From Wreaths & Hatbands To Headbands
Headbands are thought to have evolved from a combination of hair ornaments and headgear.
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| Demorest's Monthly Magazine |
Some experts believe that headbands were actually copied from the early day wreaths that were from in the early Greek period dating from 475 BC to 330 BC.
The Greeks and Romans wore wreaths as ornamental bands in the form of naturalistic or stylized leaves worn on the head for very festive occasions or by victors at ancient games of sport.
As history progressed the Etruscans and the Romans upgraded their wreaths with precious metals such as gold, silver and gold-plated metals. They also used gilded woods that gave the appearance of myrtle, oak, olive or ivy leaves.
Wreaths were eventually worn in processions, dedicated by Holy Men and buried with the dead. They were worn by both the bride in groom in some societies.
(Image to the side from Demorest's Monthly Magazine published in 1880. The photo was of a bride who had a headband of leaves and flowers with a shawl attached at the back of the floral decoration).
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