#Headbands for Women

[heavenlyhimalayan]

Handwoven Headbands from Nepal: Perfect for Every Season and Style

When it comes to multi-functional fashionable accessories-the Baba headbands come up to age as the best in the list of timeless choices. These are much beyond fashion; they are a total mix of art, tradition, and utility. The headbands, as per my knowledge, are woven by hand using the age-old techniques by artisans. Today, these headbands are globally recognized for their unparalleled quality, aesthetics, and sustainability.

Whether you prepare for the cold winters or are looking for a light summer accessory, these handwoven headbands from Nepal will suit all styles and seasons. In this blog, we will see what makes these headbands so special and why they deserve to be in your wardrobe.

The Art of Handweaving: A Nepalese Tradition

Nepal is known for its rich cultural heritage and craftsmanship, and handwoven headbands are a shining example of this legacy. Each headband is handspun with utmost utmost customization by skilled artisans, even today often using the old traditional looms and techniques developed for hand-weaving generations ago.

The designs were inspired from the beauty of Nepal's scenic landscapes and cultural motifs, which result in elaborate patterns and bright colors. And thus, no two headbands are alike. Every headband is the unique creativity and touch of an artisan who made that particular headband.

Warmth and Comfort: Perfect for Cold Weather

One of the major uses of wool in Nepal is the weaving of headbands. Because of its insulation property, wool serves as a natural insulator and provides good warmth without the bulkiness of traditional winter hats. 

Ear and forehead covers made up of wool headbands are cozy even in harshly cold temperatures. Be it along snowy trails while hiking or just going to work or evening walks, woollen headgear keeps one warm in a wonderfully chic manner.

Breathable and Lightweight: Ideal for Summer

In fact, handwoven headbands are not winter accessories alone, contrary to the general belief. Lightweight cotton or blended versions are actually ideal for use during the warm months. They absorb sweat and keep one comfortable throughout summer outdoor activities such as yoga, running, or attending festivals. 

Such lightweight, breathable materials come as a bonus to this: they keep you looking stylish without relenting into comfort, even when it is donning hot.

A Fashion Statement for Every Style

Handmade Nepal headbands come pretty versatile; use them in any fashion for any occasion. Here is how one can use it to elevate one's look:

Casual Wear: Add a pop of color to your everyday outfit with a patterned headband.

Bohemian Vibes: Pair a vibrant, textured headband with flowing skirts and layered jewelry for a boho-chic aesthetic.

Outdoor Adventures: Keep hair in place while hiking or skiing, all while staying warm and stylish.

Formal Flair: Opt for a muted or monochrome design to complement a more polished look.

With a wide variety of designs, patterns, and colors available, there’s a headband for everyone.

Durable and Long-Lasting

These handwoven headbands are made to withstand the test of time. It's the craftsmanship and quality materials that keep them in shape, color, and functionality over time. Unlike their mass-produced counterparts, these headbands will not stretch out, fade, or lose their beauty after just a handful of uses.

Proper care, such as washing it by hand and air drying it, will extend the life of your headband; essentially making it an investment you would cherish for several years. Shop durable headbands for heaven and earth at Heavenly Himalayan.

Eco-Friendly and Sustainable

In this era of quick fashion, hand-knitted headbands made in Nepal have proved to be a wonderful sustainable alternative. These primary constituents, wool and cotton, are natural products and biodegradable. The hand weaving activity itself utilizes a most environmentally friendly method, and anywhere from little to no energy is employed during the whole cycle, producing very little waste.

Wearing a handwoven headband means a life that supports environmentally friendly fashion and reduces your carbon footprint.

Ethical Impact: Supporting Artisan Communities

Indeed one of the best reasons to choose hand woven headbands from Nepal is that your purchase has a tangible difference. Many of these headbands are produced under fair trade processes where artisans receive proper wages and work in safe, ethical conditions.

For many rural women in Nepal, this crafting of headbands for sale is their sole means of livelihood to keep their family going and improve their way of life. You buy these headbands and thus directly promote the welfare of such communities while also preserving the art of weaving.

Perfect for Gifting

If you are looking to give a thoughtful and meaningful gift, then nothing can be better than this beautiful handwoven headband. Its unique look and cultural significance make it unforgettable on any birthday, holiday, or special occasion. Besides, the present combines beauty and purpose: it contributes to sustainable and ethical practices.

Why Hand Woven Headbands from Nepal Are Worth It

Handwoven headbands from Nepal bring about a unique blend of style, practicality, and ethics. Versatile enough for any season, really sturdy enough to hold for years, beautiful enough to enhance any outfit, not to mention the inherent factors that brought them about. 

Beyond their functionality and aesthetic appeal, these headbands represent a commitment to sustainability, tradition, and community support. Choosing these accessories does not just ornament your wardrobe-it becomes an endorsement of the world in which you would like to live.

Find Your Perfect Hand Woven Headband

Are you ready to know the magic of Nepali skills? Heavenly Himalayan is where you can find the hands-down best collection of handcrafted headbands from Nepal. Bring one home today and you'll definitely find the one that fits your style and needs. Whether you want to wear a headband because it's going to be pretty cold, or are after something lightweight, maybe even wanting to wear it just to give a little positive effect, all of these headbands are ideal anytime and for every kind of occasion and style.

[aashniandco]

[speedy-beans]

diversity win! this buggirl is disabled AND trans!

[jeannereames]

Professor Reames, I was looking at the so called burial crown of Philip and I was wondering what’s the relation between that type of crown and the diadem?

