Its so hard if you have thick and long hair to find claw clips that really do the job. This one does. It is very, very pretty..much nicer than the pictures. It also has a very strong spring action when you open it up so be ready for that. Holds up my thick medium-long hair, stays put, feels sturdy but comfortable. If any bling falls off which it hasn't yet, I will stick it back with my trusty superglue !! My partner says it looks beautiful against my very dark hair. Bit pricey, but to me it's worth it. ******Just to say after 6 months wearing almost every day and my hair is heavy this clip is still going strong. And I have ordered another in it ever got lost!