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Connect-the-Dots Body Mods

The Incredible Multi-Point Industrials by Evolution Piercing Studio

— February 13, 2011 — Fashion
Evolution Piercing Studio is a forward-thinking parlor in Albuquerque, New Mexico that specializes in what their head piercer Noah Babcok describes as "multi-point industrial piercings." These multi-point industrials involve complex and mind-bogglingly intricate body piercings that can require up to seven individual piercings per accessory.

The process leads to some seriously cool Evolution Piercing Studio designs like the ones featured in this gallery.

Photo Credits: bizarremag, evolutionpiercing

Implications - Overtime, body modification has diversified to include more radical and shocking styles. As the movement towards individuality and self-expression continues, the standards for what is beautiful have become more diverse and people are comfortable with appearances that are unique and visually striking.
Trend Themes
1. Multi-point Industrial Piercings - Opportunity for tattoo parlors and piercing studios to offer complex and intricate body piercings that cater to the desire for unique self-expression.
2. Individuality in Body Modification - Opportunity for body modification artists to explore more radical and shocking styles to meet the growing demand for visually striking appearances.
3. Diversifying Beauty Standards - Opportunity for beauty and fashion industries to embrace diversity and cater to the growing acceptance of unique and unconventional forms of beauty.
Industry Implications
1. Tattoo Parlors - Disruptive innovation opportunity for tattoo parlors to expand their services and expertise to include intricate body piercings.
2. Piercing Studios - Disruptive innovation opportunity for piercing studios to specialize in multi-point industrial piercings and cater to the demand for unique body modification.
3. Beauty and Fashion - Disruptive innovation opportunity for beauty and fashion industries to redefine beauty standards and promote a more diverse and inclusive concept of beauty.
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