Headbands Are Making A Comeback, And Here Are Some Ways To Style Them
Over the last few years, headbands have been making a comeback. As a member of Gen Z, I have fond memories of sporting different colored headbands as I walked down the halls of my middle school.
Then, the everyday headband trend began to die down a bit, and they were used as a very occasional accessory.
However, headbands are making a comeback, and people are realizing how fun it is to wear them outside of the gym or yoga studio.
If you’re ready to incorporate headbands into your everyday looks, here are some ways to style and wear them.
With a slick-backed hairdo
Usually, when wearing a headband, you use it to keep your hair that’s already down out of your face or keep your baby hairs pushed back while wearing a ponytail.
While it may not be instinctual to wear a headband with a slicked-back bun, it can look really cool. It’s a perfect opportunity to show off your fancier headbands and level up any outfit.
To cover up unwashed hair
Headbands are one of the best ways to deal with unwashed hair. More people are beginning to realize the benefits of not washing their hair every day, but that means you have to get creative when it comes to masking your unwashed hair. Tossle your hair with some dry shampoo and wear a headband to get through the day.
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Over a messy bun
If you want an easy way to jazz up a messy bun, throw on a headband! A pretty, braided headband looks especially great over a messy bun. If you leave a few pieces of hair in the front, it creates a very whimsical, fairy-like look.
With short hair
If you’ve just gotten a short haircut and aren’t sure how you feel about the look yet, try switching things up and throwing on a headband.
Headbands look especially cute over wavy, short hairdos like long bobs. Leave a few framing pieces of hair in the front and go bold with a printed or beaded headband, or keep things simple with a regular one.
Pinterest is a great place to start if you’re looking for headband inspiration. You can see which kind of headbands speak to you, whether they’re a certain pattern, size, shade, material, etc.
Headbands are so accessible because so many retail stores will have a few to look at and take home with you.
The next time you’re not feeling great about your hair or feel like your outfit is missing something, rely on the handy accessory that is the headband and see how you can take your look to the next level, all while keeping your hair out of your beautiful face. Have fun with them!
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