Bandanas

/bænˈdænəz/ noun

Definition

Plural of bandana; multiple colorful triangular head cloths or scarves.

Etymology

From bandana (Hindi bandhna 'to tie,' from Sanskrit), referring to a dyeing technique. The cloth became popular in Europe through trade with India in the 17th century.

Kelly Says

Indian artisans invented the tie-dye technique that created bandanas — when European traders brought them back, they became so fashionable that nobility paid enormous prices for authentic Indian-made ones!

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