As we all know by now, the Sex and the City II plot includes an outrageous, over-the-top girls' trip to Abu Dhabi (but actually filmed in Morrocco) where Carrie wears a multi-colored turban, as seen below.
Turbans were made popular in the 1940s by screen stars such as Hedy Lamarr.
They were intended to add a little glamour to outdoor wear while protecting hair from the sun, but they evolved into statement-making evening wear when crafted out of more formal fabrics as Kate Moss demonstrates in the picture below.
Modern versions of the turban can be worn with casual styles. I prefer hair to be worn down with the turban. It gives it a less formal feeling for daytime wear. To keep the retro vibe going, pair with either cut-off jean shorts or high-waisted jeans and a floral top and interesting, but not overwhelming, rings and necklaces. You can also try a sweet floral dress in a vintage cut.
The style of this turban is ideal since it doesn't sit too high on the head, but I would choose either an ivory for brunettes or a navy for blondes instead of this sky blue.
Betmar Ethel Turban - $18.95
If you are too shy about going all out and wearing an actual turban, you can still rock the trend, but with a turban-inspired headband as seen on Ashley (and Mary-Kate, I think).
This is an easier look to pull off, but it is also much more casual when the fabric is less formal, as it is below. Only wear this while doing errands, sitting by the pool, or going to an uber casual lunch. Pair with a simple sundress and gladiator flats for a flirty look. H&M was carrying a headband very similar to the one pictured below at 1/10th of the price (although Gold Saturn did design Carrie's turban, so this is a must for all Bradshaw-wannabes!).
Turband, Gold Saturn $32
So, what's the verdict? Will you be trying out the turban or the turban-inspired headband this summer?
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