Lucy Rowlands is a UK designer who believes "the mouth is central to human interaction." It is certainly a very sensual feature of our bodies, and Rowlands designed these rings that enable the wearer to explore their mouths in greater detail.
There are two types of rings. The oral distortion rings provide novel views of the mouth. The oral examination rings are reminiscent of dental mirrors which are now conveniently attached to a rings so you’ll never be caught with a piece of lettuce stuck in your teeth after lunch again!
Dental Tool-Inspired Jewelry
Odd Oral Distortion Rings for Impromptu Mouth Exams
Trend Themes
1. Novel Views of the Mouth - The development of jewelry that provides unique perspectives on the mouth opens up opportunities for innovative accessories and personal expression.
2. Functional Jewelry - The integration of dental tools into wearable accessories allows for convenient and practical oral examination, suggesting potential for a new market segment at the intersection of fashion and healthcare.
3. Sensual Body Accessories - With the recognition of the mouth as a central feature of human interaction, the creation of jewelry that celebrates the sensuality and exploration of the mouth presents an opportunity for unique and provocative designs.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Accessories - The incorporation of dental tool-inspired jewelry into the fashion industry could lead to disruptive innovation in personal adornment, offering a new category of products that combine aesthetics and function.
2. Healthcare and Wellness - The fusion of dental tools with wearable accessories creates possibilities for disruptive innovation in the healthcare industry, where oral examination and hygiene can be integrated with fashion and personal expression.
3. Art and Design - The exploration of the mouth as a sensual feature through jewelry design presents an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the art and design industry, pushing boundaries and challenging traditional notions of body adornment.