# Peculiar 3D-Printed Collars These 3D Printed Collars Resemble Living Sea Creatures By Michael Nieto | Published 2014-02-01 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3d-printed-collars References: [gizmodo](http://gizmodo.com/these-intricate-collars-look-like-fish-bones-are-actua-1506846404) & [madlab.cc](http://www.madlab.cc/about/) These 3D Printed collars resemble shark jaws that were obtained from under the sea. An artist named Madeline Gannon was able to develop and produce these precious collars and was inspired by the virtual movement of a digital squid. This production began with a multi-tentacle creature typically known as a squid or an octopus and then coiled up into a wearable collar. As a fashion accessory, this makes quite the impression at first sight. The use of white and beige hues resembles the textures of bones. These features showcase a dazzling view of wearable printed accessories. It’s possible that one could actually use these for a funky costume party aside from being a work of art. These 3D printed collars are another example of wearable artwork. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.9/10 - Popularity: 7% | Activity: 13% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **3d-printed Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop customizable and unique 3D-printed accessories that offer a personalized and artistic touch to fashion. - **Bio-inspired Designs:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create fashion pieces inspired by nature and biology, incorporating organic shapes and textures to make a bold statement in the industry. - **Wearable Artwork:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine technology and artistic creativity to produce wearable artwork that can be worn for special occasions or as a form of self-expression. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate 3D printing technology into the fashion industry to revolutionize the design and production process. - **Art:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Merge art and fashion to create unique pieces that challenge traditional notions of what constitutes wearable artwork. - **Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the intersection of technology and fashion to create innovative and visually stunning wearable tech accessories. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Wearable Sculptural Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3dtcable-collection.md) - [Nature-Inspired 3D-Printed Handbags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/julia-koerner.md) - [High-End Organic Statement Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/s-carter-designs.md) - [Futuristic 3D-Printed Decor Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sekisai-cobreathing-objects.md) - [Grass Root-Made Sculptural Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rootfull.md) - [Biomorphic Travel Capsule](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/living-systems.md) - [Coral-Form Lighting Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alherd.md) - [Craft-Inspired 3D-Printing Styles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digitally-woven.md) - [Stunning 3D-Printed Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3dprinted-sunglasses1.md)