A headscarf is the ultimate beauty savior for as many reasons as there are ways to wear one. Not only does a scarf disguise a bad hair day and protect your scalp from UV rays, tying one on lends your look a chic, Jackie O-meets-Sophia-Loren sort of vibe. Here, we show you three cool (and super easy) ways to rock a scarf just in time for music festivals and rainy day frizz. 

Hair under wraps? Check. Neck protected? Check. What more could you need for a day at the beach? This style has got you covered — literally! 

Start with a large square scarf. Fold it in half to make a triangle, then place the folded edge at your forehead (the pointed corner should be draping over your upper back).

Bring the two ends to the back and criss-cross them at the nape of your neck. The corner end is still hanging down in the back.

After crossing them over, bring the two pointed ends of the scarf around to the front and tie a double knot. We went for an off-center placement, but you can tie the ends in the center if you prefer.

Tuck in the loose ends at the sides and adjust the hanging piece in the back so that it's centered. 

Voila! Sun-safe and chic.

We love the Bruce-Springsteen-meets-Mary-Kate-Olsen vibes we’re getting from this look, a headband version of the previous style. Wear it with hair down or pair with a topknot for a casual BBQ.

Start by folding a large square scarf a few times to make a thick band. Place the band at the center of your forehead.

Cross the ends in the back (at the nape of your neck) and bring them back to the front. 

Tie a double knot at the front.

Tuck in the remaining ends at the sides.

And there you have it! Was that easy, or what?

April showers will never put a damper on your look again, thanks to this headscarf “hat.” 

Again, start with a large square scarf. Fold it in half to make a triangle. Place the scarf on your head (folded edge at your forehead) and gather the two ends by twisting them around your fingers a few times. It should end up looking like your head is in a hammock. 

Take one end and cross it over your forehead.

Take the other end and cross it over the other side of your forehead, placing it on top of the first end. It should make an upside-down V in the center. 

 

This step is a little tricky. If you find yourself struggling, ask for an extra set of hands to help you hold the first end in place while you cross over the second. 

Bring both ends to the back of your head and cross them at the nape.

Bring them to the front and tie a knot. This will make a teeny, tiny bow at your forehead.

Tuck in any excess sections at the sides and in the back. This will leave you with a snug hat-like turban.

Ta da! This look is a major upgrade from a slouchy beanie.