Hair accessories

Turn heads with on-trend accessories for short or long hair. They're practical, while also accentuating your look. Hair clips keep annoying strands of hair out of your face, but they can also keep your hairstyle looking great, even on a bad hair day. Ornamental hair slides and hairbands look lovely for special occasions. You can also use them to adorn a bridal up-do. The possibilities are as wide-ranging as the products themselves. After all, long-standing favourites are always being joined by new trends.

Besides hair accessories, you'll find lots of other amazing pieces at Afound to top off your look. How about a colourful scarf, for instance?

The banana is back!

The banana clip is back and hotter than ever. And no wonder, as it can be both sophisticated and casual. For everyday wear, it makes an easy alternative to a ponytail. For weddings and other special occasions, go for a sparkly version. As the name indicates, this hair clip has an elongated, curved shape; You clamp your hair in the middle and it falls down in a fanned-out cascade. It's an easy style with a charming retro vibe.

Clips and grips

These hair accessories are versatile styling aids. Simple hair clips can fix your up-do in place while remaining invisible. You can use clips embellished with gemstones, feathers and other decorative elements to adorn your hair. Statement pieces with lettering are very popular right now. You can use these to pin individual strands of hair to the side, or drape a few strands into your hairdo. Pretty hairpins are also great for holding short hair in place.

We love scrunchies!

Casual, crinkle-look hairbands are right on trend. They come in jazzy colours, animal prints, velvet and loads of other versions. The element of variety makes them fun, but that's not all they have going for them. Soft fabric bands are also gentle on your hair, making them ideal for accessorising your look in the evening. Long hair loves a bit of cocooning at night. To do this, roll it up tightly into a bun and wrap a soft scrunchie around it. This will give it plenty of fullness in the morning and protect it against breakage. 

Ready for the style Olympics

Hairbands give your 'do an ultra-fast style update. This accessory isn't about holding back; it crowns your head and demands to be seen. And that's just how we like it: striking, glamorous and unmissable. Styles include velvet or satin versions, or adorned with beading or rhinestones. You can wear them atop loose hair or with a messy bun for everyday. 

It's a wrap

Silk scarves make elegant hair accessories: the fine fabric and colourful patterns invariably turn heads. You can wear them to jazz up simple outfits. Using them takes a little practice, but the effort pays off. They look playful and bohemian when worn as a headband, too. Wrapped into a turban, they're a shortcut to movie-star glamour, or you could adorn a bun with a colourful scarf. 

Having a bad hair day? Just have a browse through our selection of hats and caps!

Hair accessories: from practical to glamorous

Hair clips and hairbands are decorative styling aids that add the finishing touch to your look. They work just as well in short hair or long. They come in lots of different designs. You'll find a selection of the very hottest trends among our deals. Pieces from current and past collections are up for grabs at bargain prices. 

Check out our range for inspiration!

FAQs

What is hair padding?

Hair padding or hair doughnuts give your hairdo more volume; you roll them into your bun. Choose a pad in the same colour as your hair. Spread your hair around it as evenly as possible, so that it doesn't show through. Using these pads takes a bit of practice, but it allows you to create exciting 60s hairdos and style your hair for special occasions. 

How can I stop my hair accessories from slipping?

These tips will help your hairstyle stay in place for longer:

• Don't try pinning locks of hair that are too thick for the grips or clips.
• Spray clips, clasps and combs with hairspray before putting them in.
• Slide hairpins into your hair against the direction of growth, i.e. from bottom to top.
• For elaborate updos, insert hairpins in a criss-cross pattern so that they keep each other in place.
• Fix your ponytail or bun high on your head; it will stay in place for longest in the spot where your skull flattens out slightly.

Which accessories are good for your hair?

Hair doesn't like sharp edges. Over time, these can lead to more hair breakage. If you're only going to be wearing an ornamental hair accessory for special occasions, you won't need to worry about this. For everyday day wear, however, it makes sense to use accessories that are gentle on your hair. Scrunchies and clips without sharp-edged metal elements or moulded seams are ideal.