We all have that one piece in our wardrobe that we cannot get enough of depending on the season: those comfy jeans that fit you like a glove, a fluffy cardigan that seems to wrap you like clouds would do, that gorgeous shade of lipstick that brings the perfect colour to your skin every morning.
In the world of fashion blogging, such timeless elements are often called a signature piece or signature look. Something people end up recognising you for or a touch that you need to add to your looks before you consider them complete.
Do you see where I am going? Yes, I have started considering this trusty old red bandana (one of) my signature piece(s) as I can’t help but add it to pretty much all of my looks for a pop of colour. So I felt like it deserved a full post of its own! 🙂
But then again, I want to avoid all my looks having the same feel –wanna keep you guys inspired!, so after browsing on Pinterest and reading multiple blogposts on how to style a silk scarf (check this one by Gal meets Glam or this one by my lovely fellow blogger Sara from Stilo57), I bring you…
My 5 ways to style the red bandana –or any other scarf you have in your wardrobe. Let’s get cracking!
1. Front neck knot: traditional, casual with a vintage touch. One of my favourites without a doubt –first seen here!
2. Hair up knot: pin-up inspired, very feminine and perfect with a short or long bob, but also with a ponytail or a messy bun. I love to wear my bandana like so in summer and special occasions, such as a barbecue in the park or a fair.
3. Bag knot: we have seen this trend all over Instagram this spring and summer and must admit that I am loving it. Your shoes and bag are not matching exactly? Wrap a silk scarf around your bag chain to tie it all together and add a fun element to a minimal look without going too over board!
4. Belt hoop knot: this bandana is too short to style it as a belt (another way of styling a scarf!), but tying it around the belt hoop works as well and allows you to add an accessory to your look without the need for a bag or purse. Comfort and style for the win 🙂
5. Back neck knot: a new inspiring look I discovered via the aforementioned channels. I love how simple yet how stylish this way of wearing your scarf is. Picture it with a back plunge top, a classic off-the-shoulder top or even a tea dress. This last option adds a rebel touch to any look while keeping it modern and fresh.
In case you are wondering, the backdrop is Boën, a little village in the middle of France that we visited for a close friend’s wedding back in May. The golden hour was casting beautiful lights before a storm broke loose ♥
What is your favourite way of styling the red bandana/silk scarf? Would love to read your comments, glamistas!
Happy Sunday and happy 4th of July to all my American friends!
Peace&Love
Saida
{Primark bardot top – similar here} {Red bandana – old – Similar here & here}
{H&M mom jeans & Necklace} {Dorothy Perkins Shoes} {ZARA woven pom-pom bag – also seen here and here}
Beba
22nd July 2017 at 6:57 amI looove your blog! Amazing text and photos!
Saida
22nd July 2017 at 12:12 pmAwwww, what a sweet comment, dear Beba! Thanks so much for stopping by and hope you keep on visiting 🙂
Rachel
14th July 2017 at 1:36 amYou are so cool and stylish! Great tips! Thanks for sharing!
http://chicglamstyle.com
Saida
14th July 2017 at 5:33 pmMany thanks Rachel, I am obsessed with your work girl! ♥
Steal4Style
11th July 2017 at 4:20 pmMe encantan las bandanas! El año pasado me volví loca y me compré en todos los colores jajaja. La del cinturón no la conocía y me ha encantado. Tomo nota 🙂 La verdad es que me parece un accesorio ideal para llevar de viaje porque da muchas posibilidades. Un besazo, Saida!!
Steal4Style.com
Saida
12th July 2017 at 7:24 pmQué bien que te encanten, yo tengo otra rosa chicle, pero no me la pongo tanto ni de lejos. Me tendría que hacer con una negra para looks un poco más arreglados… Un abrazo!
heelshandbagsandhannah
8th July 2017 at 1:43 amThis is so cute and clever! Love the pop of color. I most definitely have to reincorporate bandanas into my wardrobe.
xoxo,
Hannah
https://hotcocoawithhannah.wordpress.com
Saida
8th July 2017 at 10:20 amThey are highly versatile and easy to style, so I would say yes, you should! 🙂 Thanks so much for stopping by, Hannah Xx
Dora
7th July 2017 at 7:13 pmI love how the red bandana looks in your hair! Such a nice contrast.
Saida
8th July 2017 at 12:11 amThanks a lot babe Xx
Danny
7th July 2017 at 5:44 pmI love all of this, it’s such a small accessorie, but makes all the difference <3. my favorite are definitly as hair bow, cos it's so cute, or around the neck, cos it's totally sexy 😀
Saida
8th July 2017 at 12:03 amAwww thanks so much girl, so glad you liked the post and thanks for dropping by Xx
Siffat Haider
7th July 2017 at 4:20 pmYour post basically sums up why I love bandanas so much – they’re SO versatile! I love how you styled it, and the colour adds such a nice pop to any outfit.
xo
Siffat
http://icingandglitter.com
Saida
8th July 2017 at 12:04 amThey are indeed, I am making the most of the nice weather to wear all sorts of scarfs because… ♥
Daniel
7th July 2017 at 2:08 pmThanks for sharing! Love all the tips! Cool outfits as well!
Daniel x
The Daniel Originals | Instagram: danielpoonvignez
Saida
8th July 2017 at 12:04 amThanks for reading Daniel, that’s very kind of you xx
Margaret
7th July 2017 at 4:39 amYou look so cute with the bandana on your head! It gives a vintage vibe! I love it!
xx Margaret
http://www.maleemaleehong.com
Saida
8th July 2017 at 12:10 amhey Margaret, I am really glad you stopped by and liked the look! Happy Friday ♥
Jessica
7th July 2017 at 2:14 amThese are all amazing ideas – the hair up knot is definitely my fave! It is amazing how little creativity can add a lot to the look. It’s amazing how versatile a bandana is!
