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    Published 12 December 2019 In Buying Guides

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    This time of year, I tend to get more avant-garde with my personal style, whether it's sparkles, exaggerated sleeves, an embellished shoe...the list goes on. I get that this all reads very over-the-top, but the holiday season gives us the opportunity to try something out of our comfort zone. Just call it festive fashion—and what’s more festive than a bow? Velvet, satin, brocade, tulle: There are endless options, many of which won’t blow your holiday budget. Top off your favorite party look with a big Rococo hair bow. Too Marie Antoinette? How about scattering a few bow clips throughout your hair to add an element of sweetness to your wardrobe? Let your braid-tying bow peek out from under a beanie when you go ice skating. Hair bows are this season’s holiday adornment. Happy holidays and enjoy festive dressing. I know I will.

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    1. Jennifer Behr Blythe Bow Barrette
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    The bigger, the better. This oversized black bow is so chic. Wear this with a black silky dress to a holiday party and you will be oozing with sophistication.

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    2. Lele Sadoughi Petite Fuschia Bow Barrette
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    I'm a girly-girl through and through, and I'd be lying if I said this candy pink bow didn't make my heart beat a little faster.

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    3. LELET NY Frayed Linen Hairclip
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    We all want that effortless, no fuss look while on our holiday getaways. This linen clip will be your best friend on the beach.

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    4. Sophie Buhai Silk-Satin Hair Clip
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    L.A.–based designer Sophie Buhai serves us elegance with this satin bow. The cool tone grey is a neutral that will work with many elements of your wardrobe.

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    5. J.Crew Satin Scrunchie With Bow
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    Sometimes using a clip can be hard, you need a million mirrors and no matter how hard you try it's always lopsided. This J-crew scrunchie will solve that. Just tie your hair back with this baby and—BAM—you have a look.

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    6. Fendi Logo Hair Clip
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    A little touch of logo-mania can go a long way. This Fendi bow will make any look high fashion.

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    7. Chan Luu Wine Bow Barrett
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    A great little stocking stuffer. Any fashionista would love to be gifted this on Christmas morning.

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    8. ALEXANDRE DE PARIS Tenderly Bow Barrette
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    We all get bored of our hairstyle, sometimes we take drastic measures like getting bangs or grabbing the bleach. I can offer a less permanent approach that still feels fresh: Scatter a few of these barrettes throughout your hair for an instant upgrade.

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    9. Jennifer Behr Marabella Velvet Bow
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    Top off your holiday party look with this velvet and crystal bow. Hey, they say no gift is complete without a bow, I'd like to think that applies to holiday party looks as well!

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    10. Lele Sadoughi Ivory Pearl Bow Barrette
    $39.00 AT LELESADOUGHI.COM

    An ivory pearl bow can be extremely versatile. Make your messy bun look a little less messy by adding this on top. Did you throw your braided locks under a beanie? Fasten this bow at the end of your braid for a little touch of glamour.

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    11. Jennifer Behr Dakota Large Bow
    $198.00 AT JENNIFERBEHR.COM

    You can never go wrong with a classic black bow. An eternally chic touch to any outfit.

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