Clips are called special earrings that are attached to the ears with magnetic fasteners or mechanical clamps. The name comes from the English "clips". They received wide popularity in the XX century. Primuschestvo such accessories is that their use is not necessary to pierce the ear and, hence, the clip may be of even children. Additionally, earring clips, suitable for carrying not only in the ear, but also to other body parts, e.g., nose or nipples.
In the old clips used to secure the tissue at the base of the neckline and hems for draping long dresses.