Valet Studio
Valet Studio is a Sydney accessories brand founded by Ana Piteira, known for oversized acrylic claw clips and barrettes. It also makes bracelets and earrings.
| Founder | Ana Piteira |
|---|---|
| Base | Sydney, Australia |
| Known for | Claw clips and barrettes |
| Website | valetstudio.com.au |
What is Valet Studio?
Valet, also known as Valet Studio, is an accessories label from Sydney, Australia. It was founded by Ana Piteira, a public relations veteran who also designs the jewellery line Reliquia.
Products and positioning
The brand is best known for its large claw clips and barrettes, which helped popularise the return of the hair claw as a fashion accessory. The range includes:
- Oversized claw clips in acrylic
- Hair barrettes
- Bracelets
- Earrings, including gemstone chandelier styles and hand-poured resin designs
Valet's pieces combine bold colours and graphic shapes, positioning hair accessories as statement pieces rather than purely practical items.
Distribution
Valet sells online and through retailers such as Free People and Australian beauty retailer Adore Beauty.
Why it matters
Valet is an example of how a small Australian accessories label could ride and help shape a global trend, turning a once basic hair accessory into a styled fashion item sold by international retailers.
Frequently asked questions
Who founded Valet Studio?
Valet was founded by Ana Piteira, a PR professional who also designs the jewellery line Reliquia.
Where is Valet Studio from?
Valet is an accessories brand from Sydney, Australia.