Current Trend: The Headwrap/Turban Headband

Hi everyone! It's been a busy weekend. Saturday I hit the beach, and Sunday I went on a hiking daytrip with family and friends. 

First time all summer...LOL.

Recently, the turban headband, or headwrap, has been popping up everywhere, from fast fashion stores (e.g. Forever 21 and Zara) to the runway. They come in a wide variety of prints, materials, shapes, and prices. Here are some examples to give you an idea of all the available options. 

Forever 21 Knotted Polka Dot Headwrap, $3.80
 forever21.com

Tasha 'Sneaky Snake' Headwrap, $22
nordstrom.com

Marc by Marc Jacobs Headwrap, $78
bloomingdales.com

Berry 'Pirate Skull' Faux Suede Headwrap, $16
nordstrom.com 

Obviously, like any other accessory, you should buy a headwrap that matches your style. I'll target the four most common styles: classic, casual boho/vintage, modern/trendy, and edgy/punk.

• If your style is classic and feminine- think pearl earrings, riding boots, cardigans, and skinnies- I'd go for one similar to the Forever 21 style above. The navy-and-white polka dot print is girly and can't go out of style (Duh- they're the new stripes?) and the knot detail is a nice feminine touch. Here's a styling idea:



Clockwise from top left:
DV by Dolce Vita Marv Oxford flats, $79, macys.com
Forever 21 Essential Eyelash Lace Dress, $24.80, forever 21.com
Forever 21 Knotted Polka Dot Headwrap, $3.80, forever21.com
AEO Pearl Stud Earrings, $12.50, ae.com

• Likewise, I'd recommend the Tasha headwrap to people with casual boho/vintage style (We'll call it "boho" for short.). Boho girls are often into materials like leather, washed denim, and natural fabrics. They gravitate towards details like earthy colors, fringe and natural stone (e.g. quartz and turquoise) This headwrap looks and feels like crepe made of cotton or some other natural fiber. Natural details are an essential element in boho style. That said, the soft snake print and earthen red and neutrals of the accessory greatly contribute to its "boho-ness". (PS: To make this headwrap look ten times more boho, wear it like the model in the picture below.)

Here's a styling idea:

Left to right by column:
Madewell pixelbloom top, $98, madewell.com
J. Crew Piled Stones Bracelet, $75, jcrew.com
Wet Seal Triangle Two Finger Ring, $6.50, wetseal.com
UNIF 'Penny' Denim Suspender Shorts, $110, nastygal.com
Sixty-Seven 'Nilus' Gladiator Sandal, $85, nastygal.com
J. Crew Colorblock bracelet, $68, jcrew.com


Tasha 'Sneaky Snake' Headwrap, $22, nordstrom.com

• Now we come to the Marc Jacobs headwrap. This is best suited for all the trendsetters out there. Modern girls like clean cuts, bold prints and colors, statement details, and of course, the latest trends. So does this headwrap make the cut? Its smooth look and feel (no doubt polyester) make it sleek, and the bold, colorblocked geometric print is totally trendy. Since trendy = modern, this is a perfect modern accessory. Here's a styling idea:

Left to right by column:
Marc by Marc Jacobs Headwrap, $78, bloomingdales.com
Babaton 'Quinn' Skirt, $64.99 (on sale), aritzia.com
Bordeaux Vegan Leather Peplum Top, $88, anthropologie.com
Wet Seal Ankle Strap Heels, $22.95, wetseal.com

kate spade new york Oval Stud Earrings, $38, nordstrom.com

• Finally, let's look at the Berry headwrap. People with edgy style like muted colors and details like chains, skulls, studs, and metallics in general. The amount of detail preferred varies from person to person, but overall, it's safe to say that you never wanna go overboard with statement and metallic details. For example, you want to avoid the 'trendy' skull-printed top or stud-covered anything. The turban I chose to represent edgy style matches well because although it has a lot of studs, they are balanced by the faux suede of the band and are the only major detail of the headwrap. Here's a styling idea:

Left to right by column:
Shredded Cable Knit, $34 (on sale), nastygal.com
Rag & Bone 'Jekyll' mid-rise stretch-leather and twill skinnies, $284.98 (on sale), theoutnet.com
Report 'Seymore' Boot, $130, piperlime.com
Berry 'Pirate Skull' Faux Suede Headwrap, $16, nordstrom.com

Aldo 'Prudka' Ear Accessory, $12, aldoshoes.com

If you still aren't sure about how to style a turban, here are a few pointers. 

• Generally, turbans with knot or loop details as a focal point give off a more casual vibe. We can see this in the examples above. (The Berry headwrap is an exception. We'll get to that later.) Both the Forever 21 and Marc Jacobs styles have knot or loop details, but its not the focal point of the Marc Jacobs one. This gives it a more polished look and feel. The plain style of the Tasha turban gives it a little bit more versatility. It definitely works with casual outfits- the material and print are perfect for it- and it can also be slightly dressed up. However, it can't be as dressed up as the Marc Jacobs turban because it's made of a natural material. Other than just casual, the Tasha turban would work best in a casual-dressy outfit.
• Now let's talk about why the Berry headwrap is an exception. Firstly, it's more of a headband than a headwrap. Anyhow, it's casual because instead of having a knot or loop detail, it has stud detailing.
• As far as material goes, natural = [boho] casual and synthetic and silk = classic, modern, or edgy. This is because the material is an important element of boho casual, modern/trendy, and classic styles. In boho casual style, natural materials are key. In modern, classic, and edgy styles, clean silhouettes, which can be achieved by wearing smooth materials (e.g. polyester and silk), are key. It's important in modern style because modern materials are synthetic. The same goes for classic style. Smooth materials are key in edgy styles because there, the details should be the focal point. 

As for me, I wore this turban, my new favorite hair accessory, to the beach on Saturday (my first time there this whole summer!). It features an abstract geometric print in black against a taupe background.

I got it from American Eagle for around $10. Since I really like neutrals, the color of the headband appealed to me. It will also go with a lot of my wardrobe since many of my clothes are also neutral. The front loop detail gives it a casual, vintage/boho feel, which I absolutely love. (I love dressing boho-y.) The second I saw it online, I knew I had to have it!

So what do you think? Did this post give you new insight into the turban trend? Let's talk! Comment below and email me at leatherandrouge@gmail.com.