These days it’s hard to spot ornamental and opulent hair clips, except maybe on your mother’s dresser. But design houses like Erden and Rosantica are giving the humble, old fashioned hairclip a high fashion update, by using Swarovski embellishments, delicate and minimal designs and freshwater pearls. Read on for our pick:

Erdem
This clip has a crown-inspired shape with blue and white crystals set in gold-tone brass. It is also studded with ivory faux pearls. Rs.19,000 approximately

Jennifer Behr
Christened Primavera, this set of three clips are handmade from gold-tone brass. The grooved detailing provides grip. It is finished with Swarovski pearls. Rs.21,920 approximately

14 / Quatorze
This is from the label’s Baby’s Breath collection. It handcrafted by Japanese artisans to replicate clusters of Kasumi glass, down to the wispy detailing. Freshwater pearls give it an added romantic vibe. Rs.18,370 approximately

Rosantica
These hairpins take inspiration from coral and are made with resin and gold tone metal. Perfect for a day at the beach. Rs,8,840 approximately

Timeless Pearly
The label combines faux pearls with beige beads painted with red flowers in this hair clip. Made in Paris, it is set on gold tone metal. Rs16,795 approximately