CLINQ EDITION #17: GENTLE SHARDS

Ice shards have a mysterious and captivating quality – crystallised from water, the most intangible of elements, ice represents a magical transformation from fluid to solid, from gentle to sharp, from formless to sculptural.

Shards of ice informed the design of our latest addition to the CLINQ landscape of accessories: the CLINQ CLAW CLIP. Made, of course, from ultra-light and high quality stainless steel, we focused on revising the sculptural elements of the claw clip, proposing a sharpened solution to containing larger portions of hair. Please see the new designs here.

CLINQ stands for contemporary and minimalist accessories that intertwine function with beauty, simplicity with versatility

THE IDEA

CLINQ is situated on the edge between jewelry and product design, between craft and technology. CLINQ was initially founded with the idea of reimagining the common hair clip as a statement piece of jewelry. As our collection is expanding to different styles and forms of accessories, the essence at the heart of CLINQ remains the same: we invest time and effort to design accessories that are timeless and versatile, allowing space for self-expression and personality. We want to be your everyday companion and rise to the special occasion.

THE PROCESS

CLINQ accessories are often based on transforming a disposable everyday item into an object of value and desire. During an extensive research stage, we reconsider the nature of the item, and how we can improve on form, function, and material. We care about the product – ultralight objects made of high-quality materials that are made to last – as much as we care about the process behind the product. CLINQ is crafted in-house in Berlin with individually designed and custom made tools. We work with local and trusted suppliers, assuring an environmentally responsible and sustainable production process. Craftsmanship and technology, functionality and style, the organic and the artificial, nature and design are at the heart of everything we do at CLINQ.

Our Floating Hair Ties are made with semi-precious stones feeling like perfect little drops of rain nestling in your hair, and how beautiful is that.

CLINQ MINUTE HAIRSTYLES

WOMEN WE ADMIRE

Since our very first collection, all CLINQ styles have been named after women we admire. Scientists, writers, politicians, sportswomen, entrepreneurs, designers, activists, or simply women who achieved extraordinary things in their lifetime, often against all the odds and constraints of their time and society. To celebrate our 10th edition, we produced a small booklet that profiles 10 of the women that have served us as continuous inspiration and reference point. It comes free with every order from the CLINQ store, as a small thank you for your loyal support.

All deliveries are carbon neutral
CLINQ
Köpenicker Str 175
DE – 10997 Berlin