cienpies/Instagram
What was once a styling tool is now the "it" accessory everyone has to try.
Although we can’t keep track of them, bobby pins are the real MVPs of our hair routine. They’re small enough to fit inside our purse and covert enough for any and every hairstyle.
We’ve spent years hiding them inside our manes, but they deserve some time in the spotlight, too. Now more than ever, women are embracing bobby pins as accessories instead of tools.
Subscribe to our daily newsletter for the latest in hair, beauty, style and celebrity news.
Celebs like Solange, Uzo Aduba and Rihanna have worn their own version of the look now, women are doing the same on our Instagram feeds.
No matter your hair length or texture, you’ll quickly see that there are countless ways to rock the exposed bobby pin trend without feeling (or looking) like a fool. Keep scrolling for the inspo you need to try it out!
1 of 19 courtesy of curl sistas
Compliment a chestnut TWA with golden pins on the side.
2 of 19 @iliandraa/instagram
Tic tac toe, anyone?
3 of 19 @mydivacurl/instagram
Get creative by using the pins to create geometric shapes.
4 of 19 @micaelaverrelien/instagram
Criss-cross pins are a cute compliment to any look.
5 of 19 @chelliscurls/instagram
Even a head full of curls won't distract from a set of criss-crossed pins.
6 of 19 @angelagarten @ashleybigfun/ instagram
A trio of pinwheels will certainly turn heads.
7 of 19 @kelawalker/instagram
Slick back your straight mane in a stylish way with a few pins above the ears.
8 of 19 @kelawalker/instagram
Or keep it simple by rocking them along the hairline.
9 of 19 @d0miniue_yv0nne/instagram
Add a few carefully placed pins to a style that you were planning to pin up anyway.
10 of 19 @naptural85/instagram
Remember, practice makes perfect. Plus, you never know how many styles you can come up with!
11 of 19 @jaybyyrd/instagram
Take your bun from basic to breathtaking with a line of bobby pins on the side.
12 of 19 @Naturallyorz/ instagram
Replace your braids or twists with bobby pins when you're low on time, but still want to leave a lasting impression.
13 of 19 @happycurlhappygirl/instagram
We're in love with this train track-style design.
14 of 19 @neptunesquest/instagram
The only thing better than an afro is an afro with bobby pins.
15 of 19 @krystledesantos/instagram
Sometimes, all you need is three.
16 of 19 @mimi_couture24/instagram
X marks the spot.
17 of 19 @pressedforcurls/instagram
Triangles, squares, rectangles; there isn't a shape that doesn't look good.
18 of 19 @diamondkwhite/instagram
Straight to the point.
19 of 19 @frankeerose/ instagram
The more pins, the better!
You may like
Read More
Get The Essence Newsletter and Special Offers delivered to your inbox!