Jessica | notjessfashion.com
Saida
8th July 2017 at 12:09 amThank you so so much Jessica! It is amazing indeed how such a little piece can be worn in so many different styles 🙂
Ashley
6th July 2017 at 7:00 pmI love a red bandana!
-Ashley
Le Stylo Rouge
Saida
8th July 2017 at 12:08 amYay! Thanks for dropping by, gorgs!
MONICA SORS
6th July 2017 at 11:16 amSuch an amazing outfit and pictures!! So cool!!
xx
Mónica Sors
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Saida
8th July 2017 at 12:08 amThanks Monica
therealpinkblogger
6th July 2017 at 9:55 amI love the ways you’ve styled your bandana! So unique!
Have an awesome day!
xx, Kris
https://dreamingofpink.wordpress.com
Saida
8th July 2017 at 12:08 amAww thanks a lot sweetie, makes me really happy you liked the post!!
Monique | SkeletonWeirdo
6th July 2017 at 9:25 amAh! All these styles are lovely! Personally I still obsess over the belt hoop knot, so cute!
SkeletonWeirdo
Saida
8th July 2017 at 12:07 amIt’s not the obvious choice but I think it’s an easy way of accessorizing and adding a pop of colour to any outfit 🙂 Thanks so much for reading Monique!
violettedaily
6th July 2017 at 8:28 amI love how you styled this bandana! My favorite is the hair up knot!
http://violettedaily.com
Saida
8th July 2017 at 12:06 amCute pin-up sort of vibe, right? Thanks a million for your sweet comment, dear
VVEEKEND 101
6th July 2017 at 8:03 amI’m loving this tips! definitely wearing my bandana to create different looks now 🙂 also, I’m starting to think its cute to wear straw bag as daily bag! <3
VVEEKEND 101
Saida
8th July 2017 at 12:06 amYes, totally agree Claudia, this straw bag goes everywhere with me and it completes every single outfit! Thanks for stopping by and hope you have a fantastic weekend!
rin handika
6th July 2017 at 6:18 amReally love your outfit so much! And you looks so stunning!
http://www.ismurfshion.com
Straight A Style
6th July 2017 at 3:05 amSo creative and so classic. Love all the ways you styled this.
Amy Ann
Straight A Style
Saida
8th July 2017 at 12:05 amThanks lovely Amy!!
Rina
5th July 2017 at 9:28 pmI have never seen more than half of these ideas for styling your bandana. I’m especially love it tied to your bag and jeans. I have worn it around my neck facing frontwards before and love how it looks. Makes your outfit look polished and put together <3. The pop of red is a nice touch too!
xoxo
Rina Samantha
http://www.andshedressed.com
Saida
5th July 2017 at 10:55 pmHahahaha, you know I am all about inspiration and find so many cool ideas in other blogs and on Pinterest. You should try some of these ways to wear a scarf, I am sure they would look amazing on you Rina Samantha! Xx
Anne
4th July 2017 at 9:55 amSuch a fashionista had never been seen in the streets of Boen sur lignon before!!
I need to send this to the board of tourism, you make the town look very pretty 😉
xxxx
Saida
5th July 2017 at 10:54 pmI am blushing with such a sweet comment, my Northern Irish girl! This post will always bring nice memories to my mind ♥
Sara
3rd July 2017 at 4:39 pm¡Gracias por la mención! Jo, tengo que ponerme las pilas y editar un poco la plantilla, que cambia muchísimo el contenido. Abrazo
Saida
5th July 2017 at 10:53 pmGracias a ti por la mención en primer lugar, preciosa! Y sí, anímate que tu contenido está muy chulo pero navegar es un pelín contraintuitivo 😛
The Fashion Folks
3rd July 2017 at 3:50 pmAll of these ideas are so cute! I have a similar scarf that I’ve barely been using, so thank you for all the lovely inspiration ideas! Have a lovely week babe! Xx
http://www.thefashionfolks.com
Saida
5th July 2017 at 10:52 pmI am sure you can make a better use of that little number then Mia! Hope your week is going great, babe
nistha saraf
3rd July 2017 at 5:04 amSo pretty, I love how you have styled it in multiple ways. Have not tried bandana yet. You inspire me now!!
Love
Nistha
https://www.fashionistha.com/pink-cape-top-and-zara-pumps/
Saida
5th July 2017 at 10:51 pmWould love to see it on you Nistha!! Thanks for reading, girl
Maria | Short Girl Long Jacket
3rd July 2017 at 2:00 amThese are all such good ideas! I used to have a polka dot silk scarf that I loved, I think I should get a new one because they’re so versatile.
Saida
5th July 2017 at 10:50 pmI am telling you, I use this bandana more often than some of my bags! Simply ties an outfit together so easily 😉
Milena ☁️
2nd July 2017 at 10:59 pmThis is such a great post! I love how just adding a small accessory can elevate outfits in so many different ways! <3
http://milenawears.com
x
Saida
5th July 2017 at 10:50 pmThanks a lot for stopping by Milena, I agree it’s such a fun and easy way to change your look and keep it all together 🙂
Mel
2nd July 2017 at 3:49 pmSuch a beautiful place! A perfect match for your great bandana looks 🙂
The second one is my favourite (I have a soft spot for pin-up styles!). I remember the first time I saw you wearing it at the strawberry fair <3 I loved it! And I just fell for it all over again 😉
xxx
Saida
5th July 2017 at 10:49 pmAhh, yes, I really like the pin-up wink and I do remember the Strawberry fair with you, my dearrrr! :*