Hear, hear @Baggs !
I'm another band wearer, a slim black or blue velvet Alice band keeps my fine silver grey hair (cut into a lovely sharp bob) out of my eyes.
I've had a number of compliments and have no intention of doing /wearing anything other than what I want! Life's far too short to take notice of others' ?bitchy or jealous comments ?
Times article claim that Waspi women are tone deaf and should read the room

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