# Blinged-Out Baby Skulls Designer Damien Hirst Creates Some Expensive Controversy By Peter Vallas | Published 2011-01-12 | Luxury Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/damien-hirst1 References: [bornrich.org](http://www.bornrich.org/entry/damien-hirst-sparks-controversy-with-his-blinged-baby-skull/) Damien Hirst has had a fascination with creating [skull sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/split-bust) for a long time. Regardless, these are no traditional skull designs. Damien Hirst is accustomed to using [diamonds and expensive material](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loewe-and-jacob-co) to make his work stand out. His latest creation called 'For Heavens Sake' involves actual baby skull [covered in over 8,100 diamonds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oakley-x-swarovski). The skull design has sparked controversy around the world, especially to mothers. Though a little touchy, the piece is definitely different, even for Damien Hirst. **Implications** - The skull fits in with Hirst's 19th-century pathology collection, which features a series of eerily grim body parts. The skull is apparently that of an under two-week-old baby. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.8/10 - Popularity: 61% | Activity: 74% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Luxury](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxury) > [Ultra Luxury](https://www.trendhunter.com/ultraluxury) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Controversial Art:** Opportunities for artists to push boundaries and create provocative art pieces that generate attention and spark important conversations. - **Luxury Sculptures:** Potential for artists to use expensive and opulent materials to add value and exclusivity to their sculptures, attracting high-end collectors. - **Morbid Art:** Rise in interest for macabre and morbid art pieces, appealing to individuals drawn to unconventional and thought-provoking aesthetics. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Art:** Artists and galleries can explore new boundaries and leverage controversy to attract attention and engage their audience. - **Luxury Goods:** Opportunity for luxury brands to collaborate with artists to create exclusive and luxurious art pieces that cater to affluent consumers. - **Cultural Commentary:** Potential for artists to use their work as a medium to comment on social, political, and cultural issues, sparking meaningful discussions and challenging societal norms. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Starry-Eyed Dichroic Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/starryeyed-dichroic-sculpture.md) - [Pill-Scattered Luxe Bag Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keepall-bag.md) - [High-End Organic Statement Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/s-carter-designs.md) - [Kidult Baby Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-baby.md) - [Crystal-Adorned Crushed Cans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sam-keller.md) - [Maximalist Chandelier Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baccarat-x-harry-nuriev.md) - [Bug-Inspired Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/murder-hornet-ring.md) - [Fashion-Branded Vodka Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crystal-head-vodka-x-joshua-kane.md) - [Rapper Jewelry Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pav-nite.md)