Spilled coffee. Hit traffic. Broke phone. Mercury retrograde can be rough. But when the stars align, you might discover hair pins as stellar as those seen at Rodarte.

Twist and weave these cosmic clips around a low ponytail or chignon.

Available at us.topshop.com, $15.

Cacharel shows a simple solution for hairy problems: Pin awkward bang growth and short layers with bold vermilion clips.

Neon bobby pins bring a bright spot to fall’s dark looks.

Available at janetran.com, $12.

Appropriate for an audience with the pope circa 1672 — or a Dolce & Gabbana runway show — a flower-and-pearl headpiece lends a regal air to any princess or pauper who wears it.

A gold chain and flashy rhinestones take this version out of the Vatican and onto the streets of Rome (or wherever you live).

Available at shopbop.com, $85.

Trade in your go-to turban for a traffic-stopping topper. An Oscar de la Renta-inspired silk and bejeweled headband draws all eyes toward you.

Use satin ribbon and a vintage brooch for a DIY accessory. Or test the look on a smaller scale with an elastic tie that mimics old-money glitz.

Available at anthropologie.com, $10.

Wrap an updo with Tory Burch’s ladylike bow to keep your tresses looking present perfect.

A dark color and understated design dresses up simple hairstyles.

Available at shop.nordstrom.com, $24.