There are many times throughout the year when we have to pull out all the stops with what we wear. Fancy and formal occasions like weddings, corporate or holiday gatherings and the like, often require that we put on our absolute finest clothing (please be careful to never outshine a bride!), but then we’re left with the following questions – “What in the world do I wear on my head?” and “How do I style a fancy head wrap?” This article outlines some of the many approaches that one may take while trying to come up with a wrap for almost any special occasion!

Scarves and Accessories

Formal or fancy occasions allow us to break out all of our shiny and glitzy gear! Why don’t we start with Wrapunzel’s “3 S’s” as Shari and Rivka like to call them. Our Shiny-licious, Sparkle-licious and Shimmery Scarves are all great to consider for these stand-out wraps. The Shiny-licious and Sparkle-licious add metallic glow and, in the Shimmery’s case, some texture too! They’re just fun to play with to gussy yourself up! Just add one, or mix a few, for quick pizzazz.

In the past, Wrapunzel has offered some ‘one-off’ formal scarves that were absolute stunners! Take a look at our Belle of the Ball Scarf and Ultimate Wedding Tichel below. These two were absolute wonders. They merely needed to be worn to create a formal impact.

Accessories speak for themselves. They give you an instant lift with their gold, silver, rhinestone or glittered gleam. For special times, consider a headband or pin on your wrap! If you’ve never added one before, you’re in for a treat. Your usual, simple one-scarf wrap will be instantly transformed into something unbelievable. You won’t believe your eyes!

And if you’re looking for a more sleek look using accessories, consider a statement pair of earrings. Try a long dangle or something bigger on the earlobe than your regular style. A pair of statement earrings and a simple Regal Wrap create a stunning look that will turn heads.

Colors

“To match or not to match?” THAT is the question!

SITUATION: ”Help! As a member of a wedding party, I have to wear a blush lavender dress for my friend’s wedding and I don’t know if I’ll ever be able to find a scarf to match it!”

That’s no problem at all. You can choose to go with a complementary scarf in the same colorway and jazz it up with accessories. Sometimes when you ‘break up’ a head wrap look with accessories, matching your wrap to your dress doesn’t seem as daunting a task – it fools the eye of the beholder.

OR, you can ignore the blush lavender thing altogether and go for a wrap of all silver and gold colors to match your accessories or shoes instead. There are so many options!

AND, of course, if you’re lucky, that perfect blush lavender scarf will be awaiting you somewhere and it’s just a matter of finding it! Finding it can sometimes be quite frustrating, so if it doesn’t appear for you, try one of the solutions above!

We even saw a Sweet Wrapunzelista who chose to match her date’s outfit instead of her own. Their overall look was amazing!

Wrap Styles

It’s tutorial time! Wrapunzel’s website, on the Tutorials page, has a playlist of Formal and Fancy Wrap Tutorials. Now is the time to twist, tie, tail, veil or braid your way to a new and exciting look for this special occasion! Try something different than your ‘usual,’ and you’ll instantly be noticed! Try a chignon, bow or Golden or Sterling Israeli Tichel in a flower style – they speak wonders. Just do something different. You’ll feel great and so accomplished with your efforts.

Ideas

Here are a bunch of photos of Wrapunzelista’s Formal and Fancy Wraps – go get inspired, and ENJOY!