cardinals — of prime importance; chief; principal: of cardinal significance.
fichus — a woman's kerchief or shawl, generally triangular in shape, worn draped over the shoulders or around the neck with the ends drawn together on the breast.
wraps — to enclose in something wound or folded about (often followed by up): She wrapped her head in a scarf.
guises — general external appearance; aspect; semblance: an old principle in a new guise.
shields — a broad piece of armor, varying widely in form and size, carried apart from the body, usually on the left arm, as a defense against swords, lances, arrows, etc.
cap — A cap is a soft, flat hat with a curved part at the front which is called a peak. Caps are usually worn by men and boys.
