It's a hair accessory that was born out of the most organic way — a big handkerchief used to prevent your hair from falling onto your face. Its colourful variants, often worn on the head or around the neck, have been quite functional for sailors, seafarers, farmers, cowboys, bikers and miners since the 17th century. "The most common variant, the one with the paisley print, actually comes from Kashmir, which was once part of the Persian Empire," informs stylist Anjali Sharma. Even the word bandana is derived from the Hindi word "bandhana" that means "to tie". "Associated with a retro vibe, it seems to be making a comeback. This year has been about going back to nostalgic elements and giving them a twist. So, it's no surprise that Sonam was spotted wearing it," she adds. But, because there's so much you can do with it, it gets tricky as the right fit depends on your face cut. We tell you how to get the right look.

Turban look

. Wear the turban only if you have an oval face and skip it if your face is round.
. A messy look is a strict no-no, as the turban is supposed to hold your hair in place. You can leave it free to peek out from behind or tie a ponytail.
. Choose one with asymmetric patterns in darker shades. You can also opt for one with glitter. But don't pick a solid colour as it would look a tad bland with this style.
. Accessorise with long but simple earrings, and avoid wearing multiple earrings. An ear-cuff would be difficult to wear with this look.