Doing our daughter’s hair too often meant sifting through our junk drawer for those drugstore elastics and bow-shaped barrettes. But now that we’ve combed the collections of creative mompreneurs, we’ve found hair accessories that command their own box.
Angel Lily Baby and Toddler Bows
Insensitive strangers will thank you for these delightful cues that your (clearly) feminine baby is not of the male persuasion.
Angel Lily; available at www.angellily.ca; $7 and up
Hazel’s Zippy Clippies
Get a real hold with these handmade accessories secured with silicone grips and the finest quality ribbon. Bonus: no more family portraits ruined by her hair falling out of clips at the last minute.
Hazel’s Zippy Clippies; available at www.etsy.com; US$3 and up
Bugalug
With an endless selection of distinctive barrettes, headbands and pony loops, she can rock a new ’do every day of the week. Or, join the clip of the month to make sure she’s always on the cutting edge (and you’re never bored at brushing time).
Bugalug; available at www.bugalugbaby.com; $3 and up
Sugar and Spice Bows and Accessories
Even the finest baby hair is no match for “grippy clippy” power. With designs for birthdays, baptisms and even flower girls, there’s something for every occasion. (Even Saturday mornings in front of the TV.)
Sugar and Spice; available at www.sugarandspicebows.com; $6 and up
One Lil’ Cupcake Handcrafted Hairclips
Animal, heart and flower designs, including perfectly decorated cupcakes (but minus the guilt) - it doesn’t get any girlier than this.
One Lil’ Cupcake; available at www.onelilcupcake.com; US$6 and up