Lele Sadoughi Style Guide

KAPPA ALPHA THETA KNOTTED HEADBAND

The Kappa Alpha Theta Knotted Headband in jet black with ΚΑΘ gold-and-white embroidery and 14K gold-plated kite charms is a heritage-meets-modern power piece. Worn over the crown with the signature 1 1/2" knot sitting slightly off-center, it adds polished structure to any look. Let the gold details and jet base do the talking — pair with airy neutrals, collegiate layers, or a sleek black dress to lean into the sorority-meets-statement-luxury mood.

10 Ways to Wear It

1. Throw on an oversized cream cashmere sweater, high-waisted straight-leg jeans, and Loewe sunglasses pushed up into the band for an off-duty Ivy-League-meets-uptown look — keep jewelry to the headband and a thin gold signet ring.
2. Layer a crisp white poplin blouse under a navy blazer with vintage gold button earrings (small, so the headband remains the focal point) and tailored trousers for a polished classroom-to-lunch look.
3. Style a slinky black slip dress with barely-there gold stacked necklaces and a structured mini bag — let the jet headband add bohemian edge to evening minimalism.
4. Wear it with a chunky cream cable knit, a long camel wool coat, and a silk scarf (in navy and gold) tied at the neck in a French knot for a Manhattan sidewalk moment.
5. Pair a fitted black turtleneck with high-waisted camel trousers, a thin gold chain belt, and small huggie hoops — the headband adds the drama without competing with the neckline.
6. Style a floral midi dress in muted navy and blush with the headband pushed back over a loose bun, layered gold daisy necklaces, and neutral block-heel sandals for a spring gallery stroll.
7. Throw it on with a white T-shirt, oversized tweed blazer, vintage denim, and Schutz transparent mules for a downtown brunch with the girls — add one statement gold cuff to echo the kite charms.
8. Wear a monochromatic black look — black sweater, black trousers, black ballet flats — and let the gold embroidery and charms be the only jewelry, with just a simple pair of gold studs.
9. Style a navy silk blouse tucked into high-waisted cream pleated trousers with a thin woven gold belt and minimal Cartier-style gold earrings for an elevated work look.
10. Layer it with a butter-soft leather jacket, a white ribbed tank, vintage Levi's, and Schutz platform boots — add a silk neck scarf tied in a rosette at the throat and small pearl studs for a downtown-cool evening.

Occasions

• Big-little reveal brunch on the lawn with your chapter — pair with a flowy white midi dress and minimal gold studs.
• Sunday stroll to the campus art museum followed by a chai latte at the local café — oversized sweater, vintage denim, and clear-frame sunglasses.
• Rooftop cocktail hour at the sorority house on parents' weekend — black slip dress, stacked gold necklaces, sleek low bun.
• Game day tailgate with your sisters — cream cable knit, camel coat, scarf tied at the neck, and the headband front and center.
• First date at a candlelit wine bar downtown — black mock-neck top, gold hoops, sleek straight hair, and a swipe of red lip.

How to Style It With Your Hair

Colors That Pair Well

• Jet black
• 14K gold
• Crisp white
• Cream
• Camel
• Navy
• Soft blush
• Ivory

Matching Lele Sadoughi Pieces

• GOLD ZAHA DROP EARRINGS
• GARNET MOLTEN BUTTON EARRINGS
• GOLD SOCIALITE STATEMENT EARRINGS

Styling Tips

• Push the headband back two finger-widths from your hairline to showcase the gold kite charms and ΚΑΘ embroidery at the temples.
• Skip statement earrings if you're layering necklaces — let the headband and the gold thread be the focal point above the neckline.
• Spot clean only and store flat in the custom collaboration pouch to protect the gold-plated charms from tarnish.