Introduction
(Image of bandeau wearing model from the Jacquelyn Wigs 100% Human Hair Wig Collection) In the past I would "cheat" the hair gods by deploying an array of jaws, claws and other hair clips that would allow me to wrap my naturally wavy, curly and very long strands up into a messy bun configuration. While tousled buns are still very fashionable and I still use the "wet bun technique" when I shampoo and air dry my tresses, there are days that I just want to wear my hair down. The Bandeau
(Image above of L. Erickson French Lycra Wide Bandeau Headband - Bright Pink - available at HairBoutique.com). The bandeau style of headband was initially worn in the early 1920s by Wimbledon tennis pro Suzanne Lenglen. Not only did Ms. Lenglen shock the world by being the first to wear a short skirt, she ditched the traditional tennis hat for a sleek bandeau that allowed her to see what she was doing on the court. Gee, what a concept. Since Suzanne wore the circular one-piece fabric headband, the bandeau has skipped in and out of fashion popularity over the decades.
Bandeau Advantages
I love bandeau headbands because of the many and varied advantages they offer. Some of the bandeau's advantages include: 1. Tames wild and wooly bangs. 2. Instantly adjusts to any head size or shape. 3. Provides a soft, silky, sensuous feel. 4. Painless, unlike some horseshoe headbands, that have irritating teeth. 5. Secures bangs during awkward growing out phases. 6. Easy to pack and tote around. Stick one or two in your purse for instant hair emergencies. 7. Holds your tresses back while lounging by the pool. 8. Contains your locks while working out at the health club. 9. Diverts attention on bad hair days. 10. Keeps wily strands out of eyes during driving, washing your face, applying face masks and applying makeup. 11. Doubles as an emergency hair elastic to secure a ponytail or tails. 12. Frames curls and waves to provide an instant border for cascading locks. 13. Adds an instant splash of flattering color to any skin tone. 14. Can be worn during the day or for some evening events. My Growing Bandeau Addiction
Sarah Jessica Parker of Sex And The City Fame and Jessica Simpson of The Newlyweds have both been spotted wearing a variety of bandeaus in a range of chic hairstyles. Unlike the scrunchie which has been banished to the back of the closet, bandeaus are sizzling. (Image of L. Erickson Bandeau Style Headband - Cotton Aqua Blue - available at HairBoutique.com. Bandeaus are easy to slide over your head and they stay put.
Every Range Of Material, Price & Style
And yes, bandeaus come in a dizzying array of sizes from very thin (1/4 to 1/2") to very thick (1" - 3"). They are available in stretchy Lycra which instantly adjusts to any head size, to velvet, suede, cotton and various fabric blends. I have even seen bandeaus made out of stretchy rubber and denim. Summary
What could be better than a hair accessory that works to control your tresses for you rather than you working to control it? |
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