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Eraser-Topped Rings

This Silver Eraser Ring is Topped with a Functional Eraser from a Pencil

— August 22, 2013 — Fashion
'E for Effort's' silver eraser ring is an adorable and functional piece of jewelry. Previously there have been entire rings made out of erasers that borrow a similar concept, but this ring is a sophisticated and far less child-like.

This gorgeous accessory borrows the form of the eraser that tops a pencil and the silver band just below it. 'E for Effort' artists Beka Goedde and Rachel Ostrow's accessories are a beautiful objects that bring back waves of nostalgia of using graphite pencils in school.

These quirky eraser-topped rings comes in a number of colors, as if they were precious jewels. Alike a precious jewel, you'll probably want to cherish this whimsical ring instead of actually using it as an eraser.
Trend Themes
1. Functional Jewelry - Designing jewelry that is not only fashionable but also serves a functional purpose, such as eraser-topped rings.
2. Nostalgic Accessories - Creating accessories that evoke nostalgia and remind people of simpler times, like the eraser-topped rings inspired by pencil erasers.
3. Childhood-inspired Fashion - Exploring fashion trends that draw inspiration from elements of childhood, such as the whimsical eraser-topped rings.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Accessories - Opportunities for designers and manufacturers to create innovative and functional jewelry pieces, expanding the market for fashion accessories.
2. Gift and Novelty - The eraser-topped rings can tap into the gift and novelty industry, offering unique and nostalgic products that appeal to a wide audience.
3. Art Supplies - Collaborations between jewelry designers and art supply manufacturers to create artistically inspired accessories that incorporate elements of traditional art supplies.
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