pirate bandana

There are hundreds of accessories and jewelry in the women's wardrobe. Hats, neckerchiefs, bags of various shapes and sizes, chokers, bracelets, beads, earrings, scarves, hoops, collars, and so on and so forth. They would take it and calm down on this, but no, they even appropriated a brutal men's bandana. Well, what can you do? The fairer sex is so good that they look great even in things that were originally worn exclusively by men.

Today, pirate bandanas can be seen even on famous heads. Sexy Rihanna, romantic Kate Moss, beautiful Kylie Jenner, excellent Jenner Kendall, unsurpassed Christina Aguilera. It seems that these girls have nothing in common except fame and success, but no - they are all ardent fans of pirate bandanas.

Acute bandanomania also captured ordinary young ladies from not so high society. Girls decorate their heads with bright pieces of fabric mainly in the off-season, that is, when it is already so warm that you can refuse a warm hat, but it is still windy enough and it is necessary to protect your ears from the cold.

Pirate bandanas are also tied around the neck, as a stylish addition to a romantic or business look, or tied on the head instead of a hoop.The most interesting thing is that girls with such an accessory look not at all defiant and rude, but very feminine and seductive. How did a bandana turn from a simple piece of fabric into a stylish accessory?

Rumor has it that the first bandanas were invented by the Spaniards, who sought to protect their heads from the scorching sun. Over time, cowboys began to tie a protective fabric element on their faces to prevent sand and dust from entering the respiratory tract. They were worn, most often, around the neck, so that, if necessary, the fabric could be quickly transported to the face. They put on bandages on their heads and ordinary riders.

But the real bandana boom occurred when the accessory migrated from the heads of ordinary working Spaniards, horsemen and cowboys to the heads of pirates. The fabric headband has become a kind of zest, a hallmark of sea robbers, making them recognizable all over the world. It was then that bandanas began to be associated with free, brutal and at the same time romantic images.

At the present time, the bandana is an unusually fashionable accessory and is used by people of different ages. It is worn not only on the head and neck, but also tied around jeans, like a belt, and also around the wrists, like bracelets. The fabric headband has become an essential attribute of certain subcultures, such as rockers. Based on the foregoing, it can be understood that a bandana is a universal piece of fabric that can transform an image in different ways. The result of this transformation depends entirely on how the fabric is tied and how well it harmonizes with other things.

It's hard to believe, but there are at least ten different ways to tie a bandana on your head. Consider the most successful and fashionable variations of this season:

1. In the form of a scarf. In this case, the fabric piece will need to be folded into a triangle and tied at the back, hiding the knot under the hanging end of the fabric. Such an accessory will look great in a light summer look: with sundresses, denim shorts, shirts and blouses, as well as t-shirts, T-shirts and tops.
2. In the form of a hoop. An excellent option for those who want to make a spring or summer look more original. A bandana folded in the form of a ribbon and tied around the head will not only remove interfering curls from the face, but also give the image originality. You can pull the fabric with a bow, both in the back and in the front. Long sundresses and jeans, as well as tunics and elongated shirts are ideal for such an accessory.
3. Pirate image. This is exactly what you can create by tying a bandana on your head like a scarf, but in such a way that the ends hang down at the back. Perfect for a relaxed nautical look with a vest, linen shorts, flip flops and wooden jewelry.
4. Ponytail. A good option for a romantic look, which is ideal for young ladies with long hair. You just need to tie your hair into a high ponytail using a thin elastic band, and then tie it with a cloth in such a way that you get a bow or flower.

There are a little less ways to tie a bandana around your neck, but they are no less original:

1. Stylish cowboy. We fold the bandana in the form of a triangle and wrap it at the base. We wrap the long ends of the fabric around the neck, then cross and tie with a knot. This accessory is perfect for everyday wear.
2. Elegant lady. In this case, the bandana is simply tied with a bow around the neck, like a regular neckerchief. The perfect complement to an office blouse or a romantic blouse with a revealing neckline.
3. Freelance artist. This way of tying a bandana will appeal to those who love stylish and at the same time free images. A bandana folded in a triangle must be wrapped around the neck, leaving the widest part of the fabric in sight. Such an accessory will perfectly harmonize with shirts, t-shirts, leggings and ankle boots.

Bandanas are tied on the arm in the form of a wristband. This is usually done by teenagers and representatives of certain subcultures.

If you want to tie a bandana on your head, then you will have to provide for everything: from accessories in harmony with the fabric to hairstyles. In the second case, it is desirable to take into account several important nuances:

1. Loose and slicked back hair is the most versatile bandana hairstyle. It will look good with a fabric tied in a pirated way, both classic and more original.
2. By picking up your hair in a bun at the back of your head, you will create a good base for a bandana that is tied around your head.
3. Bandanas - hoops look good on girls with curly and short hair. The image is sultry and unusual.
4. If you wear bangs, then it is better to tie a bandana either in a pirate way or in the form of a scarf. At the same time, it is better to style your hair in such a way that a feeling of a slight mess is created.
5. But Hollywood curls and other evening hairstyles with bandanas do not match no matter how hard you try. Even eminent designers create this type of accessory exclusively for light looks.

To create a stylish bandana at home, you will need:

1. A small piece of fabric.
2. Marking pencil or marker.
3. Scissors.
4. Sewing machine and thread with a needle.

From the selected piece of fabric, which can be absolutely any in color and texture, it is necessary to cut out a square, the sides of which will be 60 cm. It is better to do this starting from the corner, since in this case there will be less waste.

The edges of the fabric will need to be folded and stitched using a thread with a needle, and then stitched. It is important that the lines are overlocked as this will prevent the accessory from being destroyed, so to speak. You can decorate the resulting bandana as you like, if the fabric itself is not colorful.

If you are planning to create a children's bandana, then it is better to make sure that the fabric is natural and colorful. The process of creating a bandana is similar to the previous one, but for a child it will be enough to cut a 45 cm by 35 cm flap from the material. To prevent the bandana from falling off the child’s head, it is advisable to sew a simple linen elastic into it.

Now in textile stores you can also find special decorations on fabric. They are attached by heating, so you can make a work of art out of a bandana using an iron.