Introduction
Bandanas are the timeless and simple addition to any wardrobe that allows you to dress in style. For men trying to work bandanas into their looks, there are countless ways to do so, all yielding a distinct aesthetic. Here, a complete how-to on nailing the bandana with confidence and flair.
Classic Headband
Wearing a bandana as a headband One of the most common uses for a bandana is to wear it as a headband. This is the ideal style for preventing hair in your face, and it gives off a relaxed, casual vibe:
How to wear: Fold the bandana into a long strip and tie it across your head, slightly above the brow, secure on the back/side of your neck. Tie it behind or to the side for a snug fit.
Style Tips: Great for casual wear and sport, match it with a t-shirt and wearing this pair of denim for a casual day out.
Neck Accessory
Using a bandana as a neck scarf is an easy way to dress up. It’s an easy way to add a pop of color, and a dose of sophistication:
How to Wear: Fold the bandana in half, on the diagonal, and tie it around your neck. Tie it to the front, or wrap it to the side a for chic styling.
Fashion Collar: Match with a leather jacket or lightweight blazer a classic denim shirt or even a knit Sweatshirt and a cool bandana.
Wrist Wrap
A wrist wrapped bandana provides a bit of edge and bohemian style to your look. It’s a discreet method of working this accessory in:
How to Style It: Fold your bandana into a strip and tie it around your wrist with a knot or a tuck.
Styling Tips: Slip it on with a watch or bracelet for a stacked look.
Pocket Square
To kick it up a notch, opt for a bandana as a pocket square. It adds some personality and color to suits and blazers:
How to Wear: Tightly fold the bandana and tuck into your jacket pocket, leaving a small point to show.
Style Guide: Select a bandana that matches your tie or shirt for coordinated flair.
Face Mask
More recently, bandanas have made a comeback as a stylish form of face cover:
How To Wear: Fold bandana into a triangle, tie around face covering nose and mouth. Secure it with a knot at the nape of the neck.
Style-savvy Advice: Pair with your favorite classic patterns or solid to coordinate your dress suit.
Hat Band
You can dress up a hat by replacing the original hat band with a bandana. This folding gives a new dimension to your headwear:
How to wear: Fold the bandana at the base of your hat & tie the ends in a floppy bow-knot.
Style Advice: This goes great with fedoras or wide brim hats and brings mystique to your outfit.
Backpack Accent
If you tie a bandana onto your backpack, suddenly your accessories are 101% more you:
How to Put It to Use: Tie bandana to a strap or handle of your backpack.
Style Tips: Go for a completely different color than your backpack for the most eye-catching look.
Ankle Wrap
If you’re looking for something fun and different to wear, here’s a good option: a bandana on your ankle:
How to Wear: Fold bandana into a strip and wrap around ankles, secure with a knot.
Style Fit: Great to pair it with cropped pants and shorts to show the bandana as accessory.
Hair Tie
If you have longer hair, a bandana serves as a functional-yet-stylish hair tie:
How to Wear: Fold the bandanna down to a strip and tie around your hair to slide back into a ponytail or bun.
Style With: To dress up or wear the casual work look retro xxxx with a variety of shirts!
Belt Accessory
For a casual ‘hang in’ out’ kind of look, tie a bandana around your belt loop:
How to Wear: Save the outfit and knot the bandana through a belt loop and loop1¾ wide to be worn as long as you want.
Style Tip: Ideal for festivals or casual meets, this will brighten up your look.
Conclusion
Bandanas are a great accessory worn many ways for different looks. Whether you are on the hunt for an urban, cool or elegant look, adding a bandana can take your outfit from blah to ta-da and allow you to express who you are inside. Here we have an array of original ideas so boys can get in on the age-old intrigue of bandanas and incorporate them as a staple accessory into their fashion regime.
