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By KRISTINE BARRY + ISABELLE DAVIS

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You don't have to be whizzing around a roller derby or swaying closed-eyed at Bonnaroo to enjoy the versatility of headwraps. Not quite headbands, but definitely not scarves, these skinny strips of ribbon, suede or feathers amp up any hairdo (or hairdon't). So either tie it around your forehead, adorn your chignon or pull a Liv Tyler in Lord of the Rings with a simple strap atop free-flowing locks. Just use discretion, lest you verge into Ren Faire territory.

TAPESTRY HEADBAND

This brilliant, embroidered ribbon provides the perfect pop of color to any ensemble. With various shades of azul and a zigzag pattern, you're sure to be to be anything but blue.

[Available for $8 at Chemistry, 324 Newbury St., Boston. 617.267.5950]

FEATHER HEADWRAP

This spotted feather wrap will have you looking fly from dawn till dusk. The brown and white feathers can easily go from summer in the city to fall weekend up north.

[Available for $16 at Urban Outfitters, 11 JFK St., Harvard Sq., Cambridge. 617.864.0070. urbanoutfitters.com]

CHOKER HEADBAND

Peace, love and happiness come to all who wear this sugary sweet headband. With cotton candy colors and a gold heart accent, it'll have you falling head over heels.

[Available for $36 at LF, 353 Newbury St., Boston. 617.236.1213. lfstores.com]

LINKED HEADWRAP

This faux-leather wrap is accompanied with rich brown suede ties to ensure a custom fit. It's the perfect neutral to wear when the rest of your outfit's already screamingly loud.

[Available for $18 at Urban Outfitters]

SKINNY BRAIDED HEADBAND

This headband has everything going for it, versatile anywhere on the spectrum from bohemian to deity. The red and silver braiding really pops and makes you glow like the smiting goddess you are.

[Available for $12 at Urban Outfitters]