Inspired by Ford’s Fiesta Movement, let’s talk about accessories and styles that we have yet to conquer. For me. . .
It’s hats.
In the last 10 years there have been one or two times when I’ve worn a hat for fun. And It’s been off in about 30 minutes after a lot of scratching and adjusting. Perhaps it stems from the bowl cut of my youth. I went from long locks to my buns to an early 90s girlish boy-cut at 8 years old. From then until I was 11, much of my day-to-day was focused on dressing like a girl. Several times strangers mistakenly called out “Young Man!” in my general direction. Dressing like a girl didn’t include wearing hats. At least none of the hats I found interesting.
Just over a year ago I found myself needing some head coverage in downtown SF. All I had was a scarf on-hand, so I worked magic and made a turbeanie (a turban-like beanie). I loved it, but couldn’t seem to replicate it. Until now.
What styles do you struggle with? High-low trends? Boxy tunics? Leggings? Ankle boots?
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The turbeanie feels much more feminine than a regular beanie, but so much less work than the oh-so-popluar turban headbands. I don’t have to do my hair in order to make it look done!
One of the best parts? I have everything I need on-hand. I bet you do, too. Let’s do wrap a turbeanie together!
How to Wrap A Turban Beanie
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Supplies
Your scarf or fabric – a simple cut of some lightweight knit would be perfect – should be 2 yards by about 18 inches or so.
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If you have an extra wide scarf, fold it in half.
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If you’re going for a beanie look, tie your hair into loose piggy tails to keep your hair from going all over the place. You could alternatively tie this turban with a topknot or any other hairstyle.
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Instructions
Find the center of your scarf and line up the hem along the nape of your neck.
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Pull both ends so the line at the nape of the neck is tight. Cross ends over.
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Cross ends again.
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This creates the popular turban look you see in headbands everywhere.
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Take the ends to the back and cross over to the front.
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tuck remaining tails into the fabric. Be sure to keep any corners on the inside of the folds of fabric.
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Adjust the turban as needed.
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Remove the hair ties and style your hair as needed. I like how this stays on my head, but isn’t as restricting as a regular beanie. Hope you like it, too!
Alternatively, you could watch my little how-to to see it done in real-time.
This is a sponsored post and I was compensated for my participation. The opinions expressed are my own.
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