Accessory Report Hair Bows
As youngsters, we were known around the neighborhood for throwing tremendous tea parties. Everyone from the surrounding blocks wanted to come and drink some imaginary Earl Grey with us, and while we were definitely excellent mini-hostesses, our popularity probably had something to with our guests wanting to play with our elaborate and enviably organized doll collection. We may be grown-ups now, but we’re still fond of “getting dolled up,” (albeit in a totally different way) and occasionally even find ourselves taking style tips from our porcelain childhood companions. It appears we’re not the only ones who enjoy a little nostalgic accessorizing, as we’ve noticed a number of trendsetters are reaching for that dolly classic—the hair bow.
Hair bows have a rich and varied history, of course, and have been spotted on some of our favorite people in all of pop culture. We loved Alice (in Wonderland) and her classic black headband prettified with a bow, the frilly pastel bows worn by the Von Trapp girls in The Sound of Music, and who could forget Madonna in her Lucky Star music video sporting an oversized, lacy version of the look? Not us! Naturally, the material girl in all of us celebrated when we spotted a variety of bows on the fall runways. We adored everything from the exaggerated fairytale bows at Sportmax to the prim and polished look at Calvin Klein to the long colorful ribbons that complemented Luella's gothic carnival ambience.
Designers aren’t alone in their fondness for the hair accessory, it seems bows are making it big with young celebrities as well. One modern day mistress of the dolled-up look, Katy Perry, is clearly fond of girlish bows. She wore a petite pink bow pinned to a small section of her hair while performing for MTV's FNMTV. (The bow itself was actually pulled off one of Perry's stage costumes.) Another pop star who is partial to the trend is Rihanna; she went for a punky version of the look with Claire's Skull Bow Headwrap ($5.50, 310.446.0063) while shopping in West Hollywood last month. Equally keen on hair bows are a few of our trusted British fashionistas—Alexa Chung and Kelly Osbourne. Chung amplified her already demure disposition when she turned up at Glamour's Women of the Year Awards with a navy piece of ribbon in her hair from famed British bow emporium VV Roleaux. Finally, Osbourne left London's Radio One Show in June modeling a doll-like maroon bow that most closely resembles those shown on the Sportmax runway.
On the product front, make note that later this month you can purchase Luella’s bows in the designer’s online shop. Both the Hair Clip ($85) and Alice Hairband ($95) will bear the brand's trademark heart in the center of each piece. If you have any free-spirit tendencies (at least when it comes to how you dress), then Gabriela Artiga's Vintage Bow Headband
($86) is the bow for you. Readers who delight in making statements should try a full-on version like ASOS' Chapeau Claudette Oversize Bow and Veil Clip ($44). Prepsters and Gossip Girl fans alike will admire Forever 21's Plaid Bow Hair Clip ($4.80) and Textured Ribbon Headband ($2.80), not only are they very Blair Waldorf, but you can't beat the price. Just like with chains, bows are something you can easily do on your own, so take a cue from Katy Perry and stretch your creativity! —Jessica Amento
Photos of Alexa and Katy, Getty Images. Photo of Kelly, Splash News. Runway images, First View.
Hair bows have a rich and varied history, of course, and have been spotted on some of our favorite people in all of pop culture. We loved Alice (in Wonderland) and her classic black headband prettified with a bow, the frilly pastel bows worn by the Von Trapp girls in The Sound of Music, and who could forget Madonna in her Lucky Star music video sporting an oversized, lacy version of the look? Not us! Naturally, the material girl in all of us celebrated when we spotted a variety of bows on the fall runways. We adored everything from the exaggerated fairytale bows at Sportmax to the prim and polished look at Calvin Klein to the long colorful ribbons that complemented Luella's gothic carnival ambience.
Designers aren’t alone in their fondness for the hair accessory, it seems bows are making it big with young celebrities as well. One modern day mistress of the dolled-up look, Katy Perry, is clearly fond of girlish bows. She wore a petite pink bow pinned to a small section of her hair while performing for MTV's FNMTV. (The bow itself was actually pulled off one of Perry's stage costumes.) Another pop star who is partial to the trend is Rihanna; she went for a punky version of the look with Claire's Skull Bow Headwrap ($5.50, 310.446.0063) while shopping in West Hollywood last month. Equally keen on hair bows are a few of our trusted British fashionistas—Alexa Chung and Kelly Osbourne. Chung amplified her already demure disposition when she turned up at Glamour's Women of the Year Awards with a navy piece of ribbon in her hair from famed British bow emporium VV Roleaux. Finally, Osbourne left London's Radio One Show in June modeling a doll-like maroon bow that most closely resembles those shown on the Sportmax runway.
