The Biggest Hair Accessory Trends of 2020

6 Ultracool Hair Accessory Trends We're All About in 2020

Feb 5 2020 by Michelle Rostamian

If there were ever a time to bedazzle your hair, it's here and now. While 2020 may be the year of bangs and lived-in updos when it comes to hairstyles, dressing up your 'do with something is all the rage in the accessories category. Oversized headbands? Check. Pearls on pearls? Cute! The return of the scrunchie? Count us in.

According to expert hair stylist Elle Hegarty of Ian McCabe Studio, this year is all about comebacks. "Get ready to see some of your favourite trends relieved and reimagined because 2020 is all about headbands, scrunchies, and barrettes," she says. "There has also been a resurgence of bows and floral everything on the runways (think Amalfi coast getaway), which will make for beautiful accents to springtime outfits." Ahead, we've narrowed down six of the easiest hair accessory trends to try today.

Hair Accessory Trend: Oversized Headbands

What was once meant for toddlers has now become a hair accessory trend your Instagram feed is likely all too familiar with. This season, headbands are dominating the hair scene, in part because it's a foolproof way to up your hair game (even hairstyle-challenged folks can take part in it) and in part because it gives us Blair Waldorf vibes. We're getting endless inspiration from celebrities and influencers alike who are making the perfectly placed band look chic, put together, and downright stylish. The beauty of this trend? Its versatility. Throw a headband on top of polished curls, a messy low bun, or even a high ponytail. And if you're feeling fancy, you can double up on trends and opt for a pearl-studded or floral headband.

Hair Accessory Trend: Oversized Headbands

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Hair Accessory Trend: Oversized Headbands

Hair Accessory Trend: Scrunchies

This popular '80s hair trend is back, and it seems we're not the only ones happy about it. The hashtag #scrunchiesareback has garnered nearly 75,000 posts, and for good reason. Scrunchies are more of a fashion statement today than they were when they first made their debut (when people simply used them to get their hair out of their face at home), but this nostalgic style has proven to be both fresh and functional. Wrap one over a messy topknot messy topknot or stack a few on the wrist for a cool-girl, cool-boy vibe.

Hair Accessory Trend: Scrunchies

Hair Accessory Trend: Pearls, Pearls, And More Pearls

When pearl accessories (among other shiny hair ornaments) had a moment at New York Fashion Week, we knew we were on to something. By nature pearls add a sense of refined chicness to any look. Beyond the runway, we've also seen celebrities putting their own spin on this classic trend, from Cardi B.'s pearled updo at the Grammys to Leticia Wright's constellation of pearls on her pixie cut at the Oscars. And while these looks may appear too intricate and challenging to achieve on your own, rest assure you won't need your own stylist— a simple pearl-encrusted barrette, headband, or hair clip will have you feeling like the next trendsetter.

Hair Accessory Trend: Pearls, Pearls, And More Pearls

Hair Accessory Trend: Statement Clips

We're going to put it out there that 2020 is the year of statement clips. Think jumbo, strategically placed clips from metallic to bejeweled to ones that (literally) make a statement with words. Stack them by the pair or have fun mismatching— there's truly no rule with this one.

Hair Accessory Trend: Statement Clips

Hair Accessory Trend: Flower Power

You'll get all the bride vibes with this hair accessory trend. While floral accessories may not be the most cutting-edge trend out there, it's perfect for the natural springtime lover and is a delicate way to add some liveliness to your look. It's as simple as picking up a flower and putting it in your hair for an organic touch, or, you can make like the models and pick up a floral headband or bobby pin.

Hair Accessory Trend: Flower Power

Hair Accessory Trend: Bows

Probably the simplest of the hair accessory trends to incorporate into your routine? Bows. Whether you go big or go dainty, use them as a hair-tie for a bubble braid or rock a half-up half-down style, bows look good on virtually anyone. And because they come in a wide variety of sizes, there are endless possibilities to create a polished, classic look.

Hair Accessory Trend: Bows

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