# Glamorous Equestrian Accessories Ride Off with the Playful New Birgit Marie Schmidt Line By Marie | Published 2011-07-20 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/birgit-marie-schmidt References: [design.nl](http://www.design.nl/item/i_cant_seem_to_get_rid_of_the_horses) & [mocoloco](http://mocoloco.com/fresh2/2011/07/08/i-cant-seem-to-get-rid-of-the-horses-by-birgit-marie-schmidt.php) The new 'I Can't Seem to Get Rid of the Horses' line of accessories by Birgit Marie Schmidt is the perfect mix of whimsical childhood memories and glamorous grown-up style. Her beautifully crafted [rings, necklaces, earrings and bracelets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/organicinspired-jewelry) are impossible to resist, whether or not you grew up dreaming of magical ponies and horses. A recent graduate of the [Royal College of Art London](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/copenhagen-fashion-week-ss27), Schmidt carefully handcrafted each piece. The collection's name is just as unique as the jewelry itself. Birgit Marie Schmidt explains, "At the beginning of this project I had no intention of using animal symbols or shapes, actually I rather disliked the idea. But the horses kept coming back, hence the name." The playful [horse-inspired pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frye-x-aurate) are charming and elegant. The two-fingered rings are especially extraordinary, mixing sophistication with the perfect amount of edge. I'm sure this is only the beginning of many incredible collections by Birgit Marie Schmidt. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.8/10 - Popularity: 64% | Activity: 73% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/jewelry) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Whimsical Jewelry:** Creating jewelry that combines childhood nostalgia with elegant style presents an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the accessories industry. - **Animal-inspired Accessories:** Integrating animal symbols and shapes into accessories can offer a unique and playful twist, disrupting traditional jewelry designs. - **Handcrafted Luxury:** The demand for carefully crafted, one-of-a-kind accessories like Birgit Marie Schmidt's collection opens up a disruptive innovation opportunity for small-scale luxury brands. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Accessories:** The accessories industry can adapt by embracing whimsical jewelry designs that resonate with customers seeking unique, playful pieces. - **Jewelry:** Incorporating animal-inspired designs and intricate craftsmanship can drive innovation in the jewelry industry, attracting customers looking for distinct and timeless pieces. - **Luxury:** The luxury industry can explore opportunities to cater to a niche market that seeks carefully handcrafted accessories with a touch of whimsy and charm. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Horse-Inspired Fine Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/horsebit-fine-jewelry-collection.md) - [French Fashion House Tableware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/herms-tressages-questres-tableware-collection.md) - [Vintage-Inspired Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintageinspired-jewelry.md) - [Consciously Cool Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-art-of-adornment.md) - [Luxe Horse-Themed Coffee Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/herms-x-bialetti-year-of-the-horse.md) - [Minimalist Bridal Accessories Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bridal-accessories-collection.md) - [Bridal-Inspired Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/future-heirlooms.md) - [Good Fortune Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/astrid-miyu-lucky-charm-collection.md) - [Stunning Organic-Inspired Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/organicinspired-jewelry.md)