Bows and Hair Accessories: What Stylists Say to Buy

What the stylists are saying

In Vogue's roundup of 2026 hair trends, the stylist Charlotte Mensah says hair accessories are officially back and here to stay. Her list runs from bows and barrettes to chunky gold shells and oversized claw clips. The common thread is a single statement piece rather than a row of decoration.

Think hair jewelry: from bows and barrettes to chunky gold shells, oversized claw clips, and bold silver or diamond-inspired pieces.

Bows and barrettes for school

A bow or a barrette works best when it sits behind the ear or at the side, where it frames the face without pulling on the hair. For a school week, a simple shape in a plain colour is easier to keep track of than a themed design. Choose one piece, not three, so the look stays neat by the end of the day.

Rule of thumb for school: one accessory, a plain colour, placed at the side or behind the ear.

Snap clips in patterns

Snap clips are the easiest way to add a bit of colour without a fuss. Zootii stocks patterned snap clips in packs of two, and the designs below suit both school and weekend wear. They hold well on fine hair and are quick to put in during the morning rush.

Each pack is two clips at Rs 199, so one pattern for school and one for weekends covers most weeks.

• Rainbow snap clips, Rs 199. Bright stripes for a party or a playdate.
• Candy Swirl snap clips, Rs 199. A soft swirl that works with most outfits.
• Bubble Mint snap clips, Rs 199. A calm mint tone for everyday wear.
• Stripes Blue Pink snap clips, Rs 199. A simple stripe that suits a uniform.

When a statement piece looks overdone

Oversized claw clips and chunky shells look best on longer, thick hair and on a dressed-up day. On a child who is running about all afternoon, a large piece can slip or pull. Keep the big pieces for occasions, and use small clips for the everyday.

Shop the hair clips collection

If you want to see the full range, the hair clips collection has every pattern we stock, with pack sizes and prices on each product page. Check the photo and the number of clips in the pack before you order.