Ladies, we all know the routine of going somewhere with your friends and finding the perfect spot beforehand to take a round of pictures. You’ve also probably had the dreaded moment of realization that there was a ponytail holder on your wrist … in every single image captured, to be exact.
Kiss this problem goodbye and say hello to the scrunchie. No more hiding ponytail holders and slipping them off your wrist before a photo op. Scrunchies are practical and have now become a fashion trend. They don’t want to be hidden.
Like mom jeans, scrunchies made their mark in the ‘90s. They went away for a while and now they’re back. Back then, Becky from “Full House” showed us how to wear mom jeans and most of the Tanner girls gave prime examples of how to rock the scrunchie. Current examples lie in modern hipsters and a large amount of girls who once depended on ponytail holders.
In the ‘90s, scrunchies were typically used for hair ties. Now, they have also taken the place of the dreaded ponytail holder on most girls’ wrists. The difference is that I have never heard someone say “Shoot, my scrunchie was in that picture!” This shows that the scrunchie is worn as a fashion statement more than anything.
When you picture a scrunchie from the ‘90s, your mental picture may consist of bright colors or velvet material. Now, scrunchies come in simple, neutral colors that aren’t obnoxious, so you can use scrunchies on a daily basis (even if the rest of your outfit doesn’t scream ‘90s).
Besides being fashionable, the scrunchie is even better for your hair than that dreaded ponytail holder. Ponytail holders tend to take a few strands of hair with them when you take them out, but since scrunchies are softer and have less elastic, that is less likely to happen. Wearing a scrunchie on your wrist makes it convenient and accessible to put your hair up in a hurry.
I personally prefer a scrunchie over a ponytail holder because it doesn’t hurt my head as much when I have my hair up in a high pony. Also, it stays in whether I’m laying in my bed, walking to class or working out. They work great for a low, messy bun if I need to get my hair out of my face, which can be hard to do with just one ponytail holder.
If you’re suspicious about this new trend that has returned from the ‘90s, don’t be. If the fashion side of the scrunchie isn’t what you’re concerned about, switching to using a scrunchie is a kind thing to do for your hair.
It’s time to give into ‘90s trends. Stop hiding your ponytail holders and confidently wear a scrunchie, whether that’s on your wrist or in your hair.
_Edited by Claire Colby | ccolby@themaneater.com_