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Gold Maggots

Creepy Taxidermy and Embellishments Added To Pimp Stuffed Animals

— March 28, 2009 — Art & Design
A London-based designer, Kelly McCallum, created an art collection inspired by Victorian taxidermy, with designs such as beetle rings.

Adding her unique touch, Kelly then adds a hint of glamour to the dead animals with metals, jewels and other natural objects to give her own flare to this age old skill.

Some particularly notable pieces include the gold maggots in the fox ears and the pearls on the front of the pigeon. Gloriously macabre.

Implications - This product is very fitting for the recent shift in what buyers wish to see. The presence of taxidermy and other peculiar items is something that consumers are looking for. Corporations can profit by producing goods that contain the same type of shocking material that appeals to the greater audience of purchasers.
Trend Themes
1. Peculiar Taxidermy - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create unique taxidermy pieces incorporating unconventional materials to appeal to a niche market.
2. Glamorized Embellishments - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop techniques to adorn taxidermy animals with metals, jewels, and natural objects, catering to the demand for luxurious and unconventional decor.
3. Macabre Art Collections - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Establish platforms or galleries that showcase and promote artists creating unconventional, Victorian-inspired taxidermy artworks to meet the growing interest in this niche genre.
Industry Implications
1. Home Decor - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design and manufacture home decor products incorporating peculiar taxidermy and embellishments to cater to consumers seeking unique and attention-grabbing interior designs.
2. Art and Design - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Offer workshops or courses that teach the art of glamorized taxidermy to artists and designers, enabling them to create avant-garde artworks and expand their creative skills.
3. Fashion and Accessories - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborate with designers to create fashion and accessories utilizing taxidermy animals and unconventional embellishments, tapping into the trend of macabre-inspired fashion.
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