Showing posts with label headbands. Show all posts
Showing posts with label headbands. Show all posts

Thursday, June 26, 2008

Designer Spotlight: Made in Shoreditch Somewhere headbands



Like so many other viewers, I'm getting anxious waiting for the next season of Gossip Girl to begin. So I started watching reruns of the show and was reminded of how much I had admired Blair Waldorf's headband in one of the episodes--an enormous red bow headband by Valentino that only the Queen Bee herself could pull off! As Valentino's version is probably costly (and unavailable to boot) and I haven't been able to find a decent similar version, I was thrilled when I came upon a label called Made in Shoreditch Somewhere.

The designer, Jennie, originally hails from Brooklyn but now resides in London and creates the most amazing hair accessories, wristcuffs, and brooches. One in particular that caught my eye was a giant bow headband in fuschia pink, the closest to Blair's I've found yet. Browse through her selection of headbands and you'll find unique blends of lace, charms, beading, chains, and other fanciful embellishments that give off a fun, whimsical, rock and roll vibe. The designer handcrafts each piece with a heavy emphasis on quality and detail.

There's no online store just yet, but I'm hoping they sell and ship to the United States somehow because I am definitely a fan!

Sunday, November 25, 2007

Headbands Heaven

For fall/winter 2007, I've noticed one emerging trend, and it's headbands. I remember wearing them often as an elementary school kid, and I'm happy they're appearing on the fashion radar again. The most current and stylish headbands now are not the painful, thin, plastic ones I wore in school. Today's headbands are often elaborately patterned and embellished...and rather expensive. But if you're willing to shell out big bucks for a hair accessory, then check out headbands by Stacey Lapidus or 3.1 Phillip Lim, two brands that make some of the most outstanding headbands I've seen thus far. Bonus: Stacey Lapidus is offering free shipping for the holidays until 1/1/2008. These extravagant headbands might make a great stocking stuffer for the ultimate fashionista.

3.1 Phillip Lim Silk Organza Headband with beetle appliqué, $135



3.1 Phillip Lim Pleated Star Headband with Swarovski crystals, $275

Stacey Lapidus Silk and Crystal Headband, $120



Stacey Lapidus Killer Headband, $130


Tasha Jewel Metallic Silk Headband, $64.90

Cara Accessories Veil Wrap with Silk Flower, $58


Stacey Lapidus Silk & Crystal Braided Headband, $100


On the other end of the spectrum, Forever 21 offers super affordable headbands that are just as stylish. I love the idea of wearing a huge, floppy bow in your hair. It's a classy look perfect for fall/winter and a great accessory to pair with your holiday outfits!

Forever 21 Ashley Headband, $2.80


Forever 21 Petite Bow Headband, $2.80