You're expecting a girl and you want to start building her accessories collection. Or your daughter is newly arrived and you want to know where to begin. Here's exactly what to buy first.
You're expecting a girl, or she's just arrived, and you want to start building her accessories collection. Here's exactly what to buy first — in the right order, for the right reasons.
First: A Soft Headband
Before there's enough hair for any clip, a soft headband is the only accessory that works reliably. One or two soft, cloud-nylon headbands in neutral tones are the first purchase every new SA mom of a girl should make. They'll be used immediately — from the first week home — and they work regardless of how much or how little hair your baby has at birth.
Second: A Small, Quality Clip
When the hair is long enough to hold a clip — usually around five to eight months — your first clip should be a quality lined alligator clip in a neutral tone. Not a pack of cheap clips. One good clip. This is your proof of concept — if it holds, you build from here. If it doesn't, you know to look for different characteristics before buying more.
Third: Build a Small Everyday Set
Once you know a style of clip works on your baby's hair, buy three to six of the same or similar — enough for the week without running out. Two neutrals and one slightly more decorative clip for special occasions is a good starting set. This is your functional everyday collection and the foundation everything else builds on.
Fourth: The Special Occasion Clip
Once the everyday collection is in place, add one more beautiful clip or bow that's a step above the everyday ones. Reserved for birthdays, family photos, Heritage Day, and other occasions that call for something a little more special. Having this in the collection means you're always prepared when a special occasion arrives unexpectedly.
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