Bobby Pin Hairstyles: Unexpected Ways to Wear Bobby Pins

When it comes to quick and easy hairstyles, bobby pins are seriously underappreciated. (Maybe that’s why they up and leave us all the time?) While traditionally they’re used to lock a style or updo in place and secure stray hairs, modern hairstyles have brought this basic hair tool to a whole new level — and it is an absolute dream for the low-maintenance lady. Bobby pin hairstyles can be unexpected and drop dead gorgeous. Make the hairstyles your own by investing in some colorful, detailed or large bobby pins for whatever chic, edgy or boho look you’re feeling that day. Plus, while some bobby pin hairstyles require a bit of effort and creativity, most take just minutes to create. Hello, instant glam. Here, 11 gorgeous bobby pin hairstyles to try at home.

TB 9 Bobby Pin Hairstyles for Instant (and Easy) Glam

Get Creative

Besides being completely effortless and easy, bobby pin hairstyles also open doors for creative avenues. Try out a trendy geometric design like this the next time you're bored with your sleek and straight every day hair.

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Dress It Up

Instantly dress up an updo with this chic bobby pin design. Whether you're rocking a mohawk French braid like Missy Sue here or a simple ponytail, creatively placed bobby pins can take a hairstyle from drab to fab instantly.

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Secure and Sexy

Extra long bobby pins make an elegant statement in this half-up hairdo. Simply pull back your strands, and line up eight bobby pins to keep hair in place. No need to worry about your hair coming undone, the bobby pins secure the style and are sexy.

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Color Contrast

What's a simple way to doll up a bobby pin hairstyle? Contrasting colors. Simply pick up black and white bobby pins and form a unique design that is equally flashy as it is effortless to recreate.

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Criss-Cross Curls

Offset a head full of curls with artfully criss-crossed bobby pins for this 80s throwback look.

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Boho Chic

We love messy braids as much as the next person, but sometimes trying to pull off an undone plait can look a little too much like you just rolled out of bed. To add a little elegance to the mess, throw in some detailed bobby pins for an instant boho-chic style.

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Colorful Corset

OK, so this one's a bit more complicated. A double upbraid that ends in a bow is offset by criss-cross bobby pins that give it a chic, corset look.

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Simple and Sophisticated

Who knew you could create a sophisticated hairstyle with just four bobby pins? Add a touch of color to your classy low-bun hairstyle with extra long bobby pins in your favorite shade. Pro tip: It's also a great way to hide those pesky bangs you're trying to grow out.

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Bobby Pin Badass

Speaking of low-bun hairstyles, channel your inner badass by throwing in a few flashy bobby pins to your low-maintenance style. Simply arrange them to frame the bun and secure the bobby pins in the elastic holding the hairstyle. Not only does it dress up the ordinary 'do, it subtly reveals your edgy vibes.

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Stay Away Strays

Stray hairs are just downright annoying (when not intentionally added to a style). Ensure they're locked down while still looking fabulous by adding sleek, silver bobby pins to the side of a low ponytail. Just make sure the bobby pins are evenly spaced for a flawless finish.

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X Marks the Fabulous

Keep the hair from your face and embellish your style by crisscrossing your bobby pins to create a giant X. Times it by three and you've got a style that looks chic and another excuse to rock second-day hair.

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