How to Wear a Headband
Date Night
Headbands are a wonderful option for pushing your hair out of your face without always resorting to a ponytail. And the thin headbands are so classic and chic. This tutorial is going to show you how to place a headband so it’s pretty but still functional.
It can be done on curly or straight hair, with or without bangs!
The only thing you need for this tutorial is a headband! Mine was a gift from Gussy at Gussy Sews. It’s perfectly thin but adorned with a unique and adorable ruffle on one side. If you like what you see, here is where to get it!
Refer to this post to see what’s in my hair.
(shirt: j. crew, pants: j.crew, shoes: target fall 2011, jewelry: Elisabeth Ashlie {unavailable})
I store the headbands we make by placing 1 side of them in a mason jar! It’s a great way to see the adornment of the headband and still keep them organized!
(none of the headbands you see here are for sale as we are getting ready for this! BUT there are 2 Gussy Sews headbands in there (the ruffle ones) and those are for sale here!)
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Were you spraying your hair with the normal Kenra 25 hairspray you use or was that something else? How much hairspray do you go thru? How long does a can last you? Love your hair & videos!!!! Thank you for taking the time!
Can you tell us more about how this would work if we don’t have bangs? Or if we have long bangs?? I haven’t quite figured out how to do it without looking like my piano teacher from 1998! Thanks!! You’re adorable! Love your blog!
I just love Gussy, but I don’t have any of her headbands yet… I love how headbands can add just the right touch to an outfit! Thanks for sharing. 🙂
I have never tried a head band…I am feeling very inspired to give it a go!
Awesome tutorial! You are so, so cute. I say that every week though. 🙂 I love those headbands. I NEED some of those as well. 🙂
Oh, thank you!!! I’ve been trying to figure this out! I gave up and threw my headbands away! I’m going to have to buy some more now. 🙂
I got Kenra 25 this week and it made the most fabulous difference in my hair. I’m trying to be stingy with it because it is way pricier than my other hairspray, but I LOVE it!!
Cute. I love all your tutorials. Thanks so much for sharing!
I agree, I love your tutorials. Thanks for always sharing!
You look absolutely adorable, as always! I really need to invest in some good, cute headbands. And yes I said invest, they are an investment, no?
I LOVE you necklace, did you make it? Is it on your etsy shop?
I don’t wear headbands for two reasons….. if metal or plastic, I get horrible headaches (pinches behind the ears) or if elastic, they slide off the back of my head!!! HELP! they are soooo cute and I love the look, but I can’t seem to do it!
Hi Amy — our headbands are so comfortable, they won’t give you a headache {promise!}. Our bands are fabric wrapped and are super lightweight!
xoxo, Gussy
I have one Gussy headband and just ordered that charcoal dot one so I was excited to see it used here.
And yes Amy – these headbands are different! I have a big head and always get headaches but NOT from these.
I do have a question though…how old is too old for headbands? Thoughts anyone?
Those headbands are way too cute!! Thank you for this post!! They can be worn with any style of hair right? Specifically, i’m talking about an A line cut.
HI there! I found your Blog Via a photo of your hair on pinterest lol and I just wanted to say I adore your blog, it’s such a pleasure ot read, I always look forward to it!
you have amazing hair! I love it! thanks so much for sharing! I love your blog! You should check out my mary kay page! http://www.marykay.com/ddewall
I just found your blog and LOVE it already!! I cannot wait to read more!
Gussy – (and Molly) thanks!!! I will check them out!!!!! They are adorable Gussy!
Love this blog, Kate. I’ve been an avid reader for over two months now thanks to Pinterest! Can you advise…I’m now using all of your “daily products” and love them, but I am getting a crease at my scalp when I flat iron. I think it has to do with having the uplifting foam in. Not planning to stop using that–it’s great, but I’ve tried holding the iron at different angles and still I get the line or crease. Any advice?
Love the cute headband…. I’ve always felt like a teeny bopper wearing them but I’ll have to try again! It looks so cute on you with your perfectly curled hair 😉
Bought a skinny headband today…with some feathers on it!!! Great tutorial! And I’m lovin’ my Kenra 25 hairspray, Aquage Uplifting Foam and Redken Conditioner…and my Hot Tools 1 inch curling iron is ordered! Thanks for being my ‘virtual’ stylist!
