Kitsch
Leopard Wide-Tooth Openwork Clip
This Kitsch wide-tooth openwork hair clip features a leopard pattern and is made from recycled plastic. It measures 3.5 inches (9 cm) in length and is designed in Los Angeles. The clip is intended for securing and styling hair; user feedback highlights Kitsch clips as durable and comfortable for thick hair.
- Color
- Leopard
- Material
- Recycled plastic
- Gender
- female
- Style
- vintage, animal-themed
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Hair Accessories > Hair Pins, Claws & Clips > Hair Claws & Clips
Specifications
Leopard print hair clip with wide-tooth openwork design.
Wide-tooth design for easy styling, openwork pattern, lightweight recycled plastic.
- Color
- Leopard · brown
- Material
- Recycled plastic
- Style
- vintage, animal-themed
- Occasion
- everyday, party, casual
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Hair Accessories > Hair Pins, Claws & Clips > Hair Claws & Clips
Additional Attributes
- wide-tooth openwork design
- recycled plastic material
- leopard print pattern
- length 3.5 inches
- designed in Los Angeles
Product Insights
Kitsch's Leopard Wide-Tooth Openwork Clip is a flat-profile, smooth-seamed hair clip that reduces hair stress and snagging compared to tight hair ties or generic clips. It holds thick hair well but may not secure very dense or extremely thick hair, where octopus clips are preferred. Priced at $19, it outlasts cheaper alternatives in tension retention and hinge durability, offering value through its comfortable, low-bump fit and variety of colors, though the pattern is tortoiseshell, not leopard.
Verified claims
- Flat profile
- The clip lies flat against the head and should not create a significant bump.
- Hair health
- Claw clip mechanism and wide-tooth design reduce hair stress compared to tight hair ties.
- Durability
- Buyers highlight this clip's durability.
- Value
- Users report the $19 clip outlasts cheaper alternatives and justifies the cost.
- Comfort
- It lies flat, fastens without pulling, and reduces hair friction during insertion.
- Thick hair hold
- The single customer review reports the clip holds hair well, but there is no specific feedback on very thick or very fine hair.
- Gentle on hair
- The spring clamp and wide teeth fasten without twisting or pulling, reducing daily friction that can weaken hair.
- Pattern and design
- The clip has a leopard/tortoiseshell pattern and an openwork cutout.
Product record
- Title
- Leopard Wide-Tooth Openwork Clip
- Brand
- Kitsch
- Price
- 19 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
- Rating
- 5 stars, 1 reviews
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 9 sourcesUses
A claw-clip alternative for long, thick hair
One r/longhair user with long, very thick hair found octopus-style clips like Kitsch's worked better for her than even the biggest claw clip she tried. Her experience was mixed, though: none of the clips she tried, including the octopus clip, held all of her hair. Shoppers with very long, thick hair may want to treat this as one person's comparison rather than a guaranteed full hold.[1]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Leopard Wide-Tooth Openwork Clip: Choose this if you want a mid-size, recycled-plastic claw clip: it comes one size, measures 3.5 inches (9 cm) long, and features a patterned brown tortoiseshell look with two opposing rows of wide, thick teeth and a large central cutout. For context, one r/longhair reviewer found octopus-style clips like Kitsch's the best option for her long, very thick hair, though none of the clips she tried were quite enough to hold all of it—worth keeping in mind if your hair is similarly long and thick.[1,2,3] | Flower Large-Toothed Openwork Clip: Choose this if you want a one-size, 3.25-inch (8.5 cm) claw-style clip with wide, gently curved large teeth tipped in rounded balls and a central metal spring hinge, topped with a satin fabric rosette over an openwork base made from recycled plastic. It comes paired with a matching satin scrunchie in the same pale champagne/ivory tone (the color shown for this variant), though the clip is also listed in Black, Brown, and Pink.[4,5] | Banana Recycled Plastic Clips Set Of 2: Choose this if you want a playful everyday hair accessory: the set includes two 5-inch (13 cm) banana-style clips in matte black and tortoiseshell, made of recycled plastic, and customer reviewers describe the design as a cute accent to daily outfits. Reviews report the small teeth keep hair secure, with some wearers noting the clip stayed put for hours, and the length works better with thick or voluminous hair. Note that reviewers report it is too long to grip fine or thin hair, leading to slippage, and it can pop open if not positioned precisely.[6,7,8,9] |
Image Analysis
1 images- 01
Product
Single tortoiseshell-patterned wide-tooth hair claw clip photographed from a three-quarter front angle showing the top surface, central open cutout, opposing tooth rows, and internal spring.
