When big hair was in, Rommy Hunt Revson invented the scrunchie (first named the “scunchie” after Revson’s dog). Her 1986 design was inspired by the elastic waistband of sweatpants. Like a lot of fashion trends, the scrunchie waxed and waned and is now back, worn by women to hold back their hair and even on the wrist as a pop of colour. It is an interesting hair accessory that elevates a ponytail, low or high, or a messy bun.
A good scrunchie will hold hair in place but be gentle on hair. It will not snag dry or fine hair causing breakage and it won’t leave a crease in thick, curly hair. It will grip hair securely, be lightweight, and have a stylish look.
Scrunchies can be made in a variety of materials such as silk, satin, cotton and velvet and in different sizes. For those with thin hair, a large scrunchie can be twisted into a figure 8 and the hair threaded through the two loops.
Hats by Tracy J 