10 prettiest hair accessories you don’t need to be a bride to wear

The royal wedding of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry is now less than a week away, and is aimed to take place on Saturday May 19 at Windsor. Considering how stoked the world is about the year’s most highly anticipated nuptial, we’ve decided to look at beautiful bridal-esque hair accessories that we don’t have to be an actual bride to wear. You can wear these for dinner dates, special occasions and even to the office when you’re feeling playful.

From crystal-embellished hair clips and slides to stunning jewelled headbands, here are the 10 most lovely and elegant accessories to help you channel your glamorous side.

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These gold-plated faux pearl hair slides are made to resemble poppies. Nestled with a faux pearl at its center and handcrafted with meticulous details, these pins will frame a braid gorgeously. Team this with a simple white shift dress for work or with earthy bronze tones for an ethereal Grecian vibe.

US$291.06, from Net-A-Porter

Loosely gather a portion of your hair and fix it in place with this swirl-shaped barrette for a classy look. Made from rhodium-plated brass, this hair clip is adorned with round and baguette-cut cubic zirconia stones for extra sparkle and has an edgy rock’n’roll vibe to it. Pair it with a distressed denim jacket or a leather jacket for maximum punk appeal.

US$122.63, from Net-A-Porter

True to Simone Rocha’s knack in creating basics that are imbued with feminine elegance, this silver-tone metal hair clip is encrusted with ivory faux pearls and sparkling crystal embellishments. Subtle and sophisticated, this absolute must-have will add a gleam to any day or night look.

$105, from Matches Fashion

These pom pom hair clips may be small, but they do pack a punch in elevating your everyday look with its simple yet charming appeal. Handmade from gold-tone brass and featuring freshwater-pearl beaded clusters — the defining detail for the brand, these clips echo a certain playful sensibility.

$97, from Matches Fashion

For all the glamazons out there who can’t resist an extra dose of bling, this crystal-drape headband is perfect for adding pizzazz to your ensemble. This silver brass number has an elasticated fastening and a scintillating curtain of delicate crystal stones. Don this eye catching statement piece on your next event with a sleek silver or light blue dress.

Oozing of Sicilian seductiveness, as with all of Dolce & Gabbana’s creations, this gold-tone and black crystal and rose headband features crystal embellishments and 3D floral appliques. It has a certain gothic romantic vibe to it, given its use of black roses, so it’s great for adding a twist to your look if you’re not into sweeter, feminine styles.

$1,642, from Farfetch

Featuring an elastic fastening and a thin metal band gilded in gold, this dainty headpiece is embellished with bitsy crystal flowers. Elegant and feminine, this number will go with a pretty floral dress for Sunday brunch and even a breezy maxi dress for your next summer vacation.

$562, from Farfetch

This jewelled alice band is perfect for minimalists with a penchant for a touch of sparkle. Adorned with crystal rhinestones, this ornate and glitzy accoutrement can be the icing on the cake of your everyday outfit without looking too OTT.

$285, from Farfetch

Exude a Greek goddess-like appeal with this romantic headband embellished with mussel-shaped trinkets in a gorgeous silvery gold hue. Featuring half-opened clam shells encasing different coloured gems and pearls, the attention to detail on this headpiece is simply stellar.

$457, from Farfetch

This gold-plated hair slide is just as exquisite as a piece of fine jewelry, and you might consider choosing this dainty statement piece over a pair of equally stunning earrings for your next event. Embellished with dainty chains and Swarovski pearls that will float and glisten against your locks, this understated piece will make all the difference in completing your outfit.

US$185.85 (S$248.27 ), from Net-A-Porter