What are banana clips?
A banana clip is a simple hair clip which can be used to pull back your hair and secure it at the back of your head. These stylish clips first appeared in the 1980s, and in recent years they have made a comeback, with appearances at New York Fashion Week. Read on for advice on how to choose the best banana clip for your hair, and how to create a beautiful, full ponytail with your clip.
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How do you style a banana clip?
Banana clips are mainly designed to create a loose ponytail. They are a lovely way to make your ponytail look thick, full and even longer. Smaller banana clips can also be used to create half-up styles, again making the ponytail look fuller. Thanks to the length of the clip and the spacing of the teeth, the hair is spread evenly along the clip, creating a full look which is harder to achieve with a normal hair elastic.
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How do you use banana clips?
- Brush all of your hair to the back of the head in a loose ponytail.
- Place the opened clip underneath the ponytail with the spring at the bottom.
- Close the teeth around the base of the ponytail.
- Fasten the catch at the top by twisting it together.
- Adjust the hair until you are happy with the look.
- To create a half-up style, use the same method but take only the top layers of hair and leave the bottom layers down.
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Do banana clips work in short or fine hair?
The short answer is yes. With shorter or finer hair, it is best to choose a smaller banana clip such as the Small Banana Hair Clip from our Essentials range, which is made for fine to medium weight hair. For fine hair, look for a clip with teeth that are close together, so they can grip the hair firmly and help stop it slipping during the day.
Shorter bob hairstyles are likely to work best with banana clips in half-up styles, for example with the Mini Banana Hair Clip, whereas shoulder-length hair can create a full ponytail.
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Do banana clips work on thick hair?
Banana hair clips can work in all hair types: it is just about finding the right one for you. In longer or thick hair, choose a longer banana clip that can hold more hair, such as the Large Banana Hair Clip. Clips with more space between the teeth work best for thick or curly hair, as they allow more hair to fit in the clip at once. A lovely example is the Thick Hair Banana Clip from our French Handmade collection.
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How do you keep a banana clip from slipping?
The best way to make sure your banana clip doesn't slip is to choose one that suits your hair thickness. As outlined above, the thicker your hair, the larger the clip you will need and the wider spaced the teeth should be. The finer your hair, the smaller the clip and the closer the teeth should be. You can also help your clip stay in place by using hairspray or a texture spray, such as dry shampoo, before adding the clip. This adds grip and helps your banana clip hairstyle stay in place for longer.
If you find it tricky to hold your hair together while securing the clip, try tying your hair in a loose ponytail with a hair elastic, then secure the banana clip underneath the elastic and gently remove the elastic, leaving the hair in the clip.
At a glance: which banana clip is right for you?
- Mini Banana Hair Clip: can be perfect for short or fine hair.
- Small Banana Hair Clip: for fine to medium weight hair.
- Small Round Banana Clip: French Handmade, for medium-thickness hair that is medium to long.
- Large Banana Hair Clip: for textured, thick or curly hair.
- Thick Hair Banana Clip: French Handmade, for thick hair of medium to long length.
Now that you know the basics of how to use banana clips, you are always welcome to contact us for more information and personalised recommendations. We would love to help you find the perfect banana clip. If you are looking for other hair tutorials, take a look at our series of 'How To' hair guides on the TEGEN Accessories YouTube channel.
You might also love: hair elastics and ponytailers, a lovely alternative to banana clips.
