Skeleteen Novelty Cigarette Holder is a Costume Accessory that is ideal for kids and adults. It is real and functional if you put a real cigarettes in. If it is used just as a costume accessory, you can always put in a fake cigarette. This cigarette stick is a cool and stylish thing used to smoke back in the day. It is a vintage item that works for a 1920 theme party, Breakfast at Tiffany's theme party, The Great Gatsby theme party, etc. This item coordinates well with a pillbox hat, red or black elbow length gloves, a feather boa, a headpiece or headband styled like the flappers of the 20s, a faux fur shawl like Cruella De Ville from 101 Dalmation, etc. It is not exclusive for women, and can be used for men as well, with a formal french suit and tie, and a monocle. This particular cigarette holder is not meant for cigars. a cigar will no fit into the end. This item is a toy, but it can function normally. It is not a cigarette filter.