Thank you for giving me some ideas on how to rock the headband!
I just started reading your blog, I think it is so nice that you offer videos of how to do hair styles!! I am so terrible when it comes to my hair, so the step by step is awesome!! you have great style!
You hair looks adorable, such cute headbands!
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This is cute on you! I always wished I could rock a headband like this…but it just doesn’t work right for me. Thanks for sharing your blog is really cute!
What a great tip for storing headbands. And thanks for the help with wearing headbands. I see everyone wearing them and just couldn’t figure out how to wear them properly. Hopefully I can be rockin a cute headband soon. I would love for you to link this up to our linky party going on right now.
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Hi Kate, I just wanted to say a huge thank you. I found your blog this week and sat and watched your hair-styling tutorials. I then followed your advice and for the first time ever have been able to style my hair into a beautiful messy bun, a gorgeous ponytail and a lovely straightened style. Normally I tie my fine, long hair into a simple pony tail as it tends to lose shape and style very quickly. But I’ve been able to follow your tutorials to the letter and it’s made a real difference to how my hair gets styled each day. I’m posting a blog post about your blog tomorrow (Friday, UK time) to let my readers know about you, alongside photos of my new “do”! It would be lovely if you wanted to pop by and take a peek at the miracle you’ve performed! Thank you Kate. Big hug, Em x
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You are a GENIUS love all your posts!
You are so cute and always have the best tutorials! So glad you linked up with us! Hope you’re having a great weekend!
Marie
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Thank you for that awesome tutorial!! I’ve been trying to figure that out for awhile. I’ve followed you and pinned this! 🙂
I’ve got really thick full hair. It’s kind of impossible to do the sweet curls you have. Any info on dealing with that, whether it’s techniques or product would be greatly appreciated. LOVE YOUR BLOG!
Your hair is gorgeous! I was wondering if you could do a tutorial for those of us without bangs. I have curly hair and no bangs and I am not sure what to do with it so I don’t end up looking like my 8 year old daughter. LOVE LOVE LOVE your blog! Thank you!
I just LOVE all of your hair tutorials and pictures!…your so inspiring..
I LOVE YOUR BLOG!!
I love your blog!! You have shown me how to achieve several looks I had needed help with. Thanks!!
Looks brilliant! Has anyone ever bought a deepa gurnani headband?
Buy Hairbands – Hairbands are always in fashion, and that’s because there’s a huge range to choose from, Hairbands are accessories that sit around the head.
Love this! You’d think wearing a headband is simple but no! I have this terrible sickness of picking up headbands wherever I go but never wore them because I didn’t think they looked right.
Really, really grateful for this tutorial!
Sincerely,
Headband Convert!
I can’t wear headbands because I wear glasses & the headband always sits right where my glasses are. But I love this dotted one, & you wear it so well 🙂
Hello there 🙂 I’m writing just to tell you that i love your blog!Really like your style 🙂 and your baby is sooo cute 🙂 Keep going with the site and take care 🙂 <3
Buff Love this!
These are very helpful tips and ideas – thank you! Recently I’ve found an additional way to hear headbands. Basically, I use any necklace that I like (preferably thin ones) and just fix them at the back with hair pins. Of course, in this case your headband will not be as stable as the real one, but it definitely gives you a lot of more options to play with. Check out how it looks here: http://stylesprinter.com/flash-your-lights-and-nothing-else/#more-457
xoxo
Amazing and great pics! I think its time that people should start giving a little more importance to this cute little accessory. In fact, some the cheap headbands out there can easily give tough competition to several high profile accessories. And the best thing about them is that you can easily match each and every dress in the wardrobe with just the perfect headband. Keep up the work in support of women’s headbands. Happy blogging!
Looking nice. I like your guide. I will love to try this hairband on my hair. Thanks for sharing the post.
My wife will amazed well i saw her these headband. well you looking so pretty.