20 grown-up Christmas hair accessories for 2021

Let’s talk Christmas hair accessories. Now that 'tis officially the season, what better way to get into the festive spirit than with a sparkly new hair adornment. 

From big velvet bows to crystal hair slides, the humble hair accessory is an easy, failsafe way to elevate any Christmas hairstyle—up, down, high or low. “This Christmas season, expect to see lots of hair accessories,” says Samantha Cusick, Redken artist and owner of Samantha Cusick London. “Dominating London and Paris Fashion Weeks, bows are set to be big, spanning everything from silk and velvet to chic leather hair ties.” And now that stores have dropped winter collections with glitzy clips, silky scrunchies and stylish padded headbands, we're spoilt for choice.

Whatever your festive season holds, it always feels cheering to get glammed up with Christmas makeup looks and Christmas nail designs. So why not take things up one more notch by shopping our round-up of the best Christmas hair accessories?There’s a sparkly something for everyone. 

Top 10 best Christmas hair accessories 2021

• Henriette von Gruenberg Velvet Hair Clip $66/£55—at Selfridges (US) and (UK)
• Free People Rumi Velvet Bow $16/£15—at Free People (US) and (UK)
• The Uniform Velvet Padded Headband $56/£40—at Liberty London (US) and (UK)
• Eugenia Kim Birdie Velvet Headband $51/£72—at Net-a-porter (US) and UK
• Madonna Knot Top Studded Velvet Headband £22—at Oliver Bonas (UK only)
• Jennifer Behr Perla Set Hair Slides, $218/£155—at Net-a-porter (US) and (UK)
• ZARA Pack of Bejewelled Hair Clips, $19.90/£14.99—at Zara (US) and (UK)
• Slip Crystal Scrunchie Set, $45/£45—at Lookfantastic (US) and (UK)
• The Uniform Velvet Bow Scrunchie, $35/£25—at Liberty London (US) and (UK)
• Jennifer Behr Perlita Bow Hair Clip, £208/£236—at Farfetch (US) and (UK)

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Best Christmas headbands

Headbands are having a moment and we are here for it. They take a full five seconds to put on, come in an array of sophisticated styles and flatter every hair texture, from curly hairstyles to beach hair waves or a pixie haircut. What's not to love for holiday season?

Throw it back to the '90s with this padded, sumptuously soft velvet headband, which is available in five colors, including this classic olive green. Not sure how to wear headbands? Try this one with hair pulled back or let loose to elevate your everyday look.

Inspired by the London-based label’s cult Antonia bag, this luxurious headband features smooth faux pearls on top of a silver-tone metal base that looks classy and chic. This is definitely a special occasion style, so team it with your best Christmas party dress. 

Make a statement with this luxe black velvet and gold-toned studded headband. As well as being affordable, the knotted style adds height to any ‘do, so would suit anyone who's always striving to create a bouncy blow dry. 

This plush velvet headband from designer Tanya Litkovska is set to make a big statement this festive season. Featuring a plaited design on a padded base, wear it with a hair up style or down and complete the look with a slick of black liner. 

Made from high-quality velvet backed onto a soft felt, this playful Birdie headband has been carefully folded to create a ruched effect that’s inspired by the feathers of tropical birds. Soft and feminine, this is perfect to make a statement in chic short hairstyles.

Best Christmas hair bows

Big bows, pretty bows, and DIY bows are all set to make an appearance this party season. Get ahead of the curve and treat your tresses to a plush velvet or satin ribbon that will make a statement. Top tip? Go for festive colors like dark green, ruby red, or glitzy gold. 

Available in red, green, and navy blue, this handmade velvet bow elevates any ‘do. Clip it on as part of a half up half down hairstyle or try securing it on the base of a plait. So chic. 

Pearls are perennially chic and never go out of style. Wear them on your ears (perhaps with Kate Middleton's earrings)  and match up with your hair by wearing this beautiful black velvet and pearl embellished bow clip. 

A small bow can still make a big impact. The trick? Contrast the color of the bow to your hair so it stands out. Free People's Rumi Velvet Bow is available in Blush, Black, and Emerald. 

If you're not a fan of traditional Christmas colors, turn your head to this lilac satin bow that looks far more expensive than it actually is. Style with a romantic wavy hairstyle or a sleek up-do. 

This diamante and faux-pearl embellished bow is the perfect pick for party hairstyles. Dress it up with the best red lipstick or keep it casual with cosy knitwear and straight jeans. 

Best Christmas hair clips

From crystal claw clips to statement slides, these hair accessories are a fun, fresh addition to any party style.  Clips are some of the easiest Christmas hair accessories to wear because they can be as subtle and understated as you like. Take your cue from our round-up below. 

Dial up you 'do this festive season with a sparkly brand-new hair clip. It would work perfectly for holding a layered hairstyle in place, or just to breathe new life into classic tousled hairstyles. Wear on its own or layer with multiple slide clips for all out party hair. 

Handmade in Brooklyn, this beautiful ‘Perla’ set comes complete with 7 gold-tone hair slides, adorned with various-sized faux pearls. They would make one of the best jewelry gifts for anyone who wants to give an updo a glamorous edge and we’re adding this to our wish-list, pronto. 

Invest in a pack of diamanté slides so you can stack and layer them down one side of your parting for an easy, stand-out style. We adore this metallic hair clip set from Zara featuring two larger style clips and two slides—perfect for a natural hairstyle. 

Add a playful touch to any outfit with these barrette hair clips from Valet. The gold-tone stainless steel fastening is topped with a geometric assortment of multi-colored beads. Try yours gripped to the side with hair down or up. 

Sparkle and shine with this set of two hair clips from Oliver Bonas. Featuring one gold-toned moon and one star, the slides can be worn alone or together to elevate any hair ‘do.  

Best Christmas scrunchies

Out of all the best Christmas hair accessories, a scrunchie is by far the simplest option to elevate easy hairstyles. Simply slip it on a messy bun or ponytail hairstyle and voila—you’re good to go. What’s more, many scrunchies (especially silk) have hair-health boosting abilities, including retaining moisture and reducing snagging. 

Spruce up your ponytail this season with Silk Works London’ Christmas hair accessories. As well as looking pretty, the silky scrunchies reduce hair breakage and split ends while helping hair retain its natural moisture. The best part? They have a loose grip which means no more kinks or creases.  

Cleverly crafted from mulberry silk, Slip’s sleek scrunchies reduce tangling and breakage while adding a festive adornment to your everyday hairstyle. Treat yourself or give it to someone you love (it would definitely make one of the best Christmas gifts for friends)

If you’re on the hunt for a sustainable scrunchie, turn your attention to AllSaints new collection. Named Kettu, this gold accessory covered with animal print is made from off-cut, recycled fabrics to avoid textile waste. Style with a messy bun and big chunky earrings. 

Understated yet chic, this velvet scrunchie features a knotted bow detail, embellished with pearls, to finish off the perfect party ponytail. 

More Christmas hair accessories from London-based label The Uniform. Made from 100% sumptuously soft velvet, these plush scrunchies featuring an oversized bow make a great whimsical accompaniment to any ponytail or bun. Pick between blush pink, olive green, pale blue, or black. 

woman&home thanks Samantha Cusick for her time and expertise.