The headband is autumn’s chicest accessory, just ask Bella Hadid

We love an autumn hair trend, from voluminous ’70s layers to cinnamon brunette shades we’ve got our cuts and colour down, as for this season’s hottest accessory? The headband is back in. 

We saw it at Dior AW22, where models wore delicate crystal alice bands. Roksanda accessorised outfits with black ribbon headbands and David Koma brought back the ’90s zigzag comb headband.

As for the trends latest disciple? Bella Hadid served up a Preppy Girl Era-meets-Rockstar Girlfriend look, wearing a simple black headband, toughened up in a leather finish – with matching leather outfit ofc – while in Paris for fashion week. Proof that the school girl accessory doesn’t need to feel too prim or cutesy.

In general, as we lean into autumn, hair accessories are emerging as a major trend. And if the runways, red carpets and TikTok are anything to go by, we should really focus our attention towards these often-overlooked pieces pronto, paying particular attention to the humble headband.

If up until now, you’ve just shoved in a bobble when your hair’s getting in the way, or popped a few hair grips in when you’ve gone longer than you’d like to admit between washes, it’s time to reconsider. This season, barrettes, bows and headbands are all the rage.

Statement hair clips and sparkly barrettes may have dominated runway and street style trends over recent years, but jumbo headbands are having a real moment this season – best snapped up via the likes of Prada and Ganni. We’re calling it: Autumn 2022 will be the headband’s season. Even if you’re not a ‘headband person’ (trust us).

Whether you’re into something subtle or one with bells and whistles, there are five trends dominating the headband arena right now that’ll thrill people from either end of the sartorial spectrum…

1. SATIN