Blumenclip // Mid-Century

I clipped this in for a wedding and forgot it was even there until bedtime, which says a lot since most clips pinch after an hour. The marbled cellulose acetate catches light like real tortoiseshell, not that plasticky shine cheaper ones have.

The acetate has a lovely weight to it—solid but not heavy—and the clip holds my hair in place all day without pulling. It's small but makes a subtle statement, exactly the mid-century vibe I was after.

I've been wearing this little clip almost daily since it arrived, and the 2-inch size is perfect for grabbing just the front section of my hair without slipping. The acetate has a lovely weight to it that feels substantial but not heavy, and knowing it's handmade in France makes it feel extra specia