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Hippie Headbands - Mischa Barton's Unique Tress Topper

by Casey Lewis
for About.com

Forgoing the standard blow outs and updos, Mischa Barton has been spotted around town with a unique tress topper. The hippie headband, worn across the forehead, is unexpectedly downtown.

1. Embroidered Ribbon

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A strand of embroidered ribbon - vintage or picked up from your local craft store - makes a fantastic and refreshing makeshift headband.

2. Braided Leather

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Braided leather can be found in the form of bracelets, necklaces, or fabric trim. No matter where you find yours, it can bring a little extra bling to your overall look.

3. Fringe Trim

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Channeling the fashionable hippies of the '60s, a little leather fringe goes a long way.

4. Floral Scarf

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Grandma's antique scarf can look hip and surprisingly new-fangled knotted as a headband.

5. Studded Jewelry

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Grab your favorite necklace and fasten it around your forehead instead. Don't factor out pendant and drop-charm necklaces - they add serious sass.

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