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The 20 Hair Bows Our Editors Can't Stop Wearing

Your spring 2024 shopping list isn't complete without a hair bow—or ten—in every color

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You may have already shopped a new pair of trending sneakers, a bottle or two of floral perfume, and a couple of cute workout sets ahead of spring's warm weather, but your closet won't be complete this season without one of the best hair bows. The bow-mania trend isn't slowing down, as evidenced by the onslaught of hair bows spotted on award season red carpets and at Paris couture fashion week.

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Could you just grab a rogue piece of ribbon and tie it around your ponytail? Sure! But a bow that is already perfectly tied and secured to a clip makes the work so much easier—and it won't unravel halfway through the day. Here, the 20 cutest bow clips and barrettes that Bazaar editors are shopping for spring.

Related: The Best Spring 2024 Hair Trends From the Runway


Rosette Bow

Shasi Rosette Bow

Rosette Bow

Secured to a wavy half-up hairstyle, this classic black bow with a white rosette can instantly elevate any look.

Rosette Bow

Lelet NY Amy Rosette Bow

Amy Rosette Bow

Another rosette bow, this one is beautifully sheer and soft. On dark hair, it looks so subtle, but on lighter hair it makes more of a statement.

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Velvet Bow with Fringe

Gaios Shiny Farfalle Velvet Bow

Shiny Farfalle Velvet Bow

This bow gets a little edge from the addition of gunmetal trim and fringe.

Metal Bow

Lelet NY Sasha Bow

Sasha Bow

Lelet NY's Sasha Bow clip is for those of us who aren't fans of ribbon (or are trying to ease into this whole bow trend).

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Ballerina-Core Bow

Lele Sadoughi Blush Paloma Bow Barrette

Blush Paloma Bow Barrette

This is the perfect pink bow to top off a ballerina-core look.

Swiss Dot Bow

Lele Sadoughi Jet Swiss Dot Sheer Bow Barrette

Jet Swiss Dot Sheer Bow Barrette

The sheer swiss dot fabric on this bow from Lele Sadoughi is just so pretty.

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Classic Pink Bow

Jennifer Behr Gretta Bow Barrette

Gretta Bow Barrette

This classic ribbon bow comes in five shades that can coordinate with any spring look.

Classic Powder Blue Bow

Hill House Home Ashley Bow

Ashley Bow
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Make this stylish bow a mainstay in your look whether you decide to wear your hair half or all the way up.

Splurge Bow

Jennifer Behr Belinda Bow Barrette

Belinda Bow Barrette

This handmade bow is embellished with hundreds of crystals that lend an Art Deco quality to the statement hair accessory.

Embellished Bow

Mignonne Gavigan Matilee Velvet Hair Bow

Matilee Velvet Hair Bow

Another velvet bow, we like how this one is shorter so it's perfect for styling with a bob.

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Bridal Bow

Lelet NY Women's Kate Crystal Grosgrain Bow

Women's Kate Crystal Grosgrain Bow

With subtle crystal embellishment, this bow is perfect for a bridal shower or bridal brunch.

Neutral Bow

Seneeel Hair Bows Ribbon Bow (2-Pack)

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Hair Bows Ribbon Bow (2-Pack)

For an inexpensive neutral option, this two-piece set from Amazon is a no-brainer.

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Velvet Hair Bow Set

Aileam Velvet Bows Hair Clip (10-Pack)

Velvet Bows Hair Clip (10-Pack)
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If you're the kind of person who wants to coordinate your hair bow with every possible spring ensemble, you should shop this 10-piece velvet set from Amazon.

Pink Bow Claw Clip

Jennifer Behr Agatha Jaw Clip

Agatha Jaw Clip

If you can't quit your claw clip—don't! Just simply add one to your collection that also features a bow, and you're right on trend.

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Black Bow Claw Clip

Sizobi Sizobi Bow Claw Clip (2-Pack)

Sizobi Bow Claw Clip (2-Pack)

Another claw clip option, this two-piece set is less than $7 and will garner so many compliments.

Oversized Satin Bow

Oaoler Big Satin Layered Hair Bows (2-Pack)

Big Satin Layered Hair Bows (2-Pack)

This two-piece set from Amazon features a black and white oversized bow option in a soft satin.

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Bow Barrette

Alexandre de Paris Tenderly Bow Barrette in Liserai

Tenderly Bow Barrette in Liserai

Pros

    Cons

    • Works best on thick hair

    This acetate bow looks dainty but is actually quite sturdy, so it's a great option for thicker hair types.

    Pattern Bow

    By Anthropologie Patterned Hair Bow

    Patterned Hair Bow

    This bow comes in seven different patterns that are perfect for pairing with spring's prettiest dresses.

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    Pearl Bow

    Shasi Bow Barrette

    Bow Barrette

    This simple pearl bow barrette can work for a bride—but is also so pretty paired an everyday look like jeans and a white tee.

    Crystal Bow

    L. Erickson Melanie Crystal Embellished Velvet Bow Barrette

    Melanie Crystal Embellished Velvet Bow Barrette

    If you're looking for all the glitz in a hair bow, you'll want to pick up this crystal embellished velvet option from L. Erickson.

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