This ’90s Hair Accessory Is Officially Spring 2019’s Biggest Trend

Usually when we report on hair trends we’re talking about a specific hairstyle (like Jane Birkin bangs) or hair color (like Brazil’s buzziest hair color "illuminated brunette"). It’s not often that we’re talking about something as simple as a hair accessory. However, in this case, that’s exactly what we’re talking about, and it’s anything but simple.

We’re talking about barrettes. The old-school hair staple is all over Instagram, holding back the hair of bloggers, famous hairstylists, and celebrities. Trend-setters like Kendall Jenner, Ariana Grande, Ashley Graham, and Winnie Harlow (just to name-drop a few celebrities) have ‘grammed photos of themselves wearing their favorite clips. Each one—whether it’s a subtle French-girl barrette or a slim and sleek metallic fastener—is perfectly ’90s-chic.

It’s no secret that Kendall is the one Kardashian-Jenner sister most prone to experimenting with editorial hair and makeup looks (we suppose that comes with the territory of being an international supermodel). Thanks to her sleek center part, flipped-out ends, and gunmetal silver barrette, she looks like she walked straight out of a 1995 issue of Vogue.

Solange Knowles is another celebrity who was an early proponent of the trend (no surprise there; she’s always ahead of fashion and beauty trends). She’s pictured here at the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund Awards wearing not 1 but 5 separate barrettes in her hair.

Along with the "Damn" and "Feelings" varieties, you can also opt for barrettes that say ‘Vibes,’ ‘Drippin,’ ‘Boss,’ ‘Glam,’ and ‘Icon’—the latter of which is our personal favorite. They’re all in the same rhinestone-covered gothic font, so you can mix and match. Rest assured you won’t be able to find a more most eye-catching barrette anywhere else.

Pearly barrettes are particularly trendy these days. Shop this geometric one at Urban Outfitters, which is (somehow) simultaneously futuristic and vintage-looking.

These are the chunky barrettes of minimalist dreams. They come in a 3-pack, which means you can switch it up between the 3 powdery neutral colors (or mix and match them all).

If you’re looking to buy a barrette that will end all other barrettes, then this rosy jewel-encrusted pick is for you. It’ll set you back a stunning $252 (which is beyond expensive for a single barrette), but you’ll get a seriously eye-catching hair accessory out of the deal.

These ones are especially nostalgic for me, since I used to wear sparkly butterfly clips in my hair almost every single day as a kid (what can I say? I was committed to my #aesthetic). I wasn’t even aware of it before seeing these, but apparently I still have a soft spot for all things pink and butterfly-covered. How does the saying go? You can take the girl out of the ’90s, but you can’t take the ’90s style preferences out of the girl?

If you’re prone to reaching for hair accessories that are subtle, whimsical, and rather artistic in nature, look no further than these springy snap clips, which are all of those things.

A hair clip made of solid sunshine? Check. This sleek hair accessory is almost as long as our heads are wide, which means it’s one of the most arresting barrettes of the bunch.

Sure, it’s not a traditional barrette, but it still belongs in the hair clip category. We love the sleek circle shape and speckled tortoiseshell print, which looks sophisticated and elevated. This one is perfect for wearing to work, brunch, and beyond. Next, check out the one shampoo the Hailey and Justin Bieber use to moisturize and brighten their blonde hair.

Source: Byrdie – Kaitlyn McLintock