Simons
Patterned Large-Tooth Openwork Clip
CA$15.00CAD
In Stock
This patterned large-tooth openwork clip is a hair accessory made from cellulose acetate, a flexible and durable material. It features a glossy tortoiseshell finish with an open central oval and three prominent teeth for securing hair. The clip measures 4 inches (10.5 cm) in length.
- Material
- cellulose acetate
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Hair Accessories > Hair Pins, Claws & Clips > Hair Claws & Clips
Color
Hazelnut
Size
ONE SIZE
Specifications
A durable and flexible cellulose acetate hair clip with an openwork patterned design, measuring 4 inches.
Flexible and durable cellulose acetate, openwork pattern, large-tooth design for secure hold.
- Material
- cellulose acetate
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Hair Accessories > Hair Pins, Claws & Clips > Hair Claws & Clips
Additional Attributes
- made with cellulose acetate
- flexible and durable material
- comfortable to wear
- openwork design
- large-tooth style
- patterned surface
- 4 inch length
Product Insights
This acetate hair clip from Simons, priced at $15 CAD, delivers the same cellulose acetate construction as premium brands like Emi Jay and MACHETE, offering a durable, snag-free, and anti-static hold for medium to thick hair, though its size and weight may be too large and heavy for fine hair.
Verified claims
- Grip
- Acetate clip's higher density anchors it in medium-to-thick hair; fine hair may find it too large and heavy.
- Durability
- Acetate clip flexes open wide without cracking, returns to shape daily for years.
- Hair compatibility
- Best for medium to thick hair with a smooth, snag-free design.
- Value
- Same cellulose acetate as Emi Jay and MACHETE, $15 CAD vs $28–$68.
- Hair type
- Large-tooth design and dense acetate provide secure hold for medium to thick hair.
- Anti-static
- Cellulose acetate clip prevents static and flyaways.
- Snag prevention
- Wide teeth and smooth acetate prevent snagging; anti-static reduces flyaways.
Product record
- Title
- Patterned Large-Tooth Openwork Clip
- Brand
- Simons
- Price
- 15 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
Comfort and durability of cellulose acetate
- With a density of 1.27–1.34 g/cm³ (versus ~1.03–1.07 g/cm³ for standard ABS plastic), this 4-inch cellulose acetate clip has a reassuring heft that helps it stay anchored in medium-to-thick hair; the clip's own mass contributes to grip stability, reducing the tendency to slide out during the day even before relying on spring tension.
- Unlike plastic clips that accumulate static charge and cause flyaways in dry weather, cellulose acetate is naturally anti-static, so hair stays smooth and frizz-free immediately after removal—a subtle but consistent daily comfort advantage.
- Acetate has a thermal conductivity of 0.15–0.25 W/mK, about half that of ABS plastic (0.33 W/mK), so it feels warm against the skin instead of cold—an immediate sensory signal of quality every time you reach for it in the morning or slide it into your hair.
- Instead of snapping at the hinge like ABS plastic, cellulose acetate flexes elastically under stress—it bends to accommodate thick hair or repeated opening, absorbs the tension, and returns to its original shape, making it far more durable over hundreds of daily uses.
- Acetate's colour layers are fused into the material itself—not painted on—so the tortoiseshell pattern has a translucency and depth that plastic can't replicate; light moves through internal layers, giving each clip a one-of-a-kind, luxury eyewear aesthetic that won't fade or peel at the edges.
- Made from wood pulp or cotton fibres, cellulose acetate is plant-based and biodegradable under industrial composting—a significant lifecycle advantage over petroleum-based ABS clips that accumulate in landfill for centuries, meaning this $15 accessory carries a lighter environmental footprint.
Price positioning among acetate hair clips
- Cellulose acetate is heavier and more rigid than the ABS plastic used in drugstore clips, and unlike those it won’t develop rough edges or become brittle over time — a $15 CAD investment in an acetate clip buys years of smooth, gentle hold where a $5 plastic alternative might need replacing in months.
- Market data places acetate hair clips in a typical retail range of $9–$14 USD ($12–$19 CAD), so this Simons clip at $15 CAD occupies the mid-to-upper tier of that band, offering the material’s premium feel without straying into boutique pricing.
- At $15 CAD, this Simons clip uses cellulose acetate — the same plant-derived, smooth-finish material found in high-end claw clips from brands like Emi Jay and MACHETE, which typically retail between $28 and $68 — giving you the material’s dense, glassy appearance and gentle-on-hair glide without the premium markup.
Image Analysis
1 images- 01
Product
A single glossy oval hair clip in a tortoiseshell pattern with an open central oval and large interlocking teeth; curved lobes and a visible hinge/clasp area are shown from a slightly elevated angle.
- Overall shapeHorizontally oriented oval main body with two raised rounded lobes at the short ends and a recessed central oval open window.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.25 · w 0.76 · h 0.50 (high) - Openwork central windowLarge central oval cutout through the clip creating an openwork area; the cutout reveals three large teeth on the underside that face inward toward the center.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.38 · w 0.34 · h 0.22 (high) - Teeth detailThree prominent tapered teeth visible along the inner upper edge of the central opening, each triangular in profile and evenly spaced.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.40 · w 0.22 · h 0.14 (high) - Material and finishHard glossy molded plastic with a high-gloss reflective surface showing specular highlights.
- Hinge/clasp undersideLower right area shows the overlapping underside pieces where the clip closes, partially visible and slightly offset beneath the top plate.
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.48 · w 0.32 · h 0.22 (medium) - PatterningMottled tortoiseshell pattern composed of translucent amber-brown areas and darker nearly black irregular splotches distributed over the surface.
Other
Studio-style product shot on a uniform light gray background with a soft shadow; lighting from above-left produces glossy highlights and subtle cast shadow to the lower right.
- Background and surfaceEven light gray background with no visible texture or props.
- ShadowSoft diffuse cast shadow appearing below and to the right of the clip, separating the product from the background.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.60 · w 0.40 · h 0.22 (medium) - Lighting highlightsBright specular highlights on the top-right lobe and central area indicating glossy finish and directional lighting.
2 regions
x 0.60 · y 0.20 · w 0.26 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.30 · y 0.45 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (medium) - Shot angleSlightly elevated angle showing the top surface and a partial view of the underside and inner teeth.
Colors
amber brown· main body (amber areas)#8C5202deep black-brown· dark patches#1C1413- Overall shapeHorizontally oriented oval main body with two raised rounded lobes at the short ends and a recessed central oval open window.
Documents & Data
Q&A
3 answered- Will this clip securely hold thick or heavy hair, or is it best for fine to medium hair types?
- This clip's large-tooth design is built for secure hold, making it well-suited for medium to thick hair. Fine hair may find the clip too large and heavy, so it's best for those with more hair volume.
- Does the openwork pattern or large-tooth design tend to snag or pull hair when inserting or removing?
- The smooth cellulose acetate material and wide tooth spacing minimize the risk of snagging or pulling. While we haven't received specific feedback on this, the design is intended for comfortable insertion and removal.
- Is the cellulose acetate material biodegradable or made from renewable sources?
- Cellulose acetate is commonly derived from wood pulp, a renewable resource, but its biodegradability varies. We do not have specific details on the sustainability credentials of this particular clip from the manufacturer.