# Homemade Retro Scrunchies These DIY Hair Ties add a Vintage Flare to Your Hairstyle of Choice By M | Published 2015-09-03 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hair-ties References: [brit.co](http://www.brit.co/how-to-make-a-scrunchy/?utm_source=feedly&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-to-make-a-scrunchy) & [brit.co](http://www.brit.co/) With the fashion community seeing a revival in [90s fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintageinspired-jewelry), these homemade scrunchy hair ties are a great way to add some [color and volume to your hairstyles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gem-z-collection). These scrunchies are incredibly easy to make and can easily be customized to match all sorts of outfits. Scrunchies are an ideal hair tie choice because they don't leave kinks or marks in the hair, making them ideal to use when you want to get those locks out of your face. These scrunchies are made simply by picking out a fabric you like, creating a closed donut shape and threading an elastic through the inside to cinch the material. You can then use the scrunchy to create all sorts of 90s looks from [top knots to elegant braids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wet-brush-goody-x-loveshackfancy). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 51% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **DIY Fashion:** The trend of creating your own fashion items allows for customization and personalization opportunities, disrupting the traditional fashion industry. - **Retro Revival:** The resurgence of 90s fashion creates opportunities for businesses to reintroduce vintage styles with a modern twist. - **Sustainable Fashion:** DIY fashion trends promote sustainability by reducing waste and promoting a more eco-friendly approach to fashion. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Craft Supplies:** The growing interest in crafting presents opportunities for businesses that sell fabric, elastic, and other materials needed for creating DIY fashion items. - **Fashion Retail:** An increase in demand for vintage styles offers opportunities for fashion brands to introduce retro collections and attract a new customer base. - **Beauty and Cosmetics:** The popularity of scrunchies creates opportunities for beauty and cosmetic companies to create complementary products such as hair accessories and styling tools. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hair Protecting Silk Scrunchies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/silk-pillow-scrunchie.md) - [Charming Hair Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clementine-grove.md) - [Soccer-Inspired Hair Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/systemarosa.md) - [Unique Elevated Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highdive.md) - [Cartoon-Based Lifestyle Bundles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hello-kitty-x-kitsch.md) - [Accessorized Styling Sticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/style-treat-sweet-to-sleek-treat.md) - [Co-Branded Regency-Era Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kitschbridgertoncollab.md) - [Glam Bracelet-Making Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/juicy-couture-bracelet-kit.md) - [Nostalgic Hair Lighteners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hair-lightener.md)