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Pierced Santas

Holly Jolly Bodymods and Stretched Ears

— December 26, 2008 — Fashion
When I was a little boy, I questioned how only one Santa could exist. I asked myself, "How can it be that he is able to visit everyone around the world on the same night?"

Now I am wiser and have learned that a few Santa Clauses must be on the road at Christmas, both to reach various locations and to cater to different personality types. I think many groups have their own Santa Clauses; there are some for the fashionable, some for the practical, for the geeks and nerds, and as I've now discovered, there are Santas for bodymod freaks.

I have evidence: I saw a pierced Santa Claus yesterday! Through his stretched lobes, I saw his beautiful reindeer and took a picture of them. I also made out some Christmas piercings in his hands, I swear. I want to share this unbelievable experience with you and I wish you merry x-mas, hope you like it!!
Trend Themes
1. Bodymod Santas - An emerging trend of Santa Clauses with body modifications, such as piercings and stretched ears, providing a unique and edgy holiday experience.
2. Alternative Christmas Decorations - The rise of Christmas piercings and body modifications as a form of alternative decoration, allowing individuals to express their personal style during the holiday season.
3. Holiday Self-expression - A growing trend of individuals using body modifications and unconventional fashion choices to celebrate and express their holiday spirit.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion and Accessories - Opportunities for fashion brands to create unique holiday accessories tailored to individuals with body modifications.
2. Cosmetics and Beauty - A market for specialized holiday-themed body jewelry and makeup designed for bodymod enthusiasts during the Christmas season.
3. Event Planning and Entertainment - The demand for bodymod Santa Clauses at holiday events and parties, providing an alternative and memorable experience for attendees.
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