Bit of pageant wear (5)

I believe the answer is:

tiara

(Other definitions for tiara that I've seen before include "High diadem" , "Small crown" , "Ornamental head gear" , "pope may have been topped by one" , "Woman's headdress for very formal occasions" .)

I've seen this clue in The New York Times.

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