As another punishing summer sends temperatures soaring across Spain, an old-fashioned accessory is making a striking comeback: the traditional folding hand fan, or abanico.
From crowded subway cars and sun-baked plazas to concerts and music festivals, Spaniards are increasingly turning to the simple fan for relief. Small enough to slip into a purse or pocket, the abanico opens into a semicircle with a quick flick of the wrist and produces a surprisingly effective breeze.
