The Head and The Headband

Monday's Outfit

Dress & Rose Belt: Anthropologie

Headband: Forever 21
Shoes: Enzo Angolini Peep Toe Pumps

I absolutely love accessories! Accessories are key pieces that allow you to express yourself and can make your outfit unique.

Accessories can be anything from chunky bangles, layered necklaces, tights, belts, to my personal favorite, headbands. Thanks to Gossip Girl and Blair Waldorf, headbands are everywhere. There are tons of little booths popping up on the sidewalks in SoHo selling custom-made feather and sequin headbands. They truly are a must-have accessory and can add that little 'je ne sais quoi' to any outfit. However, not just anything can fly as a must-have essential accessory. There are some accessories that will ruin even the best outfits as they often can overpower the outfit itself. The accessories to avoid are: fanny packs, fake dog purses and MANNEQUIN HEADS.

The other day, I was at XES, the gay bar I frequent with my lovely boys, having our usual 2-for-1 cocktails. When all of a sudden Gregory says "very carefully, look what's on the ground over your right shoulder." What I saw was tragic and haunts me to this day. There was a mannequin head surrounded by cigarette butts with piercing green eyes, large silver hoops, and what looked like a late 90's prom hair up do. Where did this head come from? Who would bring such a thing to a bar. Next thing you know, this head is the talk of the town and there's a line to take pictures with it. Talk about a conversation piece.

Where I Find My Headbands:
Forever21.com
Anthropology
Kadette - Located on Prince between Broadway & Mercer (Thursday-Sunday)