How to Wear a Bandana Every Way Possible

If you’re wondering how to wear a bandana in a number of different ways, look no further than the women below who have perfected the art of turning the humble accessory into a quietly chic fashion statement.

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Showing us how to wear a bandana has been done by everyone from historical icons like Rosie the Riveter to modern-day faves like Kendall Jenner; the kerchief has appeared on the runway at Alexander Wang and popped up season after season in street style.

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Part of its appeal is that it can be worn in so many different ways: around the neck with the tails long, wrapped around the handle of a bag, as a headband. Just avoid wearing it as a face mask to protect against COVID-19, as its efficacy has been proven subpar. But as an accessory, it’s always in style, so keep reading for inspiration on how to wear yours.

How to wear a bandana around your neck

Whether you tie it with the point in front, fold the whole thing to make a choker, or wrap an oversized version like a scarf, wearing a bandana around your neck is both classic and incredibly chic.

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Claudio Lavenia

No, letting the bandana’s point take center stage isn’t just for cowboys. Try styling yours this way to add a little extra something to jeans and a tee.

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Wrapping a bandana around your neck and letting the knot hang out on the side is effortlessly chic.

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Edward Berthelot

Don’t be afraid to mix prints with your bandana.

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Melodie Jeng

Skip the necklace and try wrapping a bandana around your neck, choker-style.

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Christian Vierig

This bandana tie shows both the point and the knot. A little French, non?

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Edward Berthelot

Another choker-style bandana, though she gets extra points for matching it to her bag.

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Street Style : Paris Fashion Week Womenswear Spring/Summer 2018 : Day Five

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Kirstin Sinclair

This spangly bandana adds some fun to a tee and blazer.

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Edward Berthelot

Knotting it in front and letting the ends hang out isn’t only easy but looks incredibly modern.

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Street Style: February 21st - Milan Fashion Week Fall/Winter 2020-2021

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Claudio Lavenia

Don’t sleep on the oversized bandana!

How to wear a bandana in your hair

Tie it like a headband, a head wrap, or a ponytail holder; there are seemingly endless ways to wear a bandana on your head.

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Edward Berthelot

Tying your bandana in the back adds some drama to any outfit.

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Timur Emek

It also looks particularly chic with Breton stripes and classic gold hoops.

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Use your bandana to tie your ponytail—so cute!

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Claudio Lavenia

A stylish way to wear a bandana.

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Mauricio Santana

Tie a bandana like a headband, with the knot in front.

How to wear a bandana like a shirt

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Daniel Zuchnik

Hi, is it summer yet?

How to wear a bandana on your bag

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It’s the accessory trend that just won’t quit. If you need something to spruce up your bag, tie a bandana to the handle. You can switch it out with different scarves depending on your mood or outfit.

How to wear a bandana as a belt

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Find an extra-large bandana—or tie a few together—and fashion it into a belt to wear with your favorite jeans.

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