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# Controversial Criminal Couture
Christopher Lee Sauve's 'Diamonds are Forever' Tees

By Allison Love | Published 2010-08-12 | Fashion
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christopher-lee-sauve
References: [cocoperez](http://cocoperez.com/2010-08-09-diamonds-are-forever-right-naomi) & [christopherleesauve](http://www.christopherleesauve.com/)

Naomi Campbell has landed herself in some hot water with the controversy surrounding blood diamonds in Sierra Leone. The model was supposedly given a massive blood diamond from Liberian ruler Charles Taylor, without her knowing about it.

Designer Chrisopher Lee Sauve has jumped on that controversy rather quickly, coming out with a ['Diamonds are Forever' t-shirt](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-scorpion-the-frog) that has Naomi's face printed on it with diamonds in her eyes. The shirt is pretty clever, and a great way to garner attention to the controversy. Good work Christopher Lee Sauve.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 5.1/10
- Popularity: 76% | Activity: 70% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### What's Driving This Trend

- **Controversial Clothing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Designing clothing that sparks conversation and raises awareness about social issues.
- **Ethical Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating sustainable and socially responsible fashion brands that prioritize transparency and ethical sourcing.
- **Fashion Activism:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Using fashion as a platform for activism and promoting positive social change.

### Who This Affects Most

- **Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporating technology and innovative materials into fashion design and production.
- **Jewelry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing alternatives to traditional diamonds that are ethically sourced and environmentally friendly.
- **Media:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Leveraging media platforms to amplify voices and campaigns that advocate for social justice and raise awareness.

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