hairgrips

Small hair clips

Hairgrips are small metal or plastic clips used to hold hair in place, typically U-shaped or flat with a spring mechanism.

The term is chiefly British; Americans usually say bobby pins or hair clips.

She secured the loose strands with a few hairgrips.

types

bobby pins

Small hair-securing clips

snap clips · alligator clips · hairpins · claw clips

function

secure

Protected from harm

  • fastenFix securely in position
  • pinPointed metal fastener
  • clipCut or attach

anchor · hold · attach · clasp · affix · lock · stabilize · section · part · sweep

styling

updo

Hair arranged atop head

victory rolls · pin curls · finger waves · braids · updos · ponytail · half-up · sectioning · backcombing · volume

features

non-slip

Prevents unwanted movement

strong · lightweight · discreet · invisible · matte · glossy · rubberized · coated · cushioned · gentle

decorative

rhinestone

Imitation gem of glass

floral · bow · satin · velvet · enamel · glitter · crystal · metallic · gold · silver

Opposites
hair-holding mechanism

hairgripselastic bands

Stretchy loops for grouping

hair elastics · scrunchies · hair ties · ponytail holders · rubber bands

Family

hairgrip

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G