Anne-Claire Petit studied industrial design in Eindhoven and began her career as a designer for Esprit. After four successful years at the international label it was time to bring her inspiration and creativity to a higher level. The designer began her own label under the name anne-claire petit accessories. During its first ten years, this label became well known for its successful shawl collection. It then changed to an extensive children- and accessories line, with everything done in colourful handiwork. The anne-claire petit collections are presently sold in hundreds of shops and department stores, in more than 36 countries in Europe, Asia and the United States.