'Jointed Jewels' by Alissia Melka-Teichroew Focuses on Bones & Joints
Ryan Hinkson — May 29, 2010 — Fashion
'Jointed Jewels' by Alissia Melka-Teichroew uses the beauty of our inner workings as inspiration. The anatomical jewelry is designed in ball-and-socket patterns similar to those used in hip replacement surgery.
'Jointed Jewels' by Alissia Melka-Teichroew includes rings, bracelets and necklaces in varying sizes and colors. The coolest thing about the 'Jointed Jewels' collection is that each piece is made is made from one piece of material, despite looking like it's made from several.
Implications - Consumers are looking for designs that are more closely integrated with themselves. Products that feature an element of the human body appeals to those who want to feel a familiarity with their purchases.
'Jointed Jewels' by Alissia Melka-Teichroew includes rings, bracelets and necklaces in varying sizes and colors. The coolest thing about the 'Jointed Jewels' collection is that each piece is made is made from one piece of material, despite looking like it's made from several.
Implications - Consumers are looking for designs that are more closely integrated with themselves. Products that feature an element of the human body appeals to those who want to feel a familiarity with their purchases.
Trend Themes
1. Anatomical Jewelry - Using the human body as inspiration for jewelry design.
2. Ball-and-socket Patterns - Incorporating ball-and-socket patterns into product design.
3. One-piece Material - Creating the appearance of multiple materials in products made from one piece of material.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - Incorporating anatomical elements into fashion design.
2. Medical Devices - Adapting ball-and-socket patterns used in hip replacement surgery into medical device design.
3. Jewelry - Creating unique and innovative jewelry designs inspired by the human body.
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