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Hair Accessory Gifts for the Long-Haired Guy in Your Life: Unique Hair Ties and Hair Barrettes for Men

Shopping for hair accessories for your long-haired guy can be quite a challenge. There aren’t many options out there for hair barrettes, headbands, and hair tie-backs for the man bun or ponytail. And I have to say, the color selection isn’t great either. Who says hair barrettes for men have to be boring? It’s time to shake things up a bit and introduce more fun, fantasy, and magical offerings to tame those guy locks. Let's explore some hair accessory options that will make great gifts for him while being both functional and stylish.

The Appeal of Hair Barrettes for Men

Men with long hair face many of the same challenges as women. Sometimes, you just need to pull the hair back away from your face, whether you’re working out, cruising in a convertible on a sunny day, or simply trying out a fresh new look.

Wearing the right hair accessory that shows his personality, and looks stylish, can make him more confident with his personality shining through his style. Hair accessories also offer a fun way to give him more options for styling his hair to suit how he feels that day.

From dragons to ravens, here are some standout hair barrettes for men and hair tie-backs that could be perfect for his collection. 

 

1. Dragon Skull Hair Barrette

 

Polymer clay hair barrette with a Dragon sitting on top of a silver skull.

 

This Dragon Skull Hair Barrette exudes dark gothic vibes.  With its hand-sculpted polymer clay design. It's ideal for the guy who loves gothic fantasy and adds a fiercely cool piece to their hair. Great for tying back half the hair to the back of the head to see all the intricate details.


2. Dragon Ponytail Barrettes for Thick Hair

 

A Blue and gold metallic dragon ponytail hair clip

 

    For guys with thicker hair, the Dragon Ponytail Barrette is a great choice. Created using a 50mm French barrette clip this hair barrette will hold his ponytail or braid with style.  These hair clips are created with polymer clay and are hand painted with 8 different metallic color choices, bringing his love of fantasy creatures to life.

     

    3. Flying Raven Hair Barrette

     

    A Black raven polymer clay hair barrette with wings spread out with crystals along the feathers

     

    The Flying Raven Hair Barrette is a great option for those guys who love to incorporate a touch with their spirit animal into their look. The raven design adds a mystical touch to any hairstyle, making it a striking piece for both everyday wear and special occasions.

     


    4. Medieval Dragon Hair Barrette

     

    A silver colored dragon hair barrette made with polymer clay

     

    Similar to the Dragon Ponytail Barrette, this Medieval Dragon Barrette offer a different way to style his hair with a hair clip for clamping the top and sides of his hair back.  These hair barrettes for men come in 8 different metallic color choices.

     

    5. Rustic Bronze Geometric Barrette

     

    A hair barrette in bronze gold and silver with 3 circles in a row with small circles in each center and geometric details

     

    For the guy that prefers a more understated, but stylish look the Rustic Bronze Geometric Barrette is a good choice. You can’t go wrong with geometric shapes. They are easy on the eye and the muted metallics of this polymer clay barrette will compliment and blend with many hair colors and is versatile for any fashion style.

     

    6. Skull Hair Clip

     

    A silver polymer clay hair barrettes with a a skull in the center with filigree flowers and crystals either side of it.

     

    The Skull Hair Clip is a great pick for the gothic horror fan. It’s design is inspired by the wrought Iron gates you would find at a haunted mansion in a movie. Of all the hair barrettes for men listed here, this one will give him all the spooky feels and would be a great unique and edgy accessory for his goth hairstyle. 

    Unique Hair Ties for Men

    Sometimes, an elastic hair tie is just what he needs to tie back his hair quickly to tie a ponytail or braid or secure that man-bun. But that doesn't mean it has to be a plain band! Time to insert some style into those hair elastics. Here are some unique hair ties that might just suit his personality.

    1. Alien Hair Tie


       

      A gray alien face with black eyes hair tie

       

      Are they out there?  For the guy who loves everything Sci-fi or paranormal he’s going to love this Alien Hair Tie. Hand sculpted with polymer clay it’s a quirky 'out- of-this-world' fun way to tie back his ponytail. 


      2. Skull Hair Band

       

      A pearl white clay skull with crystal eyes hair tie accessory

       

      For the guy who can’t get enough skull accessories, this Skull Hair Band is the perfect addition for a gothic look to his hair, the Skull Hair Tie is a great option to add a more fun look to his low ponytail or braid.

       

      3. Celtic Hair Tie

       

      A green and black celtic knot design circular hair time

       

      If the special man in your life loves Celtic lore and the love of the green isle,  the Celtic Hair Tie will be the right men’s hair accessory for him. Featuring a Celtic knot design, it’s perfect for those who appreciate Irish medieval history and mythology of this magical Island.


      4.Triple Skull Hair Tie

       

      A skull hair tie design with one center skull and two to the sides with a red crystal in center

       

      If he’s into gothic or punk fashion, the Triple Skull Hair Tie is an absolute must-have. This tie features three skulls, a sparkling red crystal and intricate filigree details that make this a creepy gothic piece for his hair.  Whether he is styling for a gothic event or cosplay Con, this piece will add the finishing touch to his look. 

       

      5. Fantasy Dragon Hair Tie

       

      A metallic green and gold dragon hair tie

       

      Lastly, like its cousins, the dragon hair barrette and ponytail barrette, the Fantasy Dragon Hair Tie offers a selection of metallic colors to suit his style. It's easy to wear for a half-hair ponytail or a full low ponytail. Its dragon design will make it a powerful everyday fantasy hair accessory for guys.

         Conclusion

        Hair accessories aren't just for women—guys with long hair can style their hair with any of these unique themed pieces. Whether he prefers fantasy or gothic styles, or needs a more subtle hair clip, these hair barrettes for men and the unique elastic hair ties make perfect gifts. They add a touch of personality to his everyday hair routine or for when he's heading out to a renaissance faire or a goth music festival.

        From gothic skulls to mystical dragons to Celtic knots, these stylish men’s hair accessories ensure there's something for every long-haired guy out there.

        I would love to know which is your favorite on the list? Or do you have a special hair accessory idea you think he’d love? Let me know in the comments! You can view all the hair accessories listed here by visiting paulamcnulty.com

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