instant updo [SEP] i like these clips because you have the option of threading a scarf or ribbons through themi have longer hair but its very fineas you can see even fine hair stays securely upnice assortment of designsthe hinges are on the tight side they appear to be well made but time will tellthe teeth do not bend some of the ends of the teeth on some of them have a bit of roughness as if they need to be filed smooth not taking any points away for that given the low price point