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Hair clips hold your hair in place and add instant style — the right ones go from holding your hair back while you do your skincare to finishing an outfit. Here are 10 worth buying.
My top pick: A large claw clip in a neutral colour (tortoiseshell, black, or brown) that holds thick hair in a twist without slipping is the one to own — claw clips are faster than a ponytail, gentler than an elastic, and the oversized claw clip is the accessory of the moment.
1. Large Claw Clip (Neutral)
Tortoiseshell, black, or brown. Holds thick hair. The everyday clip. Start here. Shop large claw clip hair women on Amazon →
2. Mini Claw Clips (Set)
Small clips for half-up styles and sectioning — a set of 6-12. Shop mini claw clips set women on Amazon →
3. Banana Clip
A curved clip for a lifted ponytail with volume — the 90s comeback. Shop banana clip hair women on Amazon →
4. Barrettes (Metal, Minimalist)
Sleek metal barrettes for a polished, editorial look. Shop barrettes metal minimalist hair on Amazon →
5. Pearl Hair Clips
Faux-pearl clips for a bridal, feminine, dressy accent. Shop pearl hair clips women on Amazon →
6. Bobby Pins (Gold or Black)
The essential pin for securing styles — gold for a decorative finish. Shop bobby pins gold hair women on Amazon →
7. Snap Clips (Y2K Colourful)
Colourful snap clips for a playful, retro look — mix and match. Shop snap clips colorful hair women on Amazon →
8. Hair Comb (Decorative)
A decorative comb for updos and special occasions. Shop decorative hair comb women on Amazon →
9. Silk Scrunchie (Large)
A silk scrunchie that holds without creasing — the upgrade from elastics. Shop silk scrunchie large women on Amazon →
10. Alligator Clips (Styling)
Long alligator clips for sectioning hair while styling — the stylist’s tool. Shop alligator clips styling hair on Amazon →
The bottom line
A large claw clip in tortoiseshell or black is the one to own — it holds thick hair in seconds and looks intentional. Mini claw clips handle half-up styles, and a silk scrunchie holds without creasing.