'Polygon' by KOH MATSUURA: Innovation in Hair Claw

Polygon

Hair Claw for POLYGON HAIR CLAW

Polygon hair claw is not the same hair claw as you see usual. Its unique shape of prong and placement enables it to catch the hair more than a normal hair claw. They got a patent for this unique prong shape and placement in U.S and Japan. This time they made its collection with aluminum which reduces the weight much more than the previous metal claw. Therefore it holds and stays longer also eases the pain from the weight claw has. Polygon hair claw is the first hair claw ever made with aluminum.

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Unique Properties

Polygon hair claw is not the same hair claw as you see usual. Its unique shape of prong and placement enable to catch the hair more than normal hair claw. They got patent for this unique prong shape and placement in U.S and Japan. This time they made its collection with aluminium which reduce the weight much more than previous metal claw. Therefore it holds and stay longer also ease the pain from the weight claw has. Polygon hair claw is the first hair claw ever made with aluminium.

Production Technology

It is designed with CAD. Then make rubber mold then casting.

Design Challenge

Placement of prongs since it is new challenging of reallocate the place of prongs, it takes several years to find the perfect position and degree of prongs.

Project Duration

The project started in June 2018 in Japan

Operation Flow

First they studied which function and design can be popular hair claw from their past sales data. then they figured out what is the best shape and function to catch the hair most. Then they develop this idea to the 3D CAD data. Then they casting several times and try using its prototype for 3years.

Research

They studied popular styles and reviews from our past sales data and found out specific character among them , then they figured out what they need to have and don't for function. After that they made prototype using 3D CAD and made samples with 3D printer. Once they confirm how it works, made prototype with casting metal. After prototype is ready send them all to hair stylist and check if it holds well or not.

Inspiration

Matsuura co ., ltd has been making hair accessories for more than 140 years and it is important mission for them to develop something totally new. Recently most of hair accessories are already developed enough and we haven't seen unique and functional new products for long time. It was important mission for them to create something new and functional products for this industry to keep progress. Polygon hair claw has a concept of "Back to the simple and functional" . Based on this concept they made this unique products.

Project Overview

Polygon Hair Claw has been a Bronze winner in the Jewelry Design award category in the year 2021 organized by the prestigious A' Design Award & Competition. The Bronze A' Design Award is given to outstanding designs that showcase a high degree of creativity and practicality. It recognizes the dedication and skill of designers who produce work that stands out for its thoughtful development and innovative use of materials and technology. These designs are acknowledged for their professional execution and potential to influence industry standards positively. Winning this award highlights the designer's ability to blend form and function effectively, offering solutions that enhance people's lives and wellbeing.

Image Credits

For design images and photos please credit KOH MATSUURA.

Bronze Recognition

KOH MATSUURA was recognized with the coveted Bronze A' Design Award in 2022, a testament to excellence of their work Polygon Hair Claw.

KOH MATSUURA Press Releases

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Polygon Hair Claw: A Unique and Functional Hair Accessory by KOH MATSUURA

KOH MATSUURA introduces the Polygon Hair Claw, a revolutionary hair accessory, designed to be both unique and functional, aiming to bring progress to the hair accessories industry.

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