When you were a little girl, ribbons were the height of (hair) style. Mom put satin organza in your hair to tie a ponytail and used pink grosgrain as a headband and little silk bows to trim your braids. You still love ribbons (and their carefree associations), as long as they stay out of your hair. Here, four less girlie ways to play dress-up.

Shower-Curtain Rings

Gift-Bag Handles

Umbrella Tie

Cuff Links