6 Cool Ways to Wear a Bandana Now That Spring Is Here
I love bandanas—so much so that I decided to design a style of my own called Daisies. They're good for so many things: riding and skiing and fishing and getting all sorts of stuff done! And of course, they look great with jeans. In fact, I'd say they're meant for denim.
Westernwear is trending, which has put the bandana at the top of our spring accessories lists. Look no further than the recent Lee x J.Crew collaboration to hear the cowgirls calling. But what if rodeo isn't the look you're going for? You don't need a horse to make a bandana look right. Here are six stylish ways to wear a classic cotton square on the ranch and off.
1. The Twist and Tie
It's simple: Fold opposite corners toward the center of the bandana, and keep folding in until you have a long, necktie-shaped band. Then twist tightly—tighter than you think—so the bandana looks like a rope. Wrap it around your neck once and secure it with a double knot. It should be loose, like a necklace.
Pro tip: Spray your bandana with your favorite fragrance. It'll hold the scent for days until you wash it.
2. The Mini Cape
Start by folding your bandana into a triangle. Then, with the apex at your back, tie the bandana around your neck with the knot in front. I like wearing it this way over a lightweight denim shirt or jacket buttoned all the way up with the collar folded over the little cape-like scarf.
3. The Wrangler's Way
This is the most Western way to style it. Fold the bandana into a triangle, then take the longest edge and fold it once again. The fold should be about three inches wide. Then, with the triangle's apex in the front, tie the bandana at the back of the neck. Not too tight! Layer a necklace on top if you're feeling fancy.
4. Charmed
This one requires using one of the Daisies bandanas, which come with a Signature Anchor Charm that attaches to the buttonhole I've sewn in one corner. Do that—attach the charm to the buttonhole—then get your bandana into the "twist and tie" rope shape. (See No. 1.) Wrap the bandana around your neck, thread the loose end through the charm, and tie a little knot around the "necklace" you've just made. Adjust the tied end so the tip is facing down, and wiggle the charm so it's visible at the neck. It might sound tricky, but I promise it's not!
5. Put a Ring on It
You'll need a ring—size 5 or smaller depending on how thick your bandana is—to secure it this way. The ring must fit very tightly so it doesn't slip off! Just follow the picture, easy peasy.
6. The Headbander
Get the look that Carolyn Bessette Kennedy made so very fashionable by tying a triangle bandana around your head. Note: The CBK way sits high behind the hairline and is more peasant than pirate. The way I like to wear it involves tying the bandana straight across your forehead, ears tucked. Either way can be very pretty and is a great alternative to the hair-hiding baseball cap.
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