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9 Hair Accessories That Will Make Your 'Do The Main Character

These small accessories yield big results.
9 Hair Accessories That Will Make Your 'Do The Main Character
By Jailynn Taylor · Updated December 8, 2022
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The return of Y2K-inspired hair accessories isn’t going anywhere any time soon. It has been refreshing to see new life in some of our favorite hairstyles. Just like your favorite hoops or necklace, the proper hair adornment can take any ponytail, curly fro, or braided style to the next level. Whether bedazzled edges, large claw clips, or satin scarves, the right hair accessory is like the right pump. Ready to tie the whole look together.

What do you prefer? A bedazzled snap clip, or are you opting for oversized scrunchies? Maybe you like to stack your hair clips, or break the rules and wear a bucket hat during the winter to send a message. These renditions of our favorite hair accessories such as the exaggerated claw clips that feel larger than life, jeweled and pearled clips and headbands to give some much-needed glamour, or sherpa-lined bucket hats that were made for the cold. These accessory updates feel both nostalgic and modern and are perfect for all hair thicknesses, lengths, and types. 

We have compiled some must-have accessories to get your new year new do primp and prepped for any occasion.

  1. Bedazzled snap clips
Mocha Mane Rose Gold Snapback Hair Clip
These iridescent snap clips are the star of the show. Go bolder and stack your clips for an eye-catching moment. Available at Mocha Mane
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2. Customized hair clips

Bauble Bar Slim Custom Hair Cip
What’s more unique than a clip with your name on it? Available at Bauble Bar
32 Shop Now

3. Unique claw clips

Kitsch Open Shape Claw Clip
The fan-favorite claw clip is coming back with avenges with the open design. Perfect for your french twist-up do’s and tousled pulled back styles. Available at Kitsch
9 Shop Now

4. Bucket hats

Sabaa Goods Marie Bucket Hat
Who says bucket hats are only a summer accessory? This reversible vegan leather and shearling bucket hat is the perfect complement to any look. Available at Sabaa Goods
50 Shop Now

5. Oversized scrunchies

Janeé Michal Kelly Green Satin Scrunchie
Bigger is always better. Available at Janeé Michal
10 Shop Now

6. Docker hats

Saint Fort Cherry Blossom Hat
Your bad hair day go-to just got better with this cherry blossom-inspired docker hat. Available at Saint Fort
139 Shop Now

7. Braid and loc accessories

Mali Pah Irie Shell Hair Rings
One thing that will never change is the need to accessories your protective summer style with seashells. Available at Mali Pah
13 Shop Now

8. Pre-wrapped head wraps

You Go Natural Citron T-Shirt Bun
A no-fuss turban that will also protect your curls with its satin lining. Available at You Go Natural
35 Shop Now

9. Gem encrusted headbands

SVNMIA Monarch Headband
A no-fuss turban that will also protect your curls with its satin lining. Available at
20 Originally $26 Shop Now
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