Bobby pins are simple tools, but choosing the right length and colour makes a hairstyle easier to build and keeps the finished look more discreet.
Choose regular or long
Regular 172B pins suit everyday pinning and smaller sections. Long 177B pins provide extra reach for wider sections and styles that need more coverage.
Choose brown or black
Match the finish to the hair when you want the pin to blend in. Brown works with brown and similarly toned hair; black works with black and very dark hair.
Secure the section
Slide the pin into the arranged hair until secure. Cross two pins in an X shape for extra stability, distribute tension instead of concentrating it in one spot, and remove pins gently.
Compare the Flair options
The Flair collection includes regular and long pins in brown and black, each in a 1/2 lb box. The package is sold by weight; no exact piece count is claimed.