I love the look of a chain strap, but you have to be careful cuz they can get really heavy and leave marks on your shoulder....it's something you need to see/feel IRL. This MJ bag is heavy from the get go and adding the chain really makes it a "ball n' chain"! I have some bags where the chain is not heavy, but the straps are still substantial enough so that it doesn't look "cheap". IF the chain is of first quality, you shouldn't have a problem w/your hair getting caught. Again, so important to touch/feel/wear IRL. Good luck.