Updos & Buns

Claw Clip Updo

Hair twisted into a vertical rope at the back and held with a single clip, the ends fanning out above it.

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One hand twists the length toward the head until it folds against itself, then the clip bites into that twist roughly level with the occipital bone. What sits above the clip is never tucked away: the ends flick out over the top of the head and supply most of the shape's height. Thick hair wants a large clip with real teeth, and the twist should be tightened once more after clipping, because it always drops a little.

Suitsoval, round, square face shapes. Lifting the length clear of the neck stretches the visible outline of a round face, while the height above the clip means the jaw is no longer the broadest thing in profile.
Hair typemedium density, thick, straight, wavy. There has to be enough bulk for the clip's teeth to close on something, so fine hair does better with a smaller clip over a lightly backcombed crown.
UpkeepNothing beyond a regular ten to twelve week trim, and the twist itself takes under a minute once the direction becomes muscle memory.
Ask forAsk for shoulder length or longer with layers kept below the ear, since short crown layers slide straight back out of the twist.

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Questions about Claw Clip Updo

Who does the Claw Clip Updo suit?

It works best on oval, round, square face shapes. Lifting the length clear of the neck stretches the visible outline of a round face, while the height above the clip means the jaw is no longer the broadest thing in profile.

Does the Claw Clip Updo work on my hair type?

Best on medium density, thick, straight, wavy hair. There has to be enough bulk for the clip's teeth to close on something, so fine hair does better with a smaller clip over a lightly backcombed crown.

How much upkeep does a Claw Clip Updo need?

Nothing beyond a regular ten to twelve week trim, and the twist itself takes under a minute once the direction becomes muscle memory.

What do I ask my stylist for?

Ask for shoulder length or longer with layers kept below the ear, since short crown layers slide straight back out of the twist.

Can I try the Claw Clip Updo on my own photo first?

Yes. HairGlam puts the Claw Clip Updo on a photo of your own face in a few seconds, so you can judge it against your face shape and hairline before you book. It is free to download on iPhone and iPad with 12 free looks: 4 haircuts, 4 hair colors and 4 makeup looks, and some looks can also be tried free in your browser at hairglam.app/try.