TUNING OUT THE WORLD
BY CATALINA LITTS PHOTOS BY ZOE CRANFILL
Since the creation of headphones, the phrase “music to my ears” has been taken to another level. With their sleek design and amusing technology, headphones are becoming fashion’s next functional accessory. Beginning in the 1970s with the creation of the “Walkman,” the first form of headphones became trendy but later lost their popularity because of newer technological advancements. However, due to their revival amongst pop culture icons, it has become common to see people wearing them as part of their outfits. They have been pictured being worn by celebrities such as Jacob Elordi to elevate his airport look and Bella Hadid as a form of street style.
From options such as Sony, Apple’s AirPod Max, Bose, and more, there are limitless ways to enhance your music quality and style. Headphones are becoming essential in everyday looks, so they are a perfect way to display your interests. With that said, here are a few ideas to turn your basic pair of headphones into an interesting and personalized accessory.
To begin, an interesting way to upgrade a plain pair of headphones could be to add stickers. Stickers can be found in several designs, so they can match any aesthetic. And because deciding on which stickers to choose from can be daunting, some ideas to start with include characters from your favorite TV shows, funny quotes, or even places to which you have traveled. Whatever stickers you decide on will definitely add character to your style.
Apart from stickers, another way to make your headphones more fashionable could be to tie bows around them. It’s no secret that the resurgence of bows in the past months has had a chokehold on music icons such as Lana Del Ray and Sabrina Carpenter. Coming in a variety of different patterns, textures, and colors, these chic accessories are an essential part of the coquette style. There is nothing a bow can’t fix, so once you find the ribbon that is right for you, be sure to tie it around your headphones.
After hearing these suggestions, we hope you feel inspired to start decorating your headphones to match your style. Because of their rise in popularity, headphones are steadily becoming fashion statements. Since music is a gateway to one’s personality, what is playing on the inside deserves to be shown on the outside as well. Any pair of headphones will make your outfit stand out and give insight to others as to what you could possibly be listening to. But despite all of that, if you take the time to personalize your headphones, then you will have a new accessory that is unapologetically yourself.
