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Giant LEGO Jewelry

"My First Royal Jewels" Are Perfect for Accessory Fiends On a Budget

— February 1, 2009 — Art & Design
Even though I have a fierce contempt for LEGOS, this attractive jewelry collection caught my eyes.

Made by Emiko Oye, these gigantic and fantastic accessories were “inspired by hardware, haute couture and salvaged material,” according to Trend de la Creme.

The beautiful collection is called, “My First Royal Jewels” and the work was just exhibited at the San Fransisco Museum of Crafts and Art.

Implications - The jewelry collection is made entirely out of recycled LEGO blocks and pieces. Emiko Oye was also inspired by the jewelry from Harry Winston, Cartier and Boucheron while creating her fascinating and unique collection. The items are not for sale, but perhaps you could grab a box of old LEGO and try to whip up something yourself!
Trend Themes
1. Upcycled Jewelry - Creating unique jewelry pieces out of recycled materials has the potential to disrupt the traditional jewelry industry's reliance on new materials and manufacturing processes.
2. DIY LEGO Accessories - Encouraging consumers to create their own LEGO accessories could disrupt the fashion accessories industry by shifting the power from manufactures to consumers.
3. Innovative Material Use - Exploring new and unusual materials, such as LEGO blocks, for jewelry-making has the potential to bring a fresh perspective to the jewelry industry and stand out in a crowded market.
Industry Implications
1. Jewelry - The upcycling trend could be applied to jewelry manufacturing, making it more sustainable and environmentally friendly.
2. Fashion Accessories - Encouraging consumers to create their own accessories could disrupt traditional manufacturing processes by empowering consumers to take control of their own fashion choices.
3. Art and Design - Exploring unconventional materials could result in new and unique design concepts that stand out in a crowded art and design world.
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