Khu Khu

Khu Khu is a hand fan brand with a studio in Valencia, Spain, founded by Victoria Speyer and launched in 2016. It makes handmade wooden folding fans, including designer, made-to-order and wedding pieces.

What is Khu Khu?

Khu Khu is an accessories brand dedicated to the folding hand fan. It was founded by Victoria Speyer, who has a background in theatre and art history, and now works from a studio and office in Valencia, Spain.

History

The idea for the brand took shape in 2012, when Speyer was living in Seville. The company launched in 2016, funded through a crowdfunding campaign, and has since grown into a label stocked in more than 12 countries.

Products and positioning

Khu Khu presents each fan as a work of art that can be used or displayed. The range includes a Statement Collection, in-house and designer collections, made-to-order pieces and fans for weddings.

• Pre-treated high-grade cotton and traditional woods
• An acrylic option with a moulded rivet system
• Fans 100% locally sourced and handmade in Spain

Production relies on local suppliers around Valencia, including screen printers, a die cutter and a leather worker, reflecting the brand's stated aim of supporting small businesses and promoting sustainability.

Distribution

The brand sells online and through stockists. Past collaborations include work with Selfridges, and it has exhibited at events such as Stylist Live and The Hand-Made Fair.

Why it matters

Khu Khu shows how a traditional Spanish accessory can be repositioned as a design-led, locally made product for an international audience.

Frequently asked questions

Who founded Khu Khu?

Khu Khu was founded by Victoria Speyer, who developed the idea in Seville in 2012 and launched the company in 2016.

Where are Khu Khu fans made?

Khu Khu fans are handmade in Spain using locally sourced materials and suppliers around Valencia.

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