Favourite kind of hairtoy?

[Periwinkle]

What's your favourite kind of hairtoy?

Apologies to the mods if there is already a topic like this - I'm the first to admit that I'm hopeless when it comes to the search feature.

For me, it's elastics: ponytails, braids and buns all in one!

[Nightshade]

Going to have to go with sticks on this one, though Ficcares and forks are a close second.

[AJoifulNoise]

For me it was a draw between tiny claw clips and sticks. I chose sticks because they are, in my eyes, more unique. And I can do more with them.

[kunibob]

I love sticks because they always seemed to exotic and magical to me -- how on earth did people keep their entire hair up with just one little stick? Now the mystery is gone, but the "magic" is still there. :)

[Suitsuki]

I used Ficcares for more than a year (a maximas and ficcarissimos), and only recently started using forks and sticks. I really underestimated them! If I put a stick the right way it holds better than any ficcare I have, without pulling my scalp.

I voted sticks, they're cuter than forks and easier to find around in shops. :D

[Medvssa]

Definitely hairsticks, they are the most versatile.

[Samikha]

I still think that learning how to use hairsticks is a mark of sophistication. It's like I'm a member of this special club...which I am, in fact:D So hairsticks it is!

[Stacy_E]

It was tough, but I voted elastics. Versatile (pony, braid(s)) and secure. Not pretty, but practical, especially for when you're physically active. Some can do buns with these, but I have not got the hang of that, without tangling the elastic in my hair.

Pins were a close second--those Good Hair Days pins work great for securing a bun when I workout.

But I admit, when I want to be decorative, forks, slides, ficcares, and sticks are special.

[BlueMeezer]

My favorites are forks and Flexi 8's.

[SweetPea88]

Hmm...deciding between forks and sticks was pretty hard, but in the end sticks have it for me. They offer so much versatility and can make a bad hair day turn into magic! :magic: Though I still love forks as well!

[Silver & Gold]

Sticks, I love the simple elegance of a single stick and all the different designs and materials that can be used.

[bunnii]

I chose none because I like my haiar down and because it hurts to have it up at the moment. but I do like hairstick and elastics :D oh and some clips

[Reptilia]

Pins. I have bangs I'm growing out, and I like pinning them to the side. I also like doing half updo's with just pins.

I've never liked sticks, my hair is too fine and slippery. Even jaw style clips just slide right out!

[CountessDeJager]

The kinds in bright colors and lots of sparkles! :p (Because then they at least look pretty when I've bought them and never get around to using them.)

[freznow]

Going to have to go with sticks on this one, though Ficcares and forks are a close second.

Ditto :cheese:

[Shanarana]

I voted cheese :cheese: I just love them all..... :cheese:

[Islandgrrl]

Forks for me. Ficcares are a close second and sticks come in third.

[xrosiex]

I have to say sticks are great. But I also really like my flexi 8's.

[Gumball]

Ah I couldn't pick just one. If only there were choice boxes instead! I like a lot of hairtoys and it really depends on the mood. Claw clip is a fan favorite just because it's replaced an elastic at securing the end of my braid. I use sticks if I decide against braiding and securing with a claw clip. Sticks win when most buns are concerned for me! Every once in a while I just need some pins to hold something up. The more rare elastic can come into play sometimes, too.

[may1em]

I chose ficarre because my individual favorite hairtoy is the ficarre my DBF bought me for my birthday. I also like how it can hold my bun without providing antenna to get stuck on things.

I do really like my sticks, though (I have quite the collection now - only 4 plastic sticks remain but I have several wooden ones now and some metal ones I made out of double pointed needles with beads glued to one end).

[CurlyNinja]

I have to go with sticks, although forks rank in right behind those.

[yogachic]

Elastics, but sticks are quickly becoming a favorite.

[Akiko]

I like hair sticks, especially Kanzashi. They are so pretty.

[Buddaphlyy]

Claw clips. My hair is too short for me to try anything else.

[twilight_faerie]

Hmm, what category would Flexi-8's fall under?...

[mooglewoo]

I choose sticks, but I would have also gone with Flexi-8's. Elastics are close too though cause I have to have those for braids....

[Shelacious]

Flexi-8s for sure. I really like sticks, but they don't always stay (I'm inept).

[LisaButz2001]

Chose cheese since scrunchies were not up there.

[sahiba]

I am fond of all my hair toys but my scrunchi and stick are my favourites.

[ChatoyantLocks]

I chose sticks for their versatility, with forks a very, very close second.

[Sceleste]

For me it's elastics, claw clips and sticks, in this order.

[shrimp]

I voted sticks, but forks come a very close second!

[saracuda]

I voted fork. I love my forks! I guess elastics are a close second, though, followed by the small barrettes I hold up the sides with.

[ClareDee]

My favourite isn't in the poll... such is the extent of its shunning and excommunication from the world of long-hairs :(

French-style barrettes!

Perfect for my length, accessible, affordable, available in a huge range of designs, and even easy to make for myself! I just ordered a small batch of blank wooden ones that I'm going to have great fun painting. Can't wait!
Anything I can paint silly pictures on gets a :thumbsup: from me.

[lora410]

I voted ficcare because I seem to be using them alot lately, but my sticks come in at a close second.

