When it comes to versatility, you just can’t beat the bobby pin. It’s beyond easy to use — most of us just pop them in instinctually to get our hair out of our faces, no mirror or thought required.

Bobby pins are cheap and easy to acquire in large amounts. I bought a big tub of bobby pins years ago for under $3, and it is still full to this day. But why do I need so many? What can I do with all ...

If I say "quick and easy hairstyle," what's the first thing that comes to mind? A ponytail? A top-knot? While these are both cute and classic options, we all do them, so we all know how easy they are.