Badass Accessories to Get into Ass-Kicking Spirit
Courtney Iseman — February 12, 2010 — Fashion
References: polyvore
For about three years now, the punk rock meets biker trend has been bubbling and growing. A little leather here, some studs there - from studs to spikes, every season it gets a little more hardcore. In what could be a desperate search for what is different, edgy, and new, designers are reaching for the few things that haven’t been overdone yet - and macabre, morbid jewelry that doesn’t ooze over into tacky goth looks is one concept.
So we’re seeing bullet charms, spikes, daggers, guns, even axes - all a little daring, but there’s something very fun and high trend about these edgy tough-chic pieces. The accessories are being designed for both men and women, and for women the style is to pair these ass-kicking, in-your-face jewels with more feminine pieces. There’s nothing like a bullet necklace with a soft, frilly, lace dress!
So we’re seeing bullet charms, spikes, daggers, guns, even axes - all a little daring, but there’s something very fun and high trend about these edgy tough-chic pieces. The accessories are being designed for both men and women, and for women the style is to pair these ass-kicking, in-your-face jewels with more feminine pieces. There’s nothing like a bullet necklace with a soft, frilly, lace dress!
Trend Themes
1. Punk Rock Meets Biker Trend - Disruptive innovation opportunities include creating punk rock-inspired accessories for the fashion industry.
2. Macabre, Morbid Jewelry - There is potential for disruptive innovation in the jewelry industry by designing unique and edgy pieces that incorporate macabre and morbid elements.
3. Edgy Tough-chic Accessories - Opportunities for disruptive innovation lie in creating accessories that combine edginess and toughness with chic and feminine elements.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Industry - The fashion industry can explore disruptive innovation by incorporating punk rock and biker-inspired trends into their designs.
2. Jewelry Industry - There is a potential for disruptive innovation within the jewelry industry by introducing macabre and morbid elements into unique designs.
3. Accessories Industry - Opportunities for disruptive innovation exist in the accessories industry for creating edgy and tough-chic accessories that appeal to both men and women.
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