Wood Rocket Daddy Large Folding Hand Fan – Black & Gold

The Wood Rocket Daddy fan is a large folding hand fan that does two jobs at once: it keeps you cool, and it announces exactly who's in charge. Black satin with gold lettering, it snaps open with a flick of the wrist and folds away into a bag or back pocket when you're done. It's a statement accessory for anyone who owns the title, or wants to hand it to someone who does.

Where it gets used

Big folding fans are a staple of Pride marches, drag brunches, dance floors and summer festivals, where a sharp open-and-snap is part of the show. This one adds a wink for the leather and kink crowd, and it works just as well as a gag gift for a birthday or a bachelor party. Hand it to your daddy, or carry it yourself and let people draw their own conclusions.

How it's made

The ribs are glossy bamboo, which keeps the fan light and stiff enough to move a good amount of air. The leaf is satin rather than paper, so it won't crease or tear the way cheap party fans do, and the black and gold colourway looks smart rather than tacky. Because it's large, it pushes noticeably more air than a standard handbag fan.

Snapping a folding hand fan open

Hold the fan closed by the base, grip the outermost rib between your thumb and finger, and flick your wrist outward so the leaf fans out in one movement. Close it by folding the ribs back with your other hand. Practise a few times before you head out; a clean snap lands better than a fumble.

Care

Keep it dry. If it gets splashed, open it fully and let it air-dry before closing so the satin doesn't hold creases or mildew. Wipe the ribs with a dry cloth, and store it closed so the satin stays flat.

Specifications

• Brand: Wood Rocket
• Style: large folding hand fan
• Print: "Daddy"
• Colour: black and gold
• Materials: glossy bamboo ribs, satin leaf

Other Wood Rocket fans include the Bad Bitch and Fabulous designs, and there's a matching Daddy paddle. See the full Wood Rocket range.