For me, heaven is unassuming from the outside and an opulent wonderland on the inside - or as it is more formally known, the hair accessory and jewellery shop Pico.
Founded in Copenhagen in 2004, the specialists in dainty and oversized floral hair accessories and claw clips have been offering up an expertly designed and curated selection of beautiful objets d’art for hair styling and more for an impressive two decades.
With its traditional boulangerie-style gilded lettering and the fact that items are stored in glass dessert domes, casual passers-by are wonderfully surprised upon stepping foot in Pico, for instead of coming face-to-face with an array of edible sweet treats as one might expect, onlookers are instead met with a glistening collection of wearable ones.
Pico is to Danish residents what Claire’s is to us sorry Brits. They’ve been ahead of the style game for centuries, so it’s only fitting that their casual, local shop for glistening accessories is one that we could’ve only dreamt up in illustrated storybooks.
Perhaps their most popular item for locals and tourists alike is the bustling array of sparkling claw clips, realised in an eye-watering number of pearlescent hues, shapes and sizes for all hair types. Like a selection of artisanal macaroons, they’re kept neatly lined up in glass display drawers.
We’re devastated to report that Pico doesn’t currently ship to the UK. If you’d like to recreate the effortlessly beautiful and perennially stylish Scandi claw clip aesthetic but can’t quite make it over to Denmark, we’ve got you covered. Keep scrolling for the best claw clips on the market.
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Midi Super Bloom Clip
Offered in a delightful orchid-like, grape soda gradient hue, the Emi Jay Super Bloom clip is the hair accessory of the summer. Wear it all year round to bring some much-needed dopamine to colder weather days.
Buy now £12.00, Revolve
Flower Claw Clip
For extra-large and extravagant floral opulence, look no further than this oversized claw clip from Whistles. It’ll bring an immediate air of romanticism to any outfit while keeping unruly hair strands firmly in place.
Buy now £29.00, Whistles
Prada Triangle Logo Hair Clip
If you’re in the market for a true heirloom hair accessory, there’s no better way to fulfil all your luxury styling needs than with a reflective hairclip from Prada. The enamelled triangle logo is both subtle and instantly recognisable, while the chrome finish is perfect for sensitive scalps thanks to the hypoallergenic and nickel-free construction.
Buy now £420.00, Harrods
Yin Yang Clip
Offered in an array of neutral hues, let this pearlescent Yin Yang acetate claw clip be a reminder to remain calm and balanced throughout your hectic day,
Buy now £6.92, Etsy
Anisa Sojka Twisted Metal Claw Clip
Crafted from 100 per cent metal, this dainty twisty clip from Anisa Sojka is one for the minimalists among us.
Buy now £34.00, Selfridges
Hair Bow Claw Clip
Get some Christmas shopping done early by investing in a selection of Anthropologie’s lovely satin bow claw clips. Offered in cream, red, ice blue and black, we’re predicting that these will be cropping up in festive hairdos across the board.
Buy now £20.00, Anthropologie
Fabric Flower Hair Claw Clip
We love the delicate swirls of this pretty in pink, satin abstract floral hairclip. The subtle golden clip frame is an elegant touch.
Buy now £22.00, Anthropologie
Lobster Clip
Give claw clip a whole new literal meaning with this adorable acetate lobster clip by Lovers and Friends, realised in a glorious, graded orange, pink and red hue with gold details, sparkling claws and a shimmery tail.
Buy now £27.00, Revolve
Anatomical Heart Hair Claw
Colette Bernard has been making waves on Instagram and TikTok alike for her brilliant ‘Career Clips’ – claw clips designed to hint at your career field of choice. While the anatomical heart was lovingly made with surgeons and doctors in mind, we also think it makes for an uber-cool, Anya Taylor Joy-style hair accessory. Plus, it’s made from extra-strong and eco-friendly bioacetate.
Buy now £16.90, Colette Bernard
Emi Jay Papillon Claw Clip
Borne out of the 90s, butterfly clips are back with aplomb but Emi Jay takes a more grown-up approach to the nostalgic style by elongating the design to around 6cm. It is available in yellow and peach.
Buy now £20.00, Revolve
Kitsch Eco-Friendly Jumbo Open Shape Claw Clip
Add greater dimension to your dos with this oversized clip from Kitsch. It is created from recycled materials and offers an effortless solution to hold thick types without snagging or causing breakages.
Buy now £10.00, Cult Beauty
