How to Wear a Bandana on Your Head, Stylists' Tips for Women

The bandana has long been used not as an attribute, but as a practical and convenient protection from sand and dust. This part of the wardrobe appeared almost simultaneously among both the Spanish and the Americans. Only some used it from dust and wind, and others - from the scorching sun on the ranch. Today, a headband is a stylish accessory that has received maximum use both as a thing, and as a decoration, and even as a way to emphasize a beautiful haircut. Fashionistas should definitely learn how to use it correctly to look stylish and elegant.

Features of choosing the right accessory

A bandana is a small piece of fabric that you can use to experiment with your image. In addition to the decorative function, this item helps protect the face from bad weather and heat. The choice of a bandana begins with determining the main parameters of this accessory, which include:

1. Shape. Triangular scarves are the easiest to tie, square ones are simple and convenient, rectangular ones are the standard type and are used more often than others. Recently, bandanas-buffs have become popular, which simultaneously serve as a scarf, a face bandage and a shawl.
2. Material. Silk, cotton, leather, warm cashmere and many other options are available. There are many types of materials, but you should choose based on practicality and convenience.
3. Color solutions. The choice of color begins with classic options: black, white, red, yellow or brown are in demand. If such colors do not suit you, then you can consider the following shades: aquamarine, light green, purple, azure or gold. If all this seems too boring, then the right choice is a label or a beautiful picture.

Now every bandana lover can choose something special for themselves, you just need to look at the assortment.

How and what to wear

The correct use of a bandana is as an additional accessory that emphasizes the advantages of the main outfit. It is ideal for a simple, "street" casual style, which is dominated by jeans, loose untucked shirts, leather jackets. A bandana is a universal item that suits both men and women. It can be worn on the head, neck and even hips. Many guys prefer to complement their wardrobe with a stylish handkerchief, which can be used as a light neckband at any time.

If you use this wardrobe attribute as a neck scarf for women, it will go well with summer dresses and sundresses. Also, don't forget about short country-style shorts with scuffs or lots of zippers and rivets. Another option: a long, roomy skirt and a short bandana, simply tied around the arm. Girls also make them a harmonious addition to their bags, briefcases, which looks stylish, elegant, and sometimes just cute.

The bandana is traditionally considered an essential accessory for leather clothing.

Tying methods

To harmoniously fit a bandana into your image, you need to learn how to wear it correctly. It is very important that it does not slip while moving. The variety of ways to tie a bandana can be considered a form of art, and everyone will find a method that suits them.

Classical

The easiest way to tie a headscarf. In addition to its beauty, this style is also practical and convenient. How to tie a bandana the classic way:

1. Fold the scarf diagonally to form a triangle.
2. Place the straight line of the base of the product on the forehead, and move the sharp end of the scarf to the back of the head.
3. Tie the right and left ends into a knot over the top sharp one. If it comes loose, you can always tuck it in.

Some fashionistas prefer to leave the main end free, which also looks original and stylish.

Female

As the name suggests, this method is not suitable for men, but it is ideal for women and girls. The sequence of tying:

1. Fold the bandana diagonally.
2. Place the base of the triangle on the top of the neck and pull the ends tight.
3. Tie the ends into one tight knot, then make a second, looser knot on top of it.
4. Pull the main end through the resulting hole between the two knots, tighten the top one well, thus securing the entire structure.

The feminine way of tying a bandana is not only practical, it will also serve its owner as an accent for a stylish haircut or hairstyle.

Hippie

It should be noted that this method of tying is also suitable for using the bandana as a bracelet. Only then is the scarf, folded several times, put on the hand, not on the head. Method of tying:

1. The original appearance is a diagonally folded scarf.
2. Starting from the wide side, fold the bandana several times to create a medium-width strip of fabric.
3. Place the strip on your forehead and tie it in a double knot at the back of your head.
4. For greater elegance, the bandage can be turned with a knot to the right or left side.

If the strip of fabric turns out to be long, then the loose ends can always be hidden under a knot.

Vice versa

The main difference from the "hippie" method is that the knot is on the forehead. After tying, the bandana just needs to be turned 180 degrees. Otherwise, the sequence is no different from the previous method. The method is perfect for young fashionistas who strive to be original in everything.

Pirate style

A very unique and attractive way to tie a scarf. Perfect for both the beach and a costume party, such as Halloween. The sequence of tying a pirate scarf:

1. The bandana should not be folded diagonally. Instead, one end of the scarf should be pulled to the center of the square or rectangle, depending on its shape.
2. Place the straight line of the curved part over the eyebrows and carefully pull the 2 side ends.
3. Tie them into a knot. Even if the remaining third end is not hidden, it will only add spice to the image.

The pirate style is very similar to the classic one and will even suit a light summer sundress, but only if you choose a scarf in delicate pastel colors.

 

On the neck

A narrow bandana strip tied around the neck looks very attractive and gentle. It also serves as a great addition to almost any kind of outfit. You just need to choose the right colors, shades of clothing elements, accessories.

