When was the last time you wore a headband? Perhaps during the old school days when you tossed it on the head carelessly and went out. Well, this humble hair accessory is back and looks even better than before!
Thanks to the many celebrities who have brought back this classic headband style that looks effortlessly chic whether paired with straight hair, curls, pixie cuts, braids, or updos.
Need proof? Then keep scrolling as we have brought you the trendiest headband hairstyles to try without looking like a 10-year-old girl.
1. Straight Hair with a Pearly Headband
If you want to look regal, then adding pearls to your look will do just that. Keep your hair long and straight extending down your back. The accessory keeps it pushed behind your ears with a black headpiece covered in some delightful pearls.
2. Pixie with a Flower Crown
Flower crowns were very popular in the early 2010s. They still make for a very sweet look. This flower headband pairs well with sweet pixie cuts like this. Pastel roses go well with blonde styles, and it’s the perfect look for spring.
3. Bob with a Studded Black Headband
Short hair pairs very well with chunky bands. This one is thick, black, and covered in little gold studs. It creates a very edgy-chic look that can be worn every day.
Pair it with a blonde bob parted in the middle. This haircut can look plain without accessories, but adding the headpiece makes it a very dynamic and fun look.
4. Soft Waves with a Plaid Headband
It’s extremely fun to match your headband to your outfit. It’s also amazing to explore retro styles like this 70s-inspired one.
The light shade of this tartan band goes well with these wavy blonde tresses. The accessory pushes most of the locks back. Some light sections frame the face.
5. Red Waves with a Pearl Headband
Vibrant red like this always stands out. A white pearl headband popping against it makes it even more alluring. This would be a great wedding hairstyle for someone accessorizing with pearls.
The hair accessory matches a string of jewels hanging from each ear.
6. Curly Wedding Updo
A white beaded band accents this center-parted updo. Soft curls sit at the sides and nape beneath the smooth top.
For a wedding, choose a beaded band that echoes the details of your jewelry.
7. Blue and Magenta Layers with a Bow Headband
Are you looking for a style to help you show off your personality? This is a slightly choppy layered, straight hairstyle that has two unique tones to help you stand out. There’s also some black in the hair.
All three tones go very well with the red accessory around the head.
8. Vintage Bob
Headbands are very popular in vintage hairstyles that many fine ladies wore several decades ago. This band separates the sleek side bangs from the voluminous bob here.
The bob is perfectly sleek on top and the hair is curled in under the ears. It’s the perfect style to wear to recapture the past.
9. Thick Curls with Bow
It can be great fun to style curly hair, but it has a habit of getting in your face. Keeping it held back with a hairpiece helps keep the sides of the hair back. A nice little bow stands up to help the hairband remain visible among these curls.
10. Short Blonde Curls with a Floral Headband
These perfectly teased curls are begging for an accessory to be worn on the crown of the head! Add a band with flowers to emphasize an ethereal look on short hair.
11. Wavy Side Ponytail with a Pearl Headband
This pearl-studded style is right on trend, as is the thick velvet band and knot on top. Choose a wider band if your hair is long. We love the way this one complements soft curls.
12. Straight Hair with a Knitted Headband
Let your accessory serve two purposes: giving you warmth plus style! Try a cozy knit style in your most flattering color. Wear your hair down and simple underneath.
13. Blunt Bangs with a Knotted Headband
Bangs help frame beautiful eyes while headbands frame your face in general. Whether your bangs are straight or long, add a trendy knotted style to the crown of your head.
14. Fluffy Curls with a Scarf Bow
Curly styles can’t help but look cute with this ever-popular trend. Short, curly hair with a round shape looks best with slimmer styles while longer curly locks can handle a little more variety.
15. Long Straight Hair with a Red Bow
A bow tie style is sweet but probably not for the workplace. Match your favorite scarf tie to your outfit as the perfect casual accessory. We also love the style because it stretches out one more day in between shampoos.
16. Curly Bob with a Gold Chain Headband
For a more glam approach, a gold metal or chainlink style has the right edge. This style works best at the crown of the head. When choosing a hard material, take care that it’s not too tight to avoid tension headaches.
17. Loose Side Braid with a Knotted Headband
Long, thick braids are popular to wear with knotted velvet styles. The look is all over Instagram as well. Leave loose a piece of hair on each side of your face for a laidback, framing effect.
18. Copper Waves with a Flapper Headband
Evoke the roaring ’20s and wear a beautiful strip of lace or beads across the center of your forehead. It’s a specific, retro look, but a timeless one at that. Attach a feather clip to your temple and really go for it.
19. Loose Bridal Curls with a Beaded Headband
The look is certainly different for wedding styles, but still you can play with variety. Headbands for the special day are usually delicate and beaded. For a romantic vibe, wear hair down with soft curls.
20. Long Waves with a Wide Printed Headband
It’s true, thicker styles do a little more work, and they are what constitutes the trend. Tie back hair, curly or straight, with your favorite wider color or pattern.
21. High Bun with a Scarf Headband
Nurses know that headbands are functional, first and foremost. By covering the entirety of the front of the head, this style aims to secure and protect, but still can be done with style.
22. Afro with a Headband
We love the contrast of naturally curly texture against a pretty headband or scarf. If your hair is pixie-short, sit it close to the forehead. If your Afro is longer, you can take it back farther, and even include long ties at the nape of the neck.
23. Long Blonde Hair with a Flower Crown
Big and beautiful floral crowns have been popular for a while now, but no longer are they meant for just weddings or festivals. Tilt your favorite wreath an inch or two off of the forehead for the perfect placement.
24. Short Curls with a Floral Bow Headband
It goes without saying, little girls look absolutely precious in a bow style. It’s easy to go too big when it comes to bows for our kiddos, so if you want a sweeter vibe, stick to one that is no wider than the forehead.
25. Messy Bun with Bangs and a Floral Headband
This look leans towards sporty, outdoorsy, and maybe even a little hippie! An updo is casual, yet draws extra attention to a headband, so choose your favorite look wisely.
26. Blonde Waves with a Bow Headband
If your personal style leans toward the feminine, tie your headscarf into a perky bow. It will pair well with soft curls and look best when focused to one side of the head, rather than in the middle.
27. Low Bun with a Floral Headband
Complement the neatness of a low bun hairstyle, like a chignon, with a muted floral band. A style like this one is practical, simple, and always demure. If you desire a loose, flowy look, try bolder colors and leave down a few wispy pieces.
28. Bob with a Handkerchief Headband
Loose, wavy bobs look amazing with soft, silky kerchief styles. To keep the whole look flowing, secure your favorite handkerchief under the head, yet slightly off to one side.
29. Blonde Locs with a Knotted Headband
Hair accessories are very common with hippie hairstyles like these gorgeous blonde dreadlocks. Secure a bulky hairstyle while adding a touch of personality along the way.
30. Pixie with a Headband
Take your pixie bob from cute to quirky by adding your favorite kerchief detail. Short and angled side bangs draw the eye perfectly off balance, so add the knot to the same side.
With so much variation within just one accessory, it’s easy to see how the trend took off. Wear the ever-popular large, knotted or pearl-studded band, or try a floral scarf around your hair. No matter how you wear your headband, the look aims to please.
