Spring/Summer Essential – Women’s Head Scarves

July 14th, 2011 by Eliza Mingay

When head scarves are mentioned the automatic thought is that of a 1950s housewife holding a vacuum and a duster… Oh how times have changed.

Revamping trends from the 50s, 60s and 70s is a trend of its own this year and an accessory that has made an amazing comeback is the traditional headscarf.

Typically used in the 50s to hold hair out of the face while cleaning the house, the modernisation of this trend has shown it used to add detail to an outfit, keep hair back in a different and unusual way and display knowledge of budding trends.

Head Scarves on the Runways

Head scarves have been seen on every spring/summer runway this year including Emilio Pucci, Issa, Rochas, D&G, Loewe and Moschino:

How To Wear

Headscarves are a wonderfully unique accessory that won’t necessarily suit every individual style, so when dressing your outfit or head make sure you take extra caution to prevent yourself looking slightly hobo-ish! Here are some general tips in order to find a style that works for you:

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