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    Spring’s Must-Have Accessory Is a Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy-Inspired Headband

    Here's how to shop the trend on any budget.

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    By Brooke Knappenberger
    Published 10 March 2026 In News

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    Each week without fail, I, along with the rest of the world, have been religiously tuning in to Love Story. Ever since, I’ve had a newfound appreciation for Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy’s style. Her signature khaki pants and minimalist outfits made her a bona fide style icon of the ‘90s. Although I can only dream of her Prada camel coat and Hermès bag, I can still borrow from Bessette-Kennedy’s personal style through her favorite hair accessory: a wide headband.

    A rep from C.O. Bigelow, the apothecary behind her go-to silhouette, confirmed to Vogue that CBK was a "frequent shopper" at the iconic Greenwich Village location, which carries her favorite wide tortoiseshell headbands from Charles Wahba. All these years later, the headbands are still shoppable there; however, they are currently sold out after New York's It Girls lined up for the accessory after the show's debut. That’s not going to stop me from trying out the chic look for myself, though.

    I scoured the internet to find similar headbands CBK would approve of, and my search did not disappoint. I found wide headbands at every budget, so everyone can replicate her signature hairstyle. With one of the headbands below, all of your spring outfits will be instantly elevated, guaranteed.

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    Camila Paris Cp3460 French Headband for Women, Handmade Tokyo, Strong Hold Grip Women's Hair Band, Ligth and Very Flexible, No Slip and Durable Styling Girls Hair Accessories, Made in France

    Camila
    Paris French Headband
    $33
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    A chic style with quick shipping is hard to beat.

    Kitsch, Tort Wide Headband

    Kitsch
    Tort Wide Headband (Was $10)
    $7
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    Yes, you can really test this beauty trend out for under $10.

    Comfort Headband

    L. Erickson
    Comfort Headband
    $76
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    This headband is designed to be as comfortable as sunglasses, so you don’t have to worry about any pinching or headaches.

    Simply Nova, Headbands, Set of 2

    Simply Nova
    Headbands, Set of 2
    $28
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    The only thing better than one CBK-inspired headband is two.

    lelesadoughi, TORTOISE EMMA ACETATE HEADBAND

    Lele Sadoughi
    Tortoise Emma Acetate Headband
    $55
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    In case you didn't know, Lele Sadoughi makes the chicest hair accessories.

    Wide Headband in Modern Walnut

    MACHETE
    Wide Headband in Modern Walnut
    $60
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    Machete has a ton of different colors and prints to choose from.

    Smooth Acrylic Wide Headband

    Urban Outfitters
    Smooth Acrylic Wide Headband
    $15
    SHOP NOW

    A simple black headband will go with any outfit.

    Plexiglas Headband

    Prada
    Plexiglas Headband
    $650
    SHOP NOW

    Elevate your look to the next level with this designer option.

    Wide Headband

    MACHETE
    Wide Headband
    $60
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    This lighter colorway would look particularly fabulous on blonde hair.

    Alex Mill , Wide Headband

    Alex Mill
    Wide Headband
    $45
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    I’m a big fan of the extra-wide width on this pick.

    France Luxe, Wide Quilted Headband

    France Luxe
    Wide Quilted Headband (Was $72)
    $43
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    Add a bit of texture with this quilted pick.

    Machete Wide Headband

    Urban Outfitters
    Machete Wide Headband
    $60
    SHOP NOW

    I bet this headband would beautifully contrast with my cherry cola-colored hair.

    Wide Starlet Headband

    Emi Jay
    Wide Starlet Headband
    $34
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    Emi Jay’s hair accessories are just as good as its hair care.

    Evita Peroni Wide Headbands for Women With Teeth Acetate Resin Hair Bands for Women's Hair No Headache Headband No Slip Hairbands-Black

    EVITA PERONI
    Wide Headband
    $38
    SHOP NOW

    Amazon reviewers rave about the quality and comfort of this headband.

    Tortoise Headband

    J.Crew
    Tortoise Headband
    $30
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    It’s no surprise to me that J.Crew tapped into this chic accessory trend.

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