AKA THE ALICE BAND
No, padded headbands aren't going out of style and will be on trend for fall winter 2022, too. So, let's be honest, the padded Alice bands are not a new trend at all, but it does seem that every fashion girl also can't stop wearing them and so the obsession continues. I love padded headbands, there is just something about them that is so regal and also serves its purpose of keeping the fringe out the face. A padded headband is also a statement piece that adds so much style to an outfit and what is great about this hair accessory is that it is easy to find and typically quite affordable.
It was a '90s favourite accessory that has made a comeback and is refusing to go anywhere. It was Prada who made them officially fashion by sending them down its spring 2019 runway and has been seen on the streets and fashion shows since. The padded headband trend looks like one that is here to stay, at least for a while and has only now starting to gain some traction, because every influencer, style icon (including Kate Middleton), and your next-door neighbour happens to be wearing one of these luxury headbands.
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| Prada's 2019 runway show - source |
Padded headbands are now out in every possible way: cut in velvet, satin, interesting shapes and folds, dolled up in gems, and some extreme heights. They are basically regular Alice bands that have, well you guessed it, padding inside. They are one of the easiest and most versatile hair accessories to wear with any look.
How to Wear Puffy Headbands?
They can turn any bad hair day into a great one, because they look good with both sleek and straight hair or curly waves, natural texture, or with your hair pulled back in a low bun or pony. Short hair, long hair— It doesn’t matter. It all looks good!
Most people choose to go with wearing the padded headband at the centre of the head or pushed back to keep the hair out of your face. It is easy and chic and creates a more modern look.
Don’t over accessorise the rest of your look. A puffy headband is very iconic on its own.
Styling your hair before adding your headband as a puffy headband draws all the attention to your hair. Make sure it is clean and styled before accessorising.
Padded headbands are a great way to highlight a colour in your outfit or simply to add colour to an outfit.
A headband is the No. 1 key hair accessory trend for summer, so lets get inspired by the ideas below!
