New York’s chilly weather makes the walk to class and keeping your hair in place a bit more challenging. Avoid showing up to class with your hair looking messy by trying some of the best winter hair accessories trends inspired by the runways. Try out some of these looks that will help you tame your mane or just add a bit of winter flair to your outfit.
Fuzzy Feelings
Stay warm and fashionable with one of this season’s boldest looks: fur hats. It’s up to you how far you want to take this look. You can choose to make a statement with an extravagant oversized fur hat, like the ones featured by Marc Jabobs or Missoni, or keep it simple like Emilio Pucci with some fur lining. For an extra edge, keep your look dark and monochromatic and let your hat be the focal point of your outfit.
It’s a Wrap
Moschino’s Cheap and Chic featured bold head wraps on their fall runway. The light and whimsical head wraps seen in the summer are transitioning to fall fashion. Fall head wraps are thicker, made of heavier fabric and are usually dark or jewel toned. They are quick and easy to throw on when you’re having a bad hair day and give your ears some protection from the wind. For a more high fashion look, put your hair into a messy updo and place the head wrap at your hairline.
Crown Jewels
Add some sparkle to the gray days of fall with a headband inspired by Oscar de la Renta’s ladylike fall runway. This look can be made easily if you’re a fashionista on a budget or love a great DIY project. All you need is about two yards of ribbon and a rhinestone broach to achieve a high fashion look. This look is simple to recreate yet high on glamour. The jewels make for perfect daytime sparkle or a chic addition to any little black evening dress. To get the look, slick your hair back in a classic chignon or ballerina bun and wrap the ribbon around your head, securing it in a sweet bow.
Vintage Flair
One of the looks that dominated the Fall/Winter 2012 Fashion Week was the vintage menswear hat. This accessory was seen on the runways of some of the biggest names including: Ralph Lauren, Burberry, Marc Jacobs, Gucci and Christian Dior. There are different types of hats that fall under this category, which can be tailored to fit your own individual style. The two most popular styles are the fedora, which is extremely versatile and can be worn with every outfit, and a cloche hat that will give your look a sweeter and more feminine feel. The fedora can add a touch of masculinity to a feminine blouse or demure cable knit, and the cloche is the perfect topper for an evening out. For an extra boost of style, choose a hat that has feather accents.
Justyna Torres is a contributing writer. Email her at [email protected].