On the product front, make note that later this month you can purchase Luella’s bows in the designer’s online shop. Both the Hair Clip ($85) and Alice Hairband ($95) will bear the brand's trademark heart in the center of each piece. If you have any free-spirit tendencies (at least when it comes to how you dress), then Gabriela Artiga's Vintage Bow Headband
Photos of Alexa and Katy, Getty Images. Photo of Kelly, Splash News. Runway images, First View.
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38 post(s)
First of all, Rihanna is divine and the queen of accessories. This summer I have been wearing tons of headbands and I recently bought a vintage hat with a peacock feather that I have yet to wear out, was a little nervous. But my fave thing this summer is a bangle that says FUCK ART by Jessica Kagan Cushman. My cousin told me about these bangles, made from 10,000 year old mammoth. I got it at shopsheboutique.com!!! (they also have tonz of other stuff, I had a field day there.) I have recieved 10,000 compliments. Gwen Stefani has one as well (another goddess in my book)
Posted by: Skye | 2008-08-11 14:54:26
haha bows? some people see that as a 'scenekid' trend. depends how you wear it. if katy perry had a plastic bow, then it would probably look like that.
Posted by: nicole | 2008-08-10 11:17:01
I would like to see a defined lack of Katy Perry in WWWD posts to come. Otherwise...okay post, I love bows, but not too garish like Rihanna's. However, Alexa Chung, as per usual, is awesome and really rocking whatever she wears.
Posted by: Aitch | 2008-08-09 05:23:24
Okay, I'm officially sick of this trend. Everyone wears them now.
Posted by: patty | 2008-08-08 23:41:33
Alexa's the only one who looks sophisticated.
Posted by: Laurie | 2008-08-08 09:46:41
kate perry will be over in five minutes, rihanna is over (& doesnt know how to dress. i just want to rip those hoops off her ears. gag!) alexa is looking stunning as always. & kelly is so cute.
Posted by: abby | 2008-08-07 23:28:02
I've been loving bows for a while now since seeing it as a signature for Leighton Meester's character on Gossip Girl. I do think that a picture of Leighton as Blair should have been posted, but I do give props for at least mentioning it.
Posted by: Jessica | 2008-08-07 19:50:24
I bought new ribbon for bows two days ago and yesterday I saw that they had this. I thought that was cool. I will make a post on it on my blog: http://murdesoleildemarguerite.blogspot.com/
Posted by: Cindy | 2008-08-07 09:41:58
I don't get Rihanna's style. But yeah she is like a total fashion victim. She is always overdone; too much accessories, hairspray, makeup and 'current style'. It just doesn't work for her.
Posted by: kris | 2008-08-06 21:30:46
i probably like katy perry the best...i LOVE LOVE LOVE bows!!! but none of these are that great..ive seen better bows pulled off by real people on the street at sites like facehunter
Posted by: | 2008-08-06 19:58:33
Out of these pictures, Alexa's is the most "classical beauty" like. In my opinion she manages to pull of the hair bow in a way that the bow is almost undetected, but still adds to the classical style. Black bow with a black dress is a safe choice and works very well. I can't understand the complains about Rihanna's style. In my opinion she has the coolest style out of all the people in this picture. Her style is rock/punk and the huge amount of accessories is essential for it. The black head bow blends in with the rest of the accessories and doesn't scream for attention since everything is nicely black and white/silver. Kelly Osbourne looks cute and I really like the colour and cut of her coat. The head bow adds nicely to the little school girl image :)
Posted by: Mary | 2008-08-06 19:15:29
they look dumb and retard!!
Posted by: s | 2008-08-06 18:53:15
Real fashion from the RUNWAYS and GOOD celebrity trends LAJOLIEetJEUNETTE.blogspot.com Seriously...Winter Florals, Ripped Skinnies, Mk+Ash Olsen's Jewlery Line, it's all there! BETTER THAN THIS! They did CHAINS 2 WEEKS AGO!
