It's true what they say about trends always circling back around. While the resurgence of Y2K fashions, curtain bangs, and colored mascara have definitely returned full force; there's one trusted accessory that's taken on a new life. Claw clips used to have one style and three colors—black, tortoise shell, and clear. But now, you can find just about every color, design, and style you wish in a claw clip.
The age-old accessory has seen a major upgrade as the 'clean look', Matilda Djerfcurtain bangs, and work-from-home updos take over TikTok. If there's one thing for sure, there's a claw clip for everyone and every hair type and TBH, it's the trendiest, must-have hair item. Read on for 4 easy claw clip hairstyles—we know you'll want to try them all!
1. Messy French Twist
Arguably the most popular claw clip hairstyle, it's always seen on celebs like Hailey Baldwin, Bella Hadid, and Kendall Jenner. You can sleek back your hair for a clean look or leave texture and wispy pieces to do their thing.
The cute 'flop' or 'spiky hair finish' (as Snyder calls it) is what makes this look so effortless and beautiful, no matter the outfit. “I love when people show off their natural hair and put a fun twist to a classic look,” says Snyder.
2. Sleek French Twist
This is more of what we know a classic French twist to be. You'll want a really big clip to use here, especially if you have thick hair. You'll be gathering all of your hair, twisting it, and laying it vertically from your neck up the back of your head. You can tuck the ends of your hair into the clip or leave them out as shown here.
3. Half-up, Half-down
Another common claw clip hairstyle. You can still aim for that spiky hair finish or secure half of your hair into a tighter bun. Play around with big and small claw clips since you'll be using less hair. You'll want to pull out a couple bang pieces here for a finishing touch.
4. Propped Low Ponytail
Think of this as an unfinished French twist. You won't be tucking as much hair, instead you'll be securing the look to show off your hair length. Ultimately, you'll be left with a beautiful cascading ponytail. This is another style where you'll want a longer clip to cover the back of your head.
