the formal white horsehair wig worn by barristers in British and some Commonwealth courts.
These wigs, unchanged in style since the 18th century, are part of traditional courtroom attire along with robes.
The distinctive curled style signals legal authority and maintains courtroom formality: The young barrister adjusted her wig before addressing the judge.
- courtroomJudicial proceedings chamber
- judgeOne who decides
- legal professionAttorneys as a group
- gownLong formal garment
- court dressCeremonial attire for royalty
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barrister wigcasual wear
Informal, comfortable clothing
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