Your guide to Freen’s summer bandana style

Thai superstar Sarocha Chankimha (better known as Freen) continues to master warm-weather elegance this season. Her summer aesthetic centres on high-contrast styling, pairing crisp, minimalist separates with vibrant, intricately patterned silk bandanas. She wears them folded over her hair or loosely knotted at the neck, creating an effortless focal point. Here are five exceptional scarves to help you recreate her style

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 Botani Bloom La Ronde du Zodiaque Scarf 

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For those who appreciate intricate, artistic details, the La Ronde du Zodiaque scarf by Botani Bloom offers a whimsical, mythical aesthetic. Set against a creamy, soft silk background, it features lifelike black-ink etching illustrations of the twelve astrological animals, reminiscent of antique zoological prints. The contrast between the stark black line work and the gentle silk fabric creates a delicate, vintage-inspired hair accessory that effortlessly elevates a classic sundress or swimwear ensemble. 

Hermès Grand Tralala Double Face Scarf 90 

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Renowned for setting the gold standard in silk craftsmanship, Hermès reinvents the silk square with the Grand Tralala Double Face Scarf 90. Made from 100% silk twill with meticulously hand-rolled edges, this piece utilises an innovative double-sided printing technique that renders captivating, contrasting designs on either side. Folded as a headscarf, its dual-patterned edges offer a striking visual rhythm, making it the ultimate investment piece for a polished, high-fashion summer look. 

Lack of Color Solar Groove Scarf 

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If your summer palette leans toward sun-baked earth tones, the Solar Groove Scarf by Australian label Lack of Color delivers the ideal pop of colour. Featuring a retro-infused pattern bathed in warm orange and rich terracotta brown hues, this accessory adds a sunny, bohemian energy to any outfit. Folded diagonally into a classic triangle bandana, it pairs brilliantly with a black ribbed tank top or dark denim, providing that golden-hour contrast that instantly captures the eye. 

Louis Vuitton Promenade Parisienne Square 90 

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For a look that exudes heritage sophistication, Louis Vuitton’s Promenade Parisienne Square 90 brings artistic flair to high-contrast dressing. Crafted in pure silk, this sumptuous square features a central Louis Vuitton Paris medallion enveloped by an intricate illustration of Parisian boulevards and historic monuments. Its versatile double-sided print allows you to alternate between vibrant, contrasting colourways depending on how you fold it. Tying this square as a kerchief headband against a crisp white linen shirt creates an instant, poetic contrast that feels effortlessly chic. 

Petit Moments Everly Scarf 

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Rounding out the lineup with an easy, everyday option, the Everly Scarf by Petit Moments brings a relaxed, contemporary edge to summer accessorising. Drenched in rich brown tones with a subtle geometric pattern, this lightweight scarf offers a understated alternative to bright florals. Styling it as a breezy hair bandana alongside gold hoop earrings and a structured blazer creates that enviable "off-duty star" silhouette that Freen champions so naturally. 

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