Not Your Grandma's Pearls: 17 Chic Clips and Barrettes to Wear Now

We are living in a hair accessory renaissance. Following a brief accessory-free phase in '10s, after a major headband comeback thanks to Blair Waldorf, the headband, hair bow, and barrette are once again reigning supreme. If you’re bored with your hairstyle, there’s no better (or lower stakes) way to upgrade your look than by adorning your tresses with pearls. Today’s pearls, both real and faux, are a far cry from your grandmother’s simple strands.

With options that include pearl-laden snap clips, bobby pins, and even a hair slide, these accessories are quite distant from their country club cousins. Give the elegance look a go and deck out your updo or everyday look with these 17 versions of the classic hair jewels.