19 May 2019 1 Min Read

How to use accessories to give simple, low-maintaince hairstyles an upgrade

From headbands to clips, hair accessories are having a moment. Here are four cool ways to wear them

in Lifestyle / The Edit/Fashion & Beauty by Nokubonga Thusi
When it comes to barrettes, it's the more the merrier.
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1. PRIM AND PROPER PEARLS

Take notes from the whimsical shows of Simone Rocha and layer hair barrettes in pearl finishes for a modern twist on vintage.

Mix clips of different styles for a quirky look.
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2. CLIP CLASH

Calling all maximalists - dive head first into this trend. Mix and match posh clips with schoolgirl accessories or silvers with golds.

Turn heads with a statement headband.
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3. HEAVY METAL

Toughen up the girly alice band à la Gossip Girl's Blair Waldorf and sport metallic chain headbands to complete boho-style hair.

There's nothing middle-of-the-road about this middle parting.
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4. MIDDLE GROUND

For those not keen to sport childhood clips but want in on the trend action, a simple embellishment of the central parting of the hair will make any sleek, flyaway-free style
look playful.

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