Headbands Are Golden

Introduction

Nicole Kidman at 2004 Golden Globe Awards

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The Golden Globe Awards held at the end of January in 2004 to present  the very prestigious Hollywood Foreign Press Association awards was full of predicted celebrity pomp and circumstance.

There was the famous Red Carpet stroll with gorgeous jeweled encrusted stars wearing gorgeous gowns and coifs.

There was also the parade of uber famous presenters handing off the golden statues to the winners.

Changing The Face Of Accessory Fashions

Although one famous award nominee, Nicole Kidman, did not take home the statue for her leading role in Cold Mountain, her appearance made a huge impression on the fashion world. 

Nicole Kidman at 2004 Golden Globe Awards

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While her gown was spectacular, what caught the eye of the fashion world was her glorious golden headband wrapped seductively around her undulating waves and ringlets.  Encrusted with tiny sparkling crystal gems, the headband was the true star of the evening.

Headbands Are Hot

Needless to say, the next day the fashion and beauty world was abuzz with the hot new hair accessory.  Headbands are officially sizzling hot for 2004 and have not stopped their sizzle since.

Nicole Kidman has long been considered a fashion trendsetter.  Her red carpet appearances at the Golden Globes and Academy Awards are watched closely.  Nicole and her team of stylists can do no wrong.  

Nicole will appear at one of the big shows with a new hairstyle, spectacular new earrings or jewels and within 24 hours a new trend is launched.  

Watch headbands to be huge for the 2009 fashion year along with the upcoming Prom and Wedding seasons.  

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Matching Cuffs

Nicole Kidman at 2004 Golden Globe Awards

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As always, Nicole did it just right.  Honoring the new code for soft sultry natural waves and curls worn down, Nicole matched her romantic coif with a glittering gown.  

Since her dress was so ornate Nicole wisely avoided wearing any distracting necklaces or earrings.

Adorning herself with a simple but elegant purse and matching shoes, her only other accessories included the matching ring and cuffs on either wrist.  If you look closely at Nicole's photo you note that the cuffs and ring look like they were made out of the same material as the headband.   

Headbands

Back at the accessory design ranches the various designers are thrilled that Nicole has come out for the soft sultry headband style. 

(Photo to the side - EVITA PERONI Grace Band from The Flamingo Collection) 

Although Nicole directed the spotlight to these sensuous style bands, they have actually been gaining in popularity in some circles for the past few months.  

Several well known accessory designers like L. Erickson, EVITA PERONI, Jane Tran and Frank & Kahn are playing with many versions of this new style.  (Photo above of L.Erickson USA - 3" Scarf Headband - 100% Silk Charmeuse - Chocolate)

L. Erickson has been doing the soft Dupioni and 100% Charmeuse silk bands for some time in response to the current popularity of romantic and sultry accessories. (Photo above of L.Erickson USA - 1 1/2" Scarf Headband - 100% Silk Charmeuse - Mocha Swirl)

Anticipating the ever growing popularity of the headband, L. Erickson has recently come out with matching tie sash and belted sash belts.  

The new L. Erickson belts can be worn in a multitude of ways from around the waist, the hips, as a psuedo pashima or in Isadora Duncan style around the neck or head.  The L. Erickson headbands and sash ties come in complimentary or matching tones.

Summary

Fashionistas are predicting an explosion in the new soft headbands similar to Nicole's.  Don't be surprised to see bands hitting the market that are made of a range of sensual materials from silks, satins, suedes and lace. 

As Summer approaches expect a second wave of bands in cottons and ribbons for beach or casual Summer evening wear. 

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