# BLT Sandwich Ring By Eva Rubenov | Published 2006-10-18 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blt-sandwich-ring References: [core77](http://www.core77.com/blog/object_culture/sandwich_ringmake_it_a_blt_4770.asp) & [news.bbc](http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/6057734.stm) At $750, the stacking Sandwich Ring is a little more than a [Big Mac](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/litter-and-glamour-collection), but it certainly is unique. The artist, Carrie Weston descibes, "This [stacking sandwich ring](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baked-in-gold) is a throw back to the good ol' times of brown bagged lunches. Remember when life was so simple? Elevated to pop icon statuss." **Implications** - Novel items always capture consumer attention. One area where novelty can be applied is fashion. Fashion demand is fickle, and the fluctuating desire of fashion consumers is perfect for the steady creation and availability of offbeat and unexpected products like this [BLT](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wendys-egg-blt) sandwich ring. Any consumer who values novelty will find items like this appealing. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 83% | Activity: 23% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Novelty Fashion:** Creating offbeat and unexpected products, such as the BLT sandwich ring, has the potential to captivate consumers who value novelty and keep fashion consumers interested. - **Retro Revival:** Retro-inspired fashion pieces, like the brown bagged lunch-themed sandwich ring, can elicit feelings of nostalgia and can be an intriguing way to capture the attention of consumers in the fashion industry. - **Edible Accessories:** The BLT sandwich ring can represent a niche trend for wearable/edible accessories that are both fun and aesthetically pleasing. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Jewelry:** Jewelry brands can take inspiration from the BLT sandwich ring and create unique designs that channel nostalgia and novelty to appeal to consumers interested in individuality. - **Fashion:** As fashion evolves and becomes more inclusive, innovative products with playful elements like the sandwich ring could represent a lucrative market, and a way for fashion brands to stand out in a crowded field. - **Food and Beverage:** The sandwich ring can lead to the development of other wearable/edible food products that push the boundaries of traditional food forms and packaging, such as snack-themed jewelry and accessories. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sandwich-Based Diamond Rings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quarter-pound-cod-sandwich.md) - [Beverage-Aesthetic Playful Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slush-ring.md) - [Luxe Lunchtime-Inspired Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-sandwich-bag.md) - [Indulgent Bakery Sandwich Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stacked-toasted-baguettes.md) - [Onion Ring-Topped BBQ Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/angus-bbq-bacon-ringer-melt.md) - [Fast Food-Inspired Premium Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ofishial.md) - [Plush Sandwich Rugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandwich-rug.md) - [Bread-Encrusted Gemstone Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rising-collection.md) - [Self-Referential Sandwich Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandwich-maker-concept.md)