# Unzipped Body Adornments The Gothic Zipper Jewelry Line is Dark and Dramatic By Gil Cohen | Published 2013-01-18 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gothic-zipper-jewelry References: [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/shop/ZIPPERjewelry?ref=seller_info) Zippers are no longer just functional pieces used to close up clothing -- in the Gothic Zipper Jewelry line from [Etsy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dropshop) shop ZIPPERjewelry, they become [decorative accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rocknot) that adorn your body. Mostly working with black zippers, the designer creates beautifully intricate pieces that are sure to become the centerpiece of any outfit you wear. From interwoven zipper collars that have dangling zipper tabs and are tied off with ribbon, to layered zipper wrap bracelets that close with plastic buckles, the collection is dramatic with a Gothic appeal. Some of the pieces are outfitted with lace, elegant enough to be worn on your wedding day, and there is even a golden zipper bracelet that shines and sparkles on your wrist. The Gothic Zipper Jewelry line from ZIPPERjewelry is full of [bold statement-pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chiyu). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 59% | Activity: 55% