The familiar situation that deters you from getting some exercise: you’ve mustered up the energy, you’ve got your stylish workout clothes and your trusty workout shoes on and just as you’re about to begin your run, your over-grown fringe falls across your eyes, or worse still as you are about to step into your yoga studio you realise that you’ve forgotten your hair tie. Not a good place and time to flaunt your long tresses while in a downward dog position…
As such we have rounded up nine hair accessories you need to add to your gym bag to get your mane in order, stat. Bonus: They are both functional and stylish so keep one (or two) in your bag at all times to never let your hair stop you from reaching your workout goals.
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Whether you’re rocking on the tennis court or at the golf course, a handy visor can keep tresses out of your face while shielding you from harmful sun rays at the same time. This Nike visor is made with sweat-wicking, breathable fabric so that your sweat doesn’t roll down into your eyes.
Don’t want to fuss with a proper hairdo before or after a sweaty gym workout? Throw on a baseball cap like this one from Adidas and it will hide your less than perfect mane. Plus, it keeps your bangs away from your eyes for you to focus on your workout.
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If caps and visors are not your thing, then pick a headband to slick your fringe back and keep it in place while you clock the miles on the treadmill or on the road. Best of all, you can fold it up easily to carry around in your purse wherever you go.
Love them or hate them, scrunchies are undeniably comfortable on the scalp especially for those who are blessed with voluminous hair.These from Slip are made with silk which is even better, as they won’t create as much friction and damage when you take them off.
Another hair tie made with a silk exterior, we reckon that these will not only help keep your high ponytail in place as you do your HIIT, it will also look great as a flash of colour to your regular workout outfit. These Silke London hair ties are also available in black and champagne for those who prefer muted colours.
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These hair ties might look like the telephone coils from the past (remember corded phones?), but they are said to not leave a kink in your hair unlike regular elastic hair ties. They are also known to not tangle, break or snag your hair–best for day when you don’t have time to blow-dry your locks between gym and work.
Keep your bangs in check with chic bejewelled bobby pins created by celebrity hairstylist (to stars including Kim Kardashian) Justine Marjan together with American hair accessories label Kitsch.
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Heading for a game of golf with your in-laws? Then dress to impress with this clean white Maison Michel visor and a sporty polo dress. The printed silk-trim is a fun detail that allows this visor to be worn to garden parties and country club brunches too.
Featuring a flattering salmon-pink hue, this Cult Gaia headband adds a summery pop of colour so that you’ll look stylish as you do pilates without getting your hair in your face.
Text: Ho Guo Xiong Additional Text: Seah Pei Jun
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