# Smiley Skull Rings The Kaikai Kiki Dokuro Ring Juxtaposes Flowers & Skulls By Christina Butty | Published 2009-08-13 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dokuro-ring References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2009/08/kaikai-kiki-dokuro-ring/) & [honeyee](http://www.honeyee.com/news/design/2009/001427/) This Kaikai Kiki Dokuro ring interestingly combines a macabre skull with cheerful flowers to produces a silly, cute but dark result. The Kaikai Kiki Dokuro ring was actually done in collaboration with Takashi Murakami. In fact, the flowers located in the eyes of the skull are Murakami’s signature foliage, which have appeared on his covetable artwork and in his collaborations with both Louis Vuitton and Kanye West. Available in three colors, the Kaikai Kiki Dokuro ring is sure to sell out fast. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 40% | Activity: 73% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% 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) > [Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/jewelry) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Macabre-chic Fusion:** Opportunity for merging dark and cheerful elements in fashion and design to create unique and appealing products. - **Artistic Collaborations:** Collaboration between artists and brands provides an opportunity to create exclusive and sought-after products with a distinct artistry. - **Signature Branding:** Brands can leverage the recognition and value of an artist's signature motifs to create iconic and desirable products. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion Accessories:** Fashion brands can explore innovative designs in accessories that blend contrasting themes to appeal to diverse consumer preferences. - **Art and Design:** Artists and designers can harness creative collaborations to produce unique pieces that attract collectors and enthusiasts. - **Luxury Goods:** Luxury brands can leverage exclusive collaborations with renowned artists to create limited edition products that drive brand desirability and perceived value. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Artist-Collaborative Colorful Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mp15.md) - [Flower-Centric Tech Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flowers-bloom-1.md) - [Limited-Edition Artist-Honoring Tees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/takashi-murakami-tee.md) - [Artist-Inspired Flower Puzzle Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/belgiandesigner.md) - [Playful Expansive Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/collab-with-takashi-murakami.md) - [Limited-Edition Collectible Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skullpanda-my-melody.md) - [Artistic Floral Footwear Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ohana-hatake.md) - [Dynamic Bold Statement Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chiyu.md) - [Flower Motif Tech Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flowers-bloom-capsule.md)