Crowns, Diadems, and Headbands

None. They're two different things. First, "crowns" are typically made of plant stems woven together. Later, gold versions of this appear, like the crown in Royal Tomb II. (As you suggest with "so-called," that is probably not Philip's Tomb, whatever tags Greece or the media place on it. Why is a long, detailed story I don't have time to get into but there's literally years' worth of publishing about the identity of the bones in Royal Tombs I and II.)

These gold burial crowns are found ALL OVER the north/Balkan area by the Hellenistic period, but they show up before that (the ossuary of the Spartan general Brasidas at Amphipolis had one). This crown below is from the ginormous tomb of Seuthes III of Thrace, and looked to both Ann and I like a "I can do it bigger and better!" to the Macedonian vault tombs. It dates to the early Hellenistic period. The gold out of that tomb (found in the Kasanlak Museum) is impressive. But you'll see these things a lot. The one from Royal Tomb II is distinctive mostly by its size and attention to detail.

Crowns served lots of purposes. The four big atheletic Games in ancient Greece, including the Olympics and Pythian, were called "stephanic" because the only prize the winner got was a crown. (And not a gold one, either; it was either olive, laurel, pine, or wild celery, depending on the Contest.) It was the HONOR associated with the crown that mattered. (Stephanos = "crown" in Greek, if you or one of your friends is named "Stephen/Steven" or any variation.)

Anyway, crowns show up in all sorts of contexts from drinking parties (symposia) to burials--as with Tomb II. They don't imply anything royal, although they do usually imply some sort of honoring or "dressing up."

"Diadema" just means a headband. We see these all over, even before Alexander. It was designed to keep hair out of your face, often during sports, and might be made of leather or ribbon or some other flexible substance. The first image shows a guy tying one ... the ends are what he's holding in his hands. The pieces broke off the statue, so all that's left is what's around his head and what's in his hands. The second shows in marble the cloth back tie. Many statues had diadems attached in some other material that has since been lost. Remember, these statues were all painted and sometimes had "added bits" like semi-precious stones for eyes, or gold crowns, that later disappeared. So if you see an indention around the crown of a Greek (or Roman) statue? It's missing its diadem!

It was repurposed as women's jewelry too. See below. These start becoming prominent in the Hellenistic Era after ATG, but we do find them earlier, as noted. The diadem as a ROYAL symbol gets connected via Alexander, and then his Successors. (Coin of Antiochus below with his father Seleukos I's image in diadem.)

The diadem as ROYAL symbol seems to be specifically ancient near eastern. The Persian Great King employed it as sort of "action crown," different from the upright tiara that would fall off if he had to move around much (like fight). The Persian royal diadem was either white and blue striped or white and purple striped cloth, and was tied around the head so that the ends dangled.

Apparently, Alexander adopted it instead of the upright tiara (whether he really never wore the tiara is debated). Sometimes, he tied it around his hat (presumably the kausia, a special Macedonian hat that looked kinda like an ancient beret, but there doesn't seem much room on that for a band, so maybe a petasos, or floppy straw sunhat).

Anyway, the gold-covered silver circlet in Royal Tomb II at Vergina is a dressed up version, and one (of several) reasons people have argued it's not Philip's tomb. It's very unclear that the king used a diadem in Macedonia before Alexander. I'd argue they didn't, but admit we lack much evidence either way, except literary.

So while you wear both a crown and a diadem on the ol' noggin', these are two different objects. The later conflation of "crown" with "diadem" = a symbol of royalty, is medieval, or at most, late Roman.

[imhotepii2]

[toyastales]

Versace accessories

[foreshvdowing]

love me, love me,

say that you love me

[paula-of-christ]

pre-emptive caveat to say obviously most protestants aren't this unhinged, just the circles I run in on facebook tend to have more unhinged protestants than catholics.

That being said, the protestant women that I see online are 10x's more wild than the catholic women I see. The latest being "split ends didn't exist before the fall, and so the only reason I cut my hair is to trim off split ends. They won't exist in heaven" like wot???? wot mate???? what are you saying??????

[misskelley]

Molly coming in makes me feel better about this loss

[insufferable-homestuck]

hi rose B)

[womenofwrestlingfashion]

Disney 100 Minnie Mouse Headband (n/a) & Adibreak Shorts in Lilac from Adidas ($45)

[smuganya]

▶ every lucrecia montesinos outfit: 1.01 "bienvenidos"

[stardustandrockets]

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I've been a huge fan of fablebands since I won a giveaway of theirs in 2020. I'm not quite sure just how many designs I have, but the collecting has slowed down a bit as I'm more selective on what I buy. That said, they recently released a Love, Theoretically inspired design called Physics & Chill. It matches the original cover perfectly and I adore all the nods to the story (the Go board, the diabetes ribbon, the CHEESE).

Love, Theoretically was my favorite of the three STEMinist books. The ace-spec rep was *chef's kiss* and not talked about nearly enough. I know these books aren't everyone's cup of tea, but definitely give Love, Theoretically a try. It felt different than the other two while still being the same, if that makes sense.

[imhotepii2]

[hanzajesthanza]

am i allowed to give my witcher OCs and witcher characters with no canon design silly little hats…

maybe the answer is “not only allowed am i Allowed, but i am Compelled and even moreso—Required”

[bijoumikhawal]

fun fact: originally my Egyptian fashion video series was going to have a video just about hair styling, but I cut it because while I had some info it didn't feel like enough for a segment. I do at some point want to do something about that: maybe a follow up video once I find more info or a post series.