# Upcycled Hosiery Headbands Turn an Old Pair of Leggings into a Chic Headpiece with This Tutorial By Tana Makmanee | Published 2013-10-17 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hosiery-headbands References: [clonesnclowns](http://www.clonesnclowns.com/2013/10/16/diy-old-tights-new-headband/) Any fashionista looking for an alternative way to make use of their [old or outdated tights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/destroyed-tights) is in luck, because these upcycled hosiery headbands allow you to easily transform a pair of leggings into a chic headpiece. Headbands are not only a practical way to keep your hair out of your face, but they can also serve as [stylish accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clementine-grove) to any ensemble, and if you're looking to add a new one to your collection, then this DIY activity is definitely a creative option. Simply requiring an [old pair of tights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/id-train-colorblock-leggings), scissors and some sewing material, this DIY tutorial will showcase how easy it can be to customize a headband to your specified taste. Featured on the blog 'Clones N Clowns,' this DIY activity is a perfect way to add a stylish yet cozy hair accessory to your winter wardrobe. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 78% | Activity: 63% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Upcycling Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore ways to upcycle old or outdated clothing items into fashionable accessories. - **DIY Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create platforms or tools that enable people to easily customize and create their own fashion accessories. - **Sustainable Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop eco-friendly and sustainable alternatives to traditional fashion accessories. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design and produce innovative, upcycled fashion accessories using discarded clothing items. - **Crafting and Sewing Supplies:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Provide specialized tools or kits for DIY fashion enthusiasts to easily upcycle and personalize their clothing. - **Sustainability and Eco-friendly Products:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Offer eco-friendly alternatives to traditional fashion accessories that promote sustainability and reduce waste. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Zero-Waste Hair Ties](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fizzy-goblet.md) - [Nylon Tights-Transformed Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tights-to-tables.md) - [Unique Elevated Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highdive.md) - [Hair-Reusing Fabric Companies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dutch-startup.md) - [Cigarette Waste Hats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shearling-style-hat.md) - [Inclusive Textured Hair Headbands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gymshark.md) - [Sustainably-Focused Experimental Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upcycled-fashion-collection.md) - [Upcycled Tent Garments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/music-festival-waste.md) - [Avant-Garde Radish Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/radish-hat.md)