During the summer months hair can go awry while facing the elements of sun, sand and water. Headbands are a marvelous compromise between letting your hair down and keeping it out of your face. And yes there are many adorable headbands to choose from, but frankly five minutes later I often feel a headache coming on.I have found headwraps to happy medium and my hair has never looked better.

There are a crop of accessories designers specializing in headwraps. One of the innovators of this trend is Jennifer Behr. Based in Brooklyn, Behr and her team of artisans handcraft every headband.

Her designs are sophisticated, and most importantly they keep your hair off your face.  The wraps are available in luxe fabrics like satin and silk, and some are decorated with real Swarovski crystals. Given my attraction to all things nautical, it’s no surprise I like the rope/knot headband best! Hollywood starlets are also fans and include: Nicole Richie, Natalie Portman, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Amy Adams, Diane Lane, Katy Perry and Heidi Klum. Jennifer Behr’s headwraps are suitable for special occasions and in fact make a lovely headpiece accessory for the elegant bride. Look for Jennifer Behr’s headwrap and belt collections in over 40 boutiques nationally and internationally, including Bergdorf Goodman, Colette, Browns Focus, Lane Crawford and On Pedder.