# Bleak Jewelry Don't Play With Your Life Bling By lourdes sanchez bayas | Published 2008-04-16 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bleak-bling-mathmatiks-dont-play-with-your-life-jewelry References: [complex](http://www.complex.com/blogs/2008/04/16/dont-play-with-mathmatiks-spring-2008-line/) & [mathmatiks](http://www.mathmatiks.com/) "Don't Play With Your Life" is the theme of **[Mathmatiks](http://www.mathmatiks.com)** new spring/summer line. The collection from the New York-based store includes T-shirts, visual art and accessories. The [jewelry collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/protect-collection) is highlighted by a double barrel, [ruby adorned revolver pendant](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dagger-charm-collection) with a rotating barrel and an [18K gold-plated dice](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3-graces-of-gold). Mathmatiks stores are available at Zakka Corp, Brooklyn, and Reed Space, NYC. **Implications** - Popular images within society and culture are frequently overused throughout product designs and packaging. Businesses that find ways to breakthrough from using replicas of familiar objects can always appear fresh and attractive in the eyes of consumers. As an alternative, simply reworking familiar objects such as revolvers or dice can also come across as an iconic spin on a beloved motif. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.9/10 - Popularity: 13% | Activity: 5% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## 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 - **Unique Product Design:** Businesses that find ways to go beyond using replicas of familiar objects can appear fresh and attractive to consumers. - **Iconic Spin on Beloved Motifs:** Reworking familiar objects like revolvers or dice can create an iconic twist on popular motifs. - **Culturally-inspired Accessories:** Incorporating cultural references in accessories can appeal to consumers looking for unique and meaningful fashion pieces. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can explore unique product design opportunities to create fresh and attractive accessories. - **Jewelry:** Jewelry retailers can consider reworking familiar objects to create iconic and unique pieces that stand out in the market. - **Art and Design:** Art and design businesses can leverage cultural references to create accessories that are both visually appealing and carry deeper meaning. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Vintage-Inspired Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintageinspired-jewelry.md) - [Dynamic Bold Statement Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chiyu.md) - [Edgy Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mikimoto-x-chrome-hearts.md) - [Consciously Cool Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-art-of-adornment.md) - [Symbolic Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/protect-collection.md) - [Whimsical Heirloom-Quality Symbolic Talismans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3-graces-of-gold.md) - [Toy-Inspired Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-wheels-x-alex-and-ani.md) - [Rugged Modern Holiday Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diesel-3.md) - [Handcrafted Jewelry Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pretty-weird.md)