[cindy58]

I'd be lost without at least one stick, but I also have a giant collection of barrettes. They are a fun thing to use and collect.

Still, a hair stick is usually the first thing I reach for in the morning after my eye glasses. Gets the hair up and out of the way to face the morning.

[LadyMoon11]

I voted sticks. Aesthetically, sticks are my favorite.
Forks, however, are my stand-by. I USE forks more often on a day to day basis, so efficiency-wise, my favorite would be forks.

[paper]

I voted for jaw style clip. My hair is only SL so not alot I can do with it. I also like wearing headbands and flexi-8's.

[Duchess of Erat]

I picked forks, because the ones I use most are a pair of 10cm metal forks from Claire's with a little flower at the top, as they work best in a cinnabun. For figure-8/infinity buns and wrapbuns I use a hairstick usually (sometimes 2 or a (bigger) fork).

[Finoriel]

Deciding between sticks and forks was very hard. I picked sticks because they are a tiny tiny bit more versatile, but actually I like them both. Equally.

[carolineb]

i have been wearing sticks for about five years now, and i love them, they are so comfortable... they are number one. i guess elastics come second (for my braids)

[Molster]

Sticks! Sticks! Sticks!

They are beautiful, functional, can be unique works of art, and I find them so versatile.

Forks would have to come a close second, although not quite as versatile as a good old stick!

[akka naeda]

I chose elastics because I wear one virtually every day to keep my hair plaited.
Sticks would come second,
Forks, Ficcares, Flexi-8s - they're all 3rd

Unlike a lot of you who live in towns having my hair up in a unplaited bun is not secure enough for everyday for me, so it's kept for occasions when I know I'm not going to be running after something:)

[mararie]

Just regular hair elastics without any metal parts work best for me. Preferably in my own hair color!

[Johannah]

Sticks for the win!

[DollyDagger]

My flexis are most comfy so far..second is just a plain old clip..hair fork and stick I've only just gotten my hands on and I need to work on my technique:) so theyre unclassified for now.

[restless]

It was a tough choice between sticks and forks because I love them both, but in the end sticks won because this:


I love sticks because they always seemed to exotic and magical to me -- how on earth did people keep their entire hair up with just one little stick? Now the mystery is gone, but the "magic" is still there. :)

kunibob describes it perfectly :)

[Savvyhorsez]

I had to pick hair sticks, they are the easiest, and no doubt the fastest way to put up your hair. :)

[parkmikii]

Definitely hair sticks, forks give me some troubles :/

[Groovy Granny]

#1 - forks...specifically carved antler forks from 'antleradornments' on Etsy; they have a super hold!

#2 claw clips

#3 beak/ficcare clips

#4 sticks

[Christine_O]

I had to pick cheese this time around. Still just barely ponytail length, so I'm wearing my hair down these days.:cheese:

[Caraid♫]

Forks all the way for me!!
I'm surprised that sticks are such a favourite! (I just thought sticks and forks would be closer!)
Sticks are beautiful and I love mine of course, but forks always worked better for me :D

[Belle Paix]

I love my Ficcare's!! But I know as my hair gets longer I'll love being able to use my hair forks and such again too!

[Robi-Bird]

I chose forks only because they hold my hair better than sticks but I love my sticks.

[missblueeyes]

There's no option for flexis but those are my favourites. :)

[AutobotsAttack]

As my hair gets longer I'll definitely switch to sticks and forks :rockerdud:

[Red.]

I'm with the majority on this, sticks! It's really all I wear. This is reminding me to put my forks to better use.

[Margrit]

I prefer sticks.

[Doreen]

I chose sticks because they work better for me, but I prefer the look of forks.

[Crystawni]

I have to pick a favourite? But, but, but... :no: My tresses would have a hairsplosion if it had to choose. :silly: It's moody, and has needs and wants that straddle the hairtoyosphere, from all to none. Even cheese has its place (protein and calciumnumnum for growth and strength, and stinkiness to keep the ferals away). :cheese: So, I haz a confuddlement and just. can't. choose. That could also be why I have a rather large stash of hair accessories to play with, too... Maybe... :wannabe:

[Henrietta]

There's no option for flexis but those are my favourites. :)

Same! And they don't really fit into any of the categories, I think.

[xoAshley]

I love my ficcares!

[lapushka]

LOL, this poll is so old that I still voted jaw clip because that was what I was wearing at the time. These days a 2-prong fork, especially an aluminum or titanium one, is my favorite to use.

[Alex Lou]

Spin pins all day, every day.

[daisy rei]

Sticks! I still can't believe that a tiny little five inch stick can hold all of my hair up way easier and for way longer than an elastic ever could. So much knowledge obtained from LHC. :agree:

[Yoiko]

Ficcare and Senza Limiti <3

[blesseddamozel]

I mainly use hair sticks but I'm dying to try out a ficcare :)

[MusicalSpoons]

Forks - some posters have said about the magic of sticks, that one tiny thing can hold up all the hair, and I agree with that. Just I find forks allow me to do slightly looser buns and are just super comfortable :cloud9: oh! And they show off the material (usually wood, for me) better :D

[Maple]

I voted for forks. Holds my hair up better than sticks. I also like the look of ficcares pretty much, but they often give me scalp pain because of their weight :(

[GoatLady]

I think sticks are my favorite... but I love them ALL!