Summer has hit us full on and we bet you are wondering how to manage your hair as scalp gets sticky and hair gets greasy. While tying up is a great option, it may not be the hairstyle you are looking for with your outfit.
But, sweat not, at the Cannes Film Festival, a celebration of cinema and couture, we spotted a surprisingly low-effort, high-impact trend that’s as practical as it is pretty: the humble headband. From classic fabrics to glamorous embellishments, these stylish stars proved that a headband isn’t just an accessory—it’s a summer survival hack.
Wondering how to style it? Take cues from these divas!
When Deepika Padukone strutted down the Cannes red carpet with her baby pink headband, we knew she was on to something. Paired with a chic pulled-back hairstyle, the look was an ideal way to beat the French Riviera heat while still looking polished.
And she didn’t stop there. Deepika later swapped the classic headband for a scarf-style wrap, tying her hair back in the most effortless, boho-chic way possible. Windy day? Frizzy baby hairs? Doesn’t matter. Her scarf-headband was a masterclass in turning bad hair weather into a moment.
She even went full glam with a bejewelled headband, proving that even formal events can be headband-friendly. It wasn’t just functional—it was fabulous. With her hair neatly pulled away from her face, the look was clean, fresh, and totally sweat-proof.
Let’s face it, we’ve all been there—your hair’s feeling limp, flat, and a little too oily to be left open. Enter Aditi Rao Hydari’s pretty-in-pink headband moment. It gave her just the right amount of lift, structure, and style without overdoing it.
Leave it to Sonam Kapoor to turn a headband into a red carpet moment. Her beachy waves, paired with a bold red hairband, brought serious boho glam energy to Cannes. But behind the high-fashion façade was a genius solution: concealing greasy roots and sweat-induced messiness without compromising on style.
Her hairband didn’t just hold her waves in place—it made the look. It’s the kind of styling trick that works just as well at brunch as it does on the boardwalk.
So, what’s your headband vibe this summer?
