Accessories are a big deal with designers these days, but it’s even better when the must-have accessory of a season is just so darn easy to make! Take the turban headband for example, or “turband” as we like to call it. Prada and Hermès both showcased versions of this satin head topper, and it has been seen on celebs and the fashionforward set ever since. The look is whimsical and eclectic, yet chic and sophisticated. Here’s our take from Quick Stuff to Sew, Vol. 1 with three different versions to twist, tie, or square up and sport.
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