How to Wear a Scrunchie

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You might have seen your fav celeb or social media influencer rocking a scrunchie in their hair. The fun colors, the silky material, and the interesting patterns all make for cool accessories to any outfit! If you’ve got a scrunchie you want to wear, try adding it to different looks and styles for a fun way to pull your hair up.

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High Ponytail

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    Use your hands to pull all of your hair up to the crown of your head, then secure your ponytail with a scrunchie. [1]
    • This style works great with a summery outfit, like a crop top and a skirt. [2]
    • Or, you can use it to spice up a winter look, like a fall sweater and a plaid skirt.
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Messy Bun

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    Pull your hair up into a ponytail, then wrap your scrunchie around it twice. Pull your ponytail through the scrunchie one more time, but stop about halfway through for a simple messy bun. [3]
    • If you have pretty thick or long hair, a scrunchie might not be tight enough to hold your bun in place. Try using a normal hair tie first, then add a scrunchie on top. [4]
    • For an even messier look, try pulling a few flyaways down near your face.
    • You can secure your bun with bobby pins if it feels too loose.
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Half-up

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    Start pulling the hair from the top of your ears upwards into a ponytail. Wrap the scrunchie tightly around your hair to keep your half-up look in place all day long. [5]
    • This style looks super cute with scrunchies that have a ribbon attached to them!
    • Try pairing this hairstyle with a flowy dress or a maxi skirt.
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Low Ponytail

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    Gather your hair at the nape of your neck and secure your scrunchie around your ponytail. [6] Pull out a few face-framing layers to make this style a bit sweeter. [7]
    • You can let your ponytail trail down your back or pull it over one shoulder.
    • Try pairing this look with a cozy sweater or a cardigan.
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Slick Bun

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    Brush your hair back into a low bun and secure it with bobby pins. Wrap a scrunchie around the bun for a fun pop of color. [8]
    • If you have curly hair, don’t worry about brushing it! Instead, add a thin layer of hairspray or gel to keep your flyaways in place.
    • This is the perfect style to wear with a more designer outfit, like an oversized pantsuit or a flashy dress.
    • Try using a large scrunchie with lots of material for a show-stopping accessory.
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Pigtails

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    Split your hair down the middle and pull a scrunchie over each pigtail. [9]
    • This is a fun way to complement a whimsical outfit like overalls or a jumpsuit.
    • You can match both of your scrunchies for a more cohesive look, or you can try mixing and matching colors or patterns!
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Classic Braid

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    Brush your hair out and split it into 3 even sections. Do a classic braid by crossing over the right side, then the left side, then the right side again, alternating all the way down. Secure your braid with a scrunchie to keep it in place. [10]
    • You can pull your hair to the side to show off your braid, or you can leave it trailing down your back to get it out of the way. [11]
    • This style works best with a smaller, thinner scrunchie so it actually stays in place at the end of your hair.
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Bubble Ponytail

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    Pull your hair into a high ponytail and secure it with a scrunchie. Add 2 to 3 more scrunchies down the length of your ponytail for a multi-colored rainbow of accessories! [12]
    • This look isn’t for the faint of heart—you’ll definitely turn some heads in this one.
    • Try using this style to dress up a plain or monochromatic outfit.
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Space Buns

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    Split your hair down the middle and pull each side up into a bun at the nape of your neck. Secure your buns with a scrunchie to keep them in place all day. [13]
    • You can try low space buns for a more chic and sophisticated look, or put the space buns high on the crown of your head for a more modern style.
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Bracelet

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    Wrap your scrunchie around your wrist as a fun pop of color to save it for later. [14]
    • For an extra bit of whimsy, try matching the color of your scrunchie to your top.
    • If you’re looking for a way to carry extra scrunchies around, try wrapping them around your water bottle.
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Bright Scrunchies

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    Neons, patterns, and bold solid colors all look great on any color and type of hair. [15]
    • This is a great way to add a pop of color to a monochromatic or plain outfit.
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Pastel or Neutral Scrunchies

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    Baby pinks, blues, and earth tones won’t pop against your hair, so they’ll fit seamlessly with any look. [16]
    • You can use scrunchies like this with almost any outfit, so they’re super versatile.
    • You could even look for a scrunchie that matches your hair color if you really want it to blend in.

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    My hair is shaved on the sides but long on top, any ideas on how I could rock a scrunchie?
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    Braid your hair in a Dutch style straight down the middle, and then tie it off with a scrunchie!
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    What color scrunchies would look good with dark hair? I have dark hair where some people think it's black but it's brown.
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    Since you have dark hair, lots of colors would work. Try different ones and see what colors you like best.
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    Just about any color looks good with blond hair, but I'd recommend pink or baby blue.
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      1. ↑ Kelsey Morey. Professional Hair and Makeup Artist. Expert Interview. 11 January 2022.
      2. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5V27hcQVpUo&feature=youtu.be&t=209
      3. ↑ Kelsey Morey. Professional Hair and Makeup Artist. Expert Interview. 11 January 2022.
      4. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fzvjH1PbI6w&feature=youtu.be&t=178
      5. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pEXwTC_dN_E&feature=youtu.be&t=78
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      7. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pEXwTC_dN_E&feature=youtu.be&t=265
      8. ↑ https://www.teenvogue.com/story/how-scrunchies-became-2019-biggest-trend
      9. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9CyQ2xPnqBo&feature=youtu.be&t=88
      1. ↑ Kelsey Morey. Professional Hair and Makeup Artist. Expert Interview. 11 January 2022.
      2. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pEXwTC_dN_E&feature=youtu.be&t=564
      3. ↑ https://www.npr.org/2019/12/16/787160693/scrunchies-are-cool-again-hairs-how-they-staged-a-comeback
      4. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RaNc80gHvBs&feature=youtu.be&t=234
      5. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fzvjH1PbI6w&feature=youtu.be&t=137
      6. ↑ https://www.collegefashion.net/beauty-and-hair/how-to-wear-scrunchies/
      7. ↑ https://www.collegefashion.net/beauty-and-hair/how-to-wear-scrunchies/

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      To wear a scrunchie, try matching it with a braid, pony tail, or high pony tail for a little flare. Alternatively, use a thick scrunchie to hold a bun on top of your head. Choose a scrunchie that matches the pattern or colors of your outfit for a coordinated look. Or, for something different, use multiple scrunchies to create a bubble ponytail. For more tips, including how to tie a ponytail with a scrunchie, read on!

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