Junior high accessory trends were a recipe for hairdo disaster.

Banana clips made your head look deformed. Claw clips encouraged unseemly flyaways. And that day-glo scrunchie was known to stop traffic — and not in a good way.

How ironic then that the latest trick among the forward-thinking fashion flock involves just such items. Ladies are clipping grosgrain ribbons to their belt loops to add an unexpected twist to an already stylish outfit. Recently spotted in some of the toniest clubs in town, it’s the ideal way to wax nostalgic about old-school faves without having to relive your bad hair days.

True, wearing one can’t drown out the memories of being called “Barbie Bed Head” or “Molly Medusa” on the school bus.

But looking good is always the best revenge.

Available in that old shoebox in your bathroom.