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Holiday Hair Accessories for Women: Velvet Bows, Claw Clips & Pearl Barrettes
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items Before the first holiday party lands on the calendar, it helps to have your hair accessories sorted: this list covers bow barrettes, tortoiseshell and flower claw clips, padded headbands, pearl and crystal clips, and satin scrunchies for winter. Ever...
A set of bow barrettes is the easiest way to make a plain ponytail look planned for a holiday dinner. Wear a pair at the nape or clip one on each side of a half-up style. They hold best on medium to thick hair where the barrette has something to grip...
Anthropologie Hadley Bow Barrette Set
A tortoiseshell claw clip goes with every winter coat color I own, which is exactly why it earns a spot in the bag. It twists a bun up in about ten seconds after you take off a hat. Great for the in-between hair days when a blowout has gone flat.
Aerie Teleties Tortoise Large Claw Hair Clip
This one is for the days you want a tiny bit of shine without going full party. Clipped at the temple, a pearl heart lifts a half-up style and reads sweet in photos. It is small, so it works best on fine to medium hair that is smoothed back.
Anthropologie Pearl Heart Hair Clip
A patterned headband is a quick way to look finished when your hair has not cooperated before a holiday get-together. It pushes everything back from the face and works over a ponytail or loose waves. Pair it with a solid sweater so the pattern stands...
Aerie Zig Zag Headband
Satin has a soft shine that looks dressy under holiday lights without being flashy. Tuck this at the back of a low ponytail or a twist and you are done. It also makes an easy small gift for a friend who always wears her hair up.
Anthropologie Satin Bow Barrette
If you have thick or long hair, a large claw clip like this is the one that actually holds a full twist all evening. The rectangle shape sits flat against the head, which is comfortable under a beanie. Put hair up for a party and let the clip be the ...
Aerie Large Rectangle Claw Clip
A bow headband gives you the bow trend without needing a barrette to hold. It adds a little lift at the crown, which is helpful for roots on a long day. Wear it with straight or wavy hair and a pair of simple studs.
Anthropologie Vera Bow Headband
Two pieces in one is the appeal here: tie the scarf around a ponytail or as a headband and use the matching scrunchie for a second look. Satin is nice on hair in winter because it glides rather than pulls. It is an easy match with a plain sweater.
Aerie Satin Headscarf and Scrunchie
When a plain bow feels too soft for a New Year's party, a sparkly one steps in. This clip dresses up a low bun or a side sweep in seconds. It is a nice small gift to tuck into a stocking for a friend who loves a little glitter.
Anthropologie Sparkle & Shine Bow Hair Clip
A flower claw clip is the playful pick for casual holiday plans, like cookie swaps or a movie night. It holds a medium bun securely and looks cute even when it is not perfectly placed. Easy to toss in a coat pocket for later.
Aerie Flower Claw Clip
Cold-weather dog walks and winter workouts are where a terry headband like this earns its keep. It is reversible, so you get two colors in one, and it absorbs sweat so your hair stays put. A practical addition to a list of mostly pretty hair accessor...
Nike Swoosh Classic Reversible Headband
Satin scrunchies are far easier on your hair than a tight elastic, which matters when you wear a ponytail through a whole season of hats. A set of three lets you match one to a sweater and keep the rest in your purse. The shiny finish looks a bit dre...
Anthropologie MUAVES Satin Scrunchies, Set of 3
Decorative bobby pins are the small detail that makes a plain updo feel dressed for the holidays. Slide one or two in at the side of a twist or a low bun, where they catch the light without weighing anything down. They are also easy to tuck in a clut...
Anthropologie Violet & Brooks Pearl & Crystal Bobby Pins, Set of 2
Crystal clips are the easy option when you need to look put together in under two minutes. Slide one at the side of a smooth ponytail or behind the ear and the lights catch it all evening. Keep the rest of your styling simple so the sparkle stands ou...
Anthropologie Crystal-Embellished Hair Clip
An oval claw clip is a low-key everyday pick that hardly feels like a splurge. It is handy for gym days, errands and holiday baking when you just need hair off your neck. Buy two so one is always in the car.
Aerie OFFLINE Oval Claw Clip
A single bow barrette tucked in the back of a half-up style is such a simple win. It is the sort of finishing touch that makes a plain sweater and jeans feel like an outfit. Choose a color that matches your coat for the cleanest look.
Anthropologie Bow Barrette
A ruffle scrunchie dresses up a plain ponytail faster than almost anything else. The ruffled fabric reads a little more festive than a basic elastic. Slide it on your wrist when you take your hair down and it works as a bracelet too.
Aerie Ruffle Scrunchie
Hair combs are the quiet way to add pearls to an updo, because the comb tucks into a twist or French roll and stays hidden except for the pearls. Five pieces in one set lets you scatter them through a braid or bun for a polished look. This one suits ...
Anthropologie Twigs & Honey Pearl Bubbles Hair Combs and Pins, Set of 5
A giant satin scrunchie works as a statement piece on a topknot or low bun. It is good for thick or long hair and a big change from a plain elastic. Wear it with a holiday sweater and keep the rest of your outfit simple.
Anthropologie Room Shop Giant Satin Scrunchie
A pearl headband is the classic choice for a holiday dress or a fancy dinner. It dresses up even simple straight hair and keeps flyaways back. Wear it with small earrings so the pearls get the attention.
Anthropologie Pearl Headband
Once you have a few clips, pins and bows, a small velvet case keeps them from rattling loose at the bottom of your purse. It slips into a tote or overnight bag for holiday travel, and the velvet matches the season. It is also a nice gift to pair with...
Kendra Scott Danielle Medium Case in Velvet
Tortoiseshell clips like these are useful for pinning back bangs, sectioning hair or finishing a half-up style. The warm brown pattern works on every hair color. Keep a couple in your purse for flyaways between a day at work and a holiday dinner.
Anthropologie Tortoise Hair Clip Set