Knitted headband

A knitted headband is a stylish and fashionable accessory that triumphantly returns to fashion Olympus. Today it is not only a fashionable touch and accent of the image. This is an opportunity to show your individuality, stand out from the crowd and bring bright notes to the set. Such a product is recognized as a spectacular headdress and has a number of advantages.

Such an accessory has been known since antiquity. In the old days it was called "headpiece" or "Ochelie" and was a narrow bandage on the forehead, which was made of fabric, birch bark or other natural materials. The product served as a talisman, so it was worn not only by women, but also by men.

Today such a product is called "hoop", "headband", "elastic band" and unlike its former purpose, it is intended to protect the head from cold, bad weather. In addition to practical functions, it also carries an aesthetic load, gradually becoming a classic of modern wardrobe.

A modern headband is a knitted elastic hoop or a wide strip of knitted fabric sewn into a ring. In some cases, it does not have a seam at all, as it is knitted in a circle with circular knitting needles. The bandage covers the head, covering the forehead and ears.

A knitted headband is a worthy alternative to a hat.Its popularity is due to the close attention of designers and skilled craftswomen. It is ideal for the off-season, when it is too early to wear a hat, but you want to insulate your head and ears. Due to its width, it is able to cover most of the head, while allowing you to demonstrate the hairstyle and beauty of the hair.

The accessory is a kind of decoration of the head, securely fixes the hairstyle and helps to maintain its neatness. In some cases the accessory replaces a hair clip, hair band or plastic headband, not allowing curls to cover the face. In addition, a stylish headband covers the ears and forehead from the cold and piercing wind, protecting them from disease. This is the perfect product for fashionistas who do not like to wear warm hats in the cold season.

Such accessories allow a woman to be the center of attention. They stand out noticeably against the background of any other hats, while looking sophisticated and elegant. This is a beautiful addition to the image, which is liked by the fair sex of different ages: even little girls love it.

Today, the choice of shades of such accessories is so diverse that it allows you to choose a product to match the outfit, shoes, accessories or jewelry.

Knitted headbands are versatile: they can be combined with different clothes, adding a fresh, elegant touch to each ensemble. They are harmonious in an outfit with a jacket, jeans, coat, raincoat, trousers, skirt and even a dress.

These accessories can have all sorts of patterns. This allows you to make a successful duet of a bandage and a sweater, a pullover or a cardigan, choosing the same pattern.Fashion options often come with a scarf or mittens (knitted fingerless gloves). Such compositions emphasize the individuality and originality of the image.

You can buy a headband in a store or knit it yourself, choosing the most attractive pattern. This accessory can be knitted or crocheted without much difficulty. In this case, the pattern can be concise (consisting of facial loops) or complex (with voluminous plaits, braids, weaving). The bandage itself is single or double, twisted, similar to a turban or hat.

In addition to warm options, today brands offer gentle summer models that, in their beauty, can replace hair hoops, as well as caps, panamas, berets and hats. They have a rich selection of patterns and are distinguished by the presence of delicate decorative elements.

The advantages of this accessory include:

• originality and uniqueness of the dress;
• stylish design;
• protection of the head from the cold;
• universality;
• ease of putting on;
• protection from the harmful effects of sunlight (in summer models);
• ease of manufacture (does not require patterns);
• a wide choice of models and designs;
• elasticity.

For all its merits, such an accessory is not suitable for every fashionista.

It looks different on every woman. It may also depend on the color type, the way you wear it, and the length of your hair.

The style of the headdress depends on the yarn from which it is made. It differs in the composition, texture and thickness of the threads (the thicker the thread, the more voluminous the relief).

Warmer products are made of camel wool, alpaca and wool blend yarn (wool and polyacrylic) with a content of natural fibers of at least 40%. Models for spring and summer sunny days are made of cotton, linen and viscose.

There are no restrictions in choosing the color of the model. He can be anyone. The main thing is that it is harmoniously combined with the outfit. Today in fashion natural and soft shades. Acid, poisonous and flashy colors give way to muted contrasts, delicate pastel tones and practical dark shades.

Gray, beige, brown, as well as shades of the sky, mint are in fashion.

The coral, olive group, khaki, pink, purple, burgundy, emerald and smoky colors are also popular.

The priority shades of the summer group today are white, cream, lilac and light gray. A lot of models for the summer are made in yellow, turquoise and light pink colors.

With plain outerwear, it is better if the bandage is with an ornament or a color pattern. Styles made of melange (two-color) yarn and sectional dyeing threads look beautiful. No less attractive styles of two contrasting shades. In them, the base and trim are knitted from threads of a light tone, and then crocheted, forming an edging with a thread of a darker shade.

Today, the range of styles of knitted headbands is so wide that it is amazing. Often even a classic stocking knit headband or a regular 1x1 ribbing decorated with an interesting logo looks stylish and impressive. Depending on the pattern, knitting can be longitudinal or transverse.

More often bandages have a colorful three-dimensional pattern.These are all kinds of boucle, arans, braids, complex combinations, which are based on the principle: a large element is located in the center, along the edges of the bandage is decorated with a light background ornament (honeycomb or rice), a narrow braid, braid or piping.

In addition to embossed knitting, models are decorated with yarn and fur pom-poms, knitted bows, voluminous multi-layered flowers, knitted ruffles and even buttons. In addition, often headbands can be decorated with brooches, buckles, metal fittings, beads, rhinestones, beads and lace.

In addition to the usual forms, models made in a specific theme are interesting. It is a retro style with a large flower, knot or bow, cat-ear styles and African-inspired options. Such headbands are relevant for young people who want to stand out from the crowd.

Skillful craftswomen often create real masterpieces from an ordinary accessory. In addition to the longitudinal and transverse knitted strip, they create a strip with a wide front, which is fixed on the head with ties or a button closure.

A beautiful knitted headband is recognized as a stylish touch to the image. This is evidenced by numerous reviews and the demand for this accessory. The best products are rightfully considered options made independently. They give scope to the imagination of craftswomen, allow you to invest in the product not only work, but also mood. This is creativity, beauty, fashionable image, convenience and comfort to wear.