# First Aid Accessories The Band-Aid Ring by Michelle Lopez Will Cover Any Finger Boo Boo By Meghan Young | Published 2011-03-19 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/band-aid-ring References: [bookofjoe](http://www.bookofjoe.com/2011/03/band-aid-ring.html) & [needsupply](http://needsupply.com/catalog/product/view/id/27302/category/24/) Turning the classic first aid necessity into a stylish accessory, the [Band-Aid Ring](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waterproof-clear-adhesive-bandages) not only revitalizes the look of the band-aid, but also gives people who love them an excuse to rock one everyday. I mean, an excuse that doesn't involve cuts or wounds of any kind. Designed by Michelle Lopez, the Band-Aid Ring is made out of [sterling silver](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/titanium-mechanical-ring). Hand-formed by the artist herself, each ring fits perfectly just like the real thing. Unlike the real thing, however, the Band-Aid Ring will run you about $315, leading some to decide to just wear those cute kiddie band-aids instead. Creatively crafted, this Band-Aid Ring by Michelle Lopez definitely took the idea of transforming regular objects into [fashionable accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-gogo) to new heights. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 40% | Activity: 34% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Stylish First Aid Accessories:** The Band-Aid Ring by Michelle Lopez demonstrates the trend of turning functional first aid items into fashionable accessories. - **Personalized Handmade Jewelry:** The hand-formed sterling silver Band-Aid Ring showcases the trend of handmade, unique jewelry pieces. - **Creative Object Transformation:** The Band-Aid Ring exemplifies the trend of creatively reimagining everyday items as stylish, high-end products. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Accessories:** The Band-Aid Ring offers a disruptive innovation opportunity for the fashion accessories industry by merging functionality with style. - **Jewelry Design:** The handcrafted Band-Aid Ring presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for the jewelry design industry through the use of unconventional and unexpected materials. - **Gift and Novelty:** The Band-Aid Ring taps into the disruptive innovation opportunity within the gift and novelty industry by offering a unique, conversation-starting accessory. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Artful Bandage Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-met-x-bandaid.md) - [Durable Water-Friendly Bandages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waterproof-clear-adhesive-bandages.md) - [Dynamic Bold Statement Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chiyu.md) - [Exclusive Anniversary-Honoring Bandages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bandaid-brand.md) - [Aloe-Infused Bandages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aloe-vera-infused-bandages.md) - [Manicure-Safe Soda Can Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pepsi-ring.md) - [Co-Branded Smart Ring Covers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rest-recovery-kit.md) - [Child-Focused First-Aid Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/welly-products.md) - [Healthcare-Inspired Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/v-coterie.md)