Bandanas

Stylish bandanas for men, women and children

Bandanas are usually 55 x 55 cm cotton cloths that are typically worn around the head or neck. Originally, the bandana was used as a headscarf, with its ends tied together at the back of the head. Nowadays, it is worn by countless men, women, and children not only for sun protection, but also as a fashionable style element on the head, around the neck, or on the wrist. At Militärshop, you will find bandanas in an army look as well as classic paisley-patterned bandana scarves in red or blue. Find your favorite bandana at a great price in our shop and order it online today.

How to tie and wear bandana scarves in a variety of ways

Bandanas are among the headwear options worn primarily during intense sun exposure or strong winds to protect the head. A bandana scarf itself is very airy and feels pleasantly lightweight to wear. Because they protect against UV rays, a bandana is a good alternative to caps or other hats for men or women. The advantage: since bandanas are tied, they don't blow away as easily in the wind as a hat. Naturally, children also love bandana scarves. Whether worn as a headscarf, neckerchief, or bandana headband: these colorful cotton cloths are not just practical, but also a small visual highlight. Therefore, it is no surprise that women have long since discovered bandanas as a fashion accessory and no longer wear them only for sports or hiking in the mountains. Whether casually tied around a hat brim, worn as a bracelet around the wrist, or as a knot over the forehead – the possibilities are very diverse and therefore never go out of style.

Things to know about the origin of the bandana headscarf

The bandana scarf originally comes from India and is derived from the Hindi word for "to bind." It finally began its successful journey during the pioneer era of the USA and has since been a constant thread throughout history. In the United States, bandanas were worn by men as face protection against dust and sweat before they were used by bandits during bank and stagecoach robberies. The bad reputation that the bandana subsequently acquired did not improve when it eventually became a distinguishing mark for street gangs in troubled neighborhoods in the USA. However, a lot has changed since then, and bandana scarves are more popular than ever. Whether classic in red or blue with a paisley pattern or in the colors of the American flag: the bandana is just as useful as a companion on outdoor excursions as it is in providing that certain something as a fashion highlight.

Buy colorful bandanas at great prices in the army online shop

Are you planning a camping trip into the wild or are you looking for unusual yet extremely versatile hair accessories? Then the military bandanas from our online shop are a great choice. As a useful item of your clothing, it provides ideal protection against sun and wind and reliably keeps hair out of your face. If you are looking for further military equipment in addition to an army bandana, we recommend taking a look at the other categories in our Swiss online shop.