You may have seen them around town and not even realized it. They look like a typical cloth head covering, but the difference is for the wearer. It’s a pre-tied scarf. A comfortable way to cover your hair.
A pre-tied bandana is a head covering for women that is comfortable and easy to wear. It is basically a piece of fabric that is sewn into a head covering with elastic at the neck for an easy fit. The two ends of the cloth, known as “tails”, hang down on either side of the head.
The advantages of this type of hair covering is that you don’t need to tie your hair, which is the number one complaint about headscarves and other head coverings for women. It is already “tied”. Pre-tied handkerchiefs, also known as pre-tied handkerchiefs, kosher handkerchiefs, or stretch tichels, come in a wide variety of colors, fabrics, with any type of decoration you can imagine. Additionally, the two downward-hanging tails can be left hanging as is, tucked inside the head covering, or tied in any number of ways, which lends itself to versatility.
Funky patterned pre-ties can be worn for casual occasions, or a fancy one can be the perfect accessory for even the trendiest event.
These wraps are great for women who are looking to cover their hair in a way that offers full coverage, as they are sewn in such a way that the hair is not showing, unlike a normal tied bandana or scarf.
On the downside, one problem women have with them is that they tend to slip. This is easily corrected by finding the fit and fabric that work best with your hair texture. Often one that is too tight or too loose will slip down. Lycra fabrics also tend to slip more. Other solutions are to use the 2 dangling tails of each cover to securely tie it to the head or use bobby pins, clips or a non-slip headband like Milano WiGrip to hold the pre-tied scarf to the head. head.
Pre-tied bandanas are made by a wide variety of companies, each with their own unique fit and shape. It may take a few tries to find the company or companies that best fit your needs. Someone who is new to pre-tied bandanas may want to try a few different brands to find the one that works best for them.