- Overall shapeCurved clamshell-style claw clip with a rounded top surface that tapers toward the front and back and a large central open cutout.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.30 · w 0.64 · h 0.50 (high) - Tooth rowsTwo opposing wide-tooth comb rows (one on each jaw) with evenly spaced thick teeth visible along the clip sides.
2 regions
x 0.20 · y 0.44 · w 0.36 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.52 · y 0.40 · w 0.28 · h 0.28 (high) - Material appearanceGlossy translucent plastic with a polished finish showing internal depth and highlight reflections.
- PatternTortoiseshell pattern of dark brown irregular spots over a warm amber base across the visible surfaces.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.46 · w 0.44 · h 0.36 (high) - Internal springA visible dark-colored coiled metal spring located inside the hinge between the two jaws.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.30 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (medium) - Brand text“kitsch”
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.20 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a light gray neutral background with soft shadow beneath the clip; three-quarter front perspective and soft directional lighting from above left.
- BackgroundUniform light gray background filling the frame.
- ShadowSoft cast shadow beneath and slightly left of the clip indicating overhead lighting; shadow fades outward.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.58 · w 0.60 · h 0.20 (medium) - Shot angleThree-quarter front perspective with the clip rotated so the top surface and inner teeth are both visible.
- Lighting and reflectionsSoft specular highlights on the glossy plastic, especially along the top curved surface and edges.
Colors
translucent amber· main body base#9C9C9Cdark brown· pattern spots#2B1C1Cmetallic gold· brand text- Overall shapeCurved clamshell-style claw clip with a rounded top surface that tapers toward the front and back and a large central open cutout.
Brand PDP Lookup
- Brand
- Kitsch
Lisa Frank x Kitsch XL Creaseless Clips in Rainbow Leopard
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
1 total1 reviews · out of 5
Holds well
This clip is flat and holds my hair well
Reddit Insights
5 threads · r/longhair, r/bitcheswithtaste, r/AusFemaleFashion, r/BeautyBoxesRedditors generally praise Kitsch claw clips for their durability, comfort, and ability to hold thick hair, though the higher price is a noted downside.
Overall positive sentiment with emphasis on sturdiness and comfort, but some users find them expensive and note that certain styles may not hold as well.
Themes
Use Cases
- Securing long and thick hair in an updo
- Comfortable all-day wear without hair damage
- Stylish everyday hair accessory
Watch Out For
Community Q&A
- Are Kitsch clips worth the higher price?
- Yes, many users find them more durable and comfortable than cheaper alternatives, justifying the cost.
- Do Kitsch clips work for thick or long hair?
- The octopus and jumbo classic styles are often recommended for thick, long hair, though extremely thick hair may still be a challenge.
Compared To
vs Teleties and Emi Jay
Kitsch is considered the best for the price point compared to these similar brands.
vs Cheap generic claw clips
Kitsch clips are more durable and provide a stronger hold, making them worth the extra cost.
Source Threads
Kitsch octopus clips are best for thick hair but may not hold extremely thick hair
The best hair clip I found for my long and thick AF hair were octopus clips like the ones from kitsch. Even the biggest claw clip didn’t work better than the octopus clip. But no matter what, none were quite enough to hold all of my hair.
u/Longjumping-Donut655r/longhairView thread →
Kitsch offers the best clips for the price compared to other brands
Teleties, Emi Jay and TBH Kitsch actually has the best clips for the price point they are sold at
u/[deleted]r/bitcheswithtasteView thread →
Kitsch clips hold thick hair securely and outlast cheaper alternatives
Seconding these Kitsch ones - I know they’re expensive, but they both hold my long and thick hair securely and have lasted. I’ve tried many of the cheaper options - including the large claw shaped ones but they all eventually broke in the exact same spot within months.
u/InspectorOwn2248r/AusFemaleFashionView thread →
Kitsch clips have smoother seams than many other brands, enhancing comfort
I like Kitsch clips. I've noticed they tend to lack the rough seams that many have.
u/sad-nyuszir/longhairView thread →
User purchased Kitsch open clip in multiple colors from a lucky bag
Thanks! I got a gold and silver open clip, and both colors of the one in the lucky bag. I didn’t know they could look like that!
u/BunsMunchHayr/BeautyBoxesView thread →