How to Tie a Headband

Tying a headband keeps your hair out of your face.

Scarves worn as headbands are a chic way to transform your look or make the best of a bad hair day. You can use a bandanna for a more casual look or a silk scarf for a more elegant style. Whether you use a narrow rectangular scarf or a square scarf, folding and tying it into a headband takes only a little effort. Find a scarf that matches your outfit and don't let misbehaving bangs or frizz ruin your day again.

Things You'll Need

• Scarf, bandanna, or fabric

Instructions

1. Choose a scarf or bandanna. You may also use a piece of fabric with the dimensions of a scarf or bandanna.

2. Fold your scarf, bandanna, or fabric. For a long, rectangular scarf, fold it lengthwise once or twice until it is the desired width. For square fabrics, fold into a triangle and then fold the pointed end under until the fabric is the desired width.

3. Wrap the scarf or bandanna around your head.

4. Tie a square knot at the nape of your neck. You can also tie the ends in a bow above your ear for a whimsical look.

Tips & Warnings

• If you have especially fine hair, you can tie your scarf over a traditional headband to make sure it stays in place.

References

• Glamour: A New Hermès Website Lets The World's Most Stylish Girls Show You How To Tie A Scarf
• Gala Darling: How to Wear a Scarf