Beauty

How to Wear a Scrunchie From Day to Night: Stylish Options for Any Occasion

Published by
Erin Ryser

The triumphant return of the scrunchie has had surprising longevity–and the throwback trend isn’t going anywhere yet. Whether you wore them as a kid or this is your first go-round with these retro hair accessories, scrunchies add a pretty, playful touch to your look in seconds. And with elevated options like organza, lace, leopard prints, and more available, achieving chic, grown-up hairstyles with scrunchies is easier than ever.

Scrunchies also score pretty damn high when it comes to functionality: Thanks to the fabric covering, they’re less likely to snag and damage your strands. Plus, when you’re not wearing one in your hair, it makes a fun, fashionable wrist accessory. Versatility win! Whether you’re headed to brunch, a daytime party, or a dinner date, here’s how to wear a scrunchie from day to night.

Scrunchie + Ponytail:

With an oversized organza scrunchie, a ‘messy’ pony looks pretty and polished! Try this length-maintaining ponytail trick for daytime.

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Instructions:

  1. Pull the hair into two stacked, low ponytails.
  2. Wrap the scrunchie around the top ponytail twice and then loop it over the bottom ponytail.
  3. Pull on the ponytail and the scrunchie for fullness.

Scrunchie + Bun:

A high, modern bun with a middle part and romantic scrunchie is sleek and sexy for date night.

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Instructions:

    1. Section the hair away on both sides from the ear to the part.
    2. Pull the remaining hair into a high ponytail.
    3. Pull the front sections into a ponytail below the high ponytail.
    4. Wrap both ponytails into one bun with the ends of the hair left out.
    5. Secure the bun with a scrunchie.
    6. Pull on the scrunchie for fullness.

See the tutorial video:

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