Headband

Abstract

The present invention provides a headband that is constructed of a combination of elements. The headband is constructed in layers where by a top layer can be of any material including decorative materials or wicking materials. The bottom layer of comprises a material which functions to cling to the hair of the wearer by friction created at the interface of the material and the hair and of the user. Situated between the top and bottom layer is at least one facing layer providing absorption and/or starchiness or reduced pliability of the band.

1 . A headband comprising: an elongated band which comprises a first layer of material; at least one middle layer of support material; a third layer of aristate material; and a closure for securing the band about the head of a user of the headband, wherein the headband clings to the head of the user by friction between the third layer and the hair of the user. 
   
   
       2 . The headband of  claim 1 , wherein the first layer of material is an aristate material. 
   
   
       3 . The headband of  claim 1 , wherein the closure comprises a closure selected from the groups consisting of a hook and loop material, snap, tie and button. 
   
   
       4 . The headband of  claim 1 , wherein the closure comprises a hook and loop material. 
   
   
       5 . The headband of  claim 1 , wherein the length of the band is from about 15 inches to about 26 inches in length. 
   
   
       6 . The headband of  claim 5 , wherein the length of the band is from about 15 inches to about 20 inches in length. 
   
   
       7 . The headband of  claim 5 , wherein the length of the band is from about 20 inches to about 26 inches in length. 
   
   
       8 . The headband of  claim 1 , wherein the band can be about ⅞ inches to about 1 inch in width. 
   
   
       9 . The headband of  claim 1 , comprising distal ends of the headband band are about ⅞ inches in width to about 1 inch in width. 
   
   
       10 . The headband of  claim 9 , wherein the distal ends of the invention can be from about 2 ½ to about 3 ½ inches in length. 
   
   
       11 . The headband of  claim 1 , comprising an overhead section at least ⅞ inches in width. 
   
   
       12 . The headband of  claim 1 , wherein the headband is secured around the head of a user. 
   
   
       13 . The headband of  claim 1 , wherein the headband prevents discomfort in the user.