Some Y2K beauty trends have withstood the test of time. Frosted eyeshadow is even better today than it was in Britney Spears’ Oops I Did It Again video. Body glitter is still elevating skin-baring looks from the poolside to a night out. Another early aughts obsession that is loved by everyone from Gen Z teens to Millennials? Butterfly hairclips.
The butterfly clip craze has been iconic since it gained popularity in the mid-1990s and remained a styling staple into the early 2000s. These ultra-playful, versatile accessories complement a wide array of hairstyles and add a touch of whimsy to any look. Ahead, check out 20 butterfly clip hairstyles to channel your inner Y2K cool girl.