The first way to tie a neck knot is the cowboy way. You need:

• fold the scarf diagonally;
• wrap the base around the neck and tie it in a knot;
• straighten the remaining sharp corner.

To make a scarf tied in a cowboy style look more attractive, the bandana should not be tied too tightly around the neck, but rather loosened a little to create several beautiful folds.

Second way:

• fold the bandana diagonally;
• fold several times, starting from the base of the triangle;
• wrap the resulting strip around your neck and tie a knot.

It looks very impressive when the knot is in the front or on the side of the neck. Some girls use a wide scarf and make a small bow.

Wristband

A stylish bandana wristband is no different in its production from a neckband. It also needs to be folded to form a strip of fabric, wrapped around the wrist and secured on the back. There are 2 convenient ways to secure it:

1. A simple but neat knot.
2. Laying one strip of fabric halfway over another and tucking the ends under it. This makes the folded bandana look like a single piece, like a bracelet.

Some fashionistas use a bandana folded in this way for a more extravagant ankle wear. It goes very well with summer shoes with heels or stilettos.

In retro style

For those who are bored with the gray everyday life, a retro-style bandana will do. It will add color and diversify the appearance, especially in combination with round sunglasses and bright makeup. A simple way to tie a retro-style bandana:

1. Perform all the operations described when tying a classic bandana, but do not tuck the main corner between the two knots.
2. Turn the tied scarf so that the main knots are on top of the head. In this case, the entire structure can be slightly shifted to the back of the head.
3. Now the corner can be tucked between the two knots and tightened.

It is advisable to use a curling iron to create playful curls, and the classic retro style is ready.

In the form of a pipe

For this method, it is best to use a bandana-buff, which itself resembles a pipe. One side of the product is put on the head up to the ear line, and the other is tucked into the back of the head or simply pressed down a little with your hand. A couple of movements and the buff, folded in this way, turns into a neck scarf, a neat light cap or even a regular hair tie. A very convenient and, most importantly, practical accessory.

Stylish turban

The oriental style is attractive and charming in its variety of revealing and free outfits. But few people know that from an ordinary bandana you can make a comfortable and stylish turban, which will add a touch of glamour to any party or just during an evening walk along the seaside. A simple way to tie it:

1. Take a fairly wide scarf and roll it into a bundle.
2. They wrap it around the head from the back so that the ends meet on the forehead. They make a simple knot.
3. Place the free ends of the scarf one on top of the other and twist them together.
4. The end of the roll is tucked behind the base at the back of the head.

A turban is a national part of the wardrobe of many peoples of the world. Thick fabric is mainly used for it. A bandana turban is more of an accessory, so it is necessary to choose something light and natural.

On the hips

You can tie a bandana on your hips in the same way as on your neck, but you will need a larger scarf. You just need to fold it diagonally and roll it into a narrow strip. Tie it around your hip and make a loose knot, and hide the loose ends behind the base.

Stylish Hairstyles with Bandana

A bandana can be used to highlight a stylish hairstyle. A narrow or, on the contrary, wide strip of fabric will add charm to fluttering curls and make their owner charmingly gentle and romantic. Bandana is often used for hairstyles in the Greek style, ponytail.

Ponytail

A ponytail hairstyle always looks elegant, but you can add a twist with a bandana. Fold the scarf diagonally and make a small tourniquet. Wrap the tail from below and form a simple knot on top. If the bandana is long, it is better to intertwine the loose ends and hide them under the hair with invisible hairpins. If it is short, just leave them hanging freely.

In Greek style

The beginning is exactly the same as when tying a ponytail: fold diagonally, wrap starting from the back of the head, and make a knot at the top. Only with the Greek style, the bandana should be tied closer to the forehead, and the knot should be made tighter, since the scarf here plays more of a supporting role. A small stylish bow should be formed from the free ends.

In pin-up style

Suitable for those with long bangs, it will add childish spontaneity and romantic notes. The pin-up style is very popular now and implies a certain “cartoony” quality to the image. A bright, preferably multi-colored, scarf would be suitable for such a hairstyle.

How to wear a bandana in this style:

1. Fold the fabric diagonally, and then fold it several times to create a narrow strip.
2. Wrap the strip, starting from the back of the head, bring it to the top of the head, 5-6 cm before the forehead. Make a knot so that it is on the side.
3. Form a small bow on top of the knot with even “petals” diverging to the sides.

If the hairstyle is long enough, but does not have bangs, then it can be formed from your own “ponytail”.

How to wear the product on your face

A bandana is not often worn on the face. At the same time, do not forget that this is its original purpose. If there is a strong wind with dust or just cold weather outside, then the bandana on the face can be tied as follows:

• fold diagonally;
• Place the base over the nose and bring the free ends out to the back of the neck;
• tie a tight knot.

The convenience of this method is that the bandana can be simply pulled from the face to the chin at any time, thus making a stylish neck scarf out of it. It is recommended to choose transformable models, as some stars do. It is convenient, for example, when there is a fashionable narrow strip on the hair that can cover the entire head if the weather is very sunny outside.

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