How to properly and beautifully tie a bandana?

Everyone knows that accessories have an amazing property - they can decorate and transform any look. Even the most boring look, thanks to the right selection of details and competent placement of accents, will play in a completely new way. One such accessory is the bandana, which has a wide variety of wear options.

The bandana came to us from sunny Spain, where workers used it to protect their heads from sand and dust. Also, this accessory was popular among American cowboys, who used it to cover their face and neck from the scorching sun.

A bandana is a kind of large scarf. Both girls and young people can wear a bandana, there is also a children's model. If you learn how to properly tie this accessory, you can come up with a huge number of options that diversify the image and bring zest to it.

There are several options for a bandana: the first is a classic accessory of a square, triangular or rectangular shape. Depending on the desire and method of wearing, they can be folded.The second option is the so-called transformer bandana, which has a wide upper part that can be turned into a scarf or hood, and an elasticated lower part.

Before you tie this accessory, you should correctly choose the one that suits you.

First of all, you should choose the desired shape and type of bandana. As mentioned above, the bandana comes in different shapes and two options. Depending on the image, you should choose one of them.

Next, you need to choose the material of the accessory. In winter, it is supposed to wear a bandana made of dense materials, or leather. In summer, you can pick up something thinner and lighter, such as cotton or silk.

Then the color you need is already selected, of which there is a huge variety. There are classic colors that are not very popular - these are black, white, brown, gray and beige. And there are a huge number of bandanas of bright colors with a variety of patterns and beautiful patterns. There are accessories that are fashionable this season in pastel shades, which also have a huge number of jewelry options.

Ways to tie a bandana are both classic and original. This accessory is universal, it can be worn in completely different ways. You can tie it on your head, neck or arm. Also, some women of fashion tie this accessory on the hips, which looks very stylish.

The most classic option for tying a bandana on your head is the following: first you need to fold the bandana in half into a triangle, then put it on your head, putting the base to your forehead.The ends of the scarf should be pulled back and tied at the back of the head, and the tip of the triangle should be plugged into a knot.

The next method is often referred to as "Pirate". To do this, you need to fold the classic square bandana into a triangle, and then fold it again to get a wide strip. Then it is superimposed on the forehead, and the ends are tightened and tied at the back of the head. And indeed, having tied a bandana in this way, you involuntarily begin to look like conquerors of the seas.

The following tying method was used by hippies. To do this, you need to fold the scarf several times to get a thin strip. Then it is tied on the forehead like in the pirate method, only in this case, the free ends are wrapped around the tied bandana.

This method involves tying a bandana in the form of a headband for a girl. Again, the bandana is folded into a thin strip, the middle is located at the back of the head, and the ends are moved forward. Then they cross on the forehead, are brought back again and there they are tied into a knot.

There is another, so-called retro method that can be tied to a boy, girl, girl or young man.

Owners of long hair will have to tie them in a bun so that they do not interfere with the process. And so, for starters, you should again fold the bandana in half into a triangle and put it on your shoulders so that the middle tip of the triangle looks down. Next, the side ends are brought onto the head and tied into a knot. Then the free part rises to the knot, passes under it and, once again rounding the knot, hides again.

There is another original option for which you should take a large bandana.This method involves tying this scarf in the form of a turban. To tie a scarf in this way, you should first fold it in half and place it on your head so that the central tip is on top. Then the extreme ends are carried forward, twisted and thrown back to the back of the head, where they need to be tied into a tight knot. The middle tip, left free, is pulled back and hidden under the twisted part. Thus, a similarity of a turban from a thin material is obtained.

To use this accessory as a bracelet, you need to do the following: first, fold the bandana into a triangle and fold it into a strip about five centimeters wide. Then place the handkerchief on a horizontal surface, and put your hand in the middle. Then flip the ends to opposite sides and turn your hand over. You need to do these actions until the length of the bandana runs out. The ends of the scarf can either be tied or simply tucked inside.

Often, many people wonder how to wear a bandana for a man, because the classic version of tying on his head is not always relevant. To do this, there are several ways to tie a scarf around your neck.

The first method is quite simple: a square bandana is folded into a triangle and folded several times until a thin strip is obtained. It must be put on the neck so that the middle of the accessory is in front, then the ends are brought back, crossed, again transferred forward and tied into a knot.It turns out a very stylish accessory that can be worn with a shirt, but only for an informal event.

The second method is called cowboy, as it is tied in a similar way, as cowboys did in the USA. To do this, you need to fold the bandana into a triangle, put it on your neck under your chin and tie the ends at the back. After that, you should straighten the accessory a little, thus giving it a little volume.

This method is quite simple and in order to implement it, you only need a couple of actions and a large bandana. Fold it in half into a triangle and tie it around your hips over your jeans. A fringed bandana looks very stylish in this version, it gives the image lightness and a little romance.

Bandana pipe is a kind of cotton snood, which has a small size. It also has multiple ways to wear it.

First you need to turn it inside out, then put it on your head, pull it up, scroll it and pull it over your head again with the outside of the scarf. Get a nice hat.

The next method is proposed to tie a girl. The bandana is put on the head and the free end is twisted. Then it is carried forward and the end is hidden under the part on the forehead.

A bandana is a fairly versatile accessory and suits everyone and everyone, the main thing is to choose the right option that suits you. As a rule, there are practically no prohibitions in combining a scarf with various styles of clothing, except for one single taboo - it is forbidden to wear a bandana with classic wardrobe items for an official evening event. Otherwise, you can show imagination and experiment according to your taste and desire.

The bandana is in perfect harmony with summer sundresses and light dresses. It will also be a great addition to jeans, shorts or a miniskirt. It all depends on the image you choose and the method of tying this accessory. Of course, it is worth choosing the right combinations of colors for clothes and the scarf itself, as well as options for patterns. It is important to choose the right materials. For example, a leather or thick bandana is more suitable for warm clothes in the cold season, and a bright cotton or silk bandana is a model option for summer outings.

If, after going around all the shops, you still couldn’t find the right bandana, you can make it yourself. This will require several items: a piece of fabric you like, scissors, a pin, thread, a needle and a sewing machine, for faster work.

To sew a classic square bandana, you should take a large piece of square fabric. Its size will depend on your desire. Then, on all sides, you need to bend the fabric one and a half centimeters and iron it to get smoother sides. Then all four are sewn on a sewing machine and complete work on a handmade accessory. This option is quite simple and even a girl can do it.

The second option is more complicated, as it involves sewing a transformer bandana. First of all, you need to cut two pieces from the desired fabric. One will go to the main part, the second to the rubber strip. First you need to sew the lower part: a strip is taken, the edges of which are sewn together from the wrong side, then it is turned inside out and an elastic band is pushed inside. To make it easier for yourself, you can use a pin. The elastic should be half the length of the strip to create the desired shape.

Red skinny pants are the main focus of this bright look. A white longsleeve calms the bright bottom a little, and a red bandana with a black pattern tied around the neck makes the look harmonious. A black narrow-brimmed hat and a large green bag were used as accessories.

Blue jeans in this look are in perfect harmony with a black jacket, a white T-shirt and light milky white ballet flats. The image is beautifully completed with a large black and blue bandana with white inserts, tied in the form of a scarf.

A white lace dress with a blue collar gives a very sophisticated look. In combination with a white and blue bandana tied around the head in the form of a wide rim, it creates a very pleasant impression. Oversized glasses with a thin black frame and bright red lipstick add a twist to the look.