Posted by: LaJolieEtJeunet | 2008-08-06 16:08:12
Rihanna would win, if we were playing Who can Wear the MOST Accessories. since when was that style?
Posted by: lindsay | 2008-08-06 15:17:24
I dont like the bows at all..
Posted by: kristin ondocsi | 2008-08-06 14:58:46
A rather unfortunate trend. None of those celebs look like anything more than a fashion victim. Perhaps we can just avert our eyes and pass by this one like a car accident. Non?
Posted by: Janeaintplain | 2008-08-06 14:48:59
this offends me hair bows are 7 steps backwards in Fashion, and Katy Perry looks like rainbow bright. You should have covered turbans. Looking like a 5 yr old is never a good idea.
Posted by: Beatrice | 2008-08-06 14:42:53
Rihanna should really take a tip from Coco Chanel and remove at least one accessory before walking out the door, better yet Rihanna should remove at least 10 things. Alexa makes it look less costume-like and she keeps it simple without too many accessories so you notice her and not just that she's wearing a bow in her hair like the others.
Posted by: bella vita | 2008-08-06 14:23:38
loooove Katy perry!! YAY so happy to see her here. her style is so refreshing
Posted by: lovesgemma | 2008-08-06 11:44:59
Rihanna and Katy Perry did it the best. It's so 80's Madonna. I love it.
Posted by: ...loveMaegan | 2008-08-06 11:39:30
does anyone else not think that Rihanna is gross, and I totally agree, waaaay too many accessories. the earings, the bow the neckaces AND the sun-glasses, way to much. Alexa on the otherhand looks brill!
Posted by: beth | 2008-08-06 11:02:37
> fashionchalet.blogspot.com < Only Alexa's (and Luella 's --if you are on the Runway!)
Posted by: Fashion Chalet | 2008-08-06 10:18:23
katy perry & jill sobule's songs are SO different, Llew...
Posted by: rr | 2008-08-06 10:07:38
I've been wearing bows for years, so glad to see that they're being appreciated by an over 10 crowd!
Posted by: Cattysue | 2008-08-06 09:40:43
I LOVE Kelly osborns glasses. Where can I get similar?
Posted by: ingrid | 2008-08-06 09:22:30
KATY PERRY IS A POSER! Jill Sobule sang a song entitled "I Kissed a Girl" in the 90's. But, apparently since Ms. Perry is supposedly "hot," she getting a lot of attention for something that's already been done. She's not the first singer to "kiss a girl." And her little pink bow is stupid.
Posted by: Llew | 2008-08-06 09:07:59
posted about this yesterday...http://somenotesonnapkins.blogspot.com/2008/08/get.html
Posted by: SNON | 2008-08-06 09:04:03
Alexa looks the best by far!
Posted by: Amy | 2008-08-06 07:34:06
alexa is truly dreamy. rhianna on the other hand... eek.
Posted by: Karina | 2008-08-06 07:22:47
When i look at rhihanna i see fashion victim, dont know what other ppl see in her.. I wish that i never have to see her again...
Posted by: Charlotte | 2008-08-06 03:19:43
I love hair bows but not a fan of the examples you have used with the exception of alexa who looks stylish as usual. iheartfashionxxx.blogspot.com
Posted by: JA XXX | 2008-08-06 03:10:16
posts like this one, are the reason i keep coming back for more. this is the first time in a while i've felt pleased.
Posted by: claudia olivia | 2008-08-06 01:59:42
boring! and ugly. ugh. ew.
Posted by: rebecca Wahl | 2008-08-06 01:51:27
riri rocks it.
Posted by: rr | 2008-08-06 01:49:21
Oh dear... I think Rihanna needs to remove an accessory -- or 4. A little bow on a headband can be done well, but a large floppy one just looks slightly bizarre. Alexa Chung looks best here, & I daresay it might be because I can't actually really see the bow...
Posted by: Dell | 2008-08-06 01:47:59
eh, not quite. a little too hello kitty or something for me. i don't mind tying it within the ponytail, if you make it look classy. however, rihanna's simply looks dumb, although that is her style (punk/girlish, not dumb.) thanks for the style input though!
Posted by: Zoe | 2008-08-06 00:41:08
love this look and love the story.
Posted by: Sarah | 2008-08-06 00:13:20
ickkkkkkk
Posted by: Kianna | 2008-08-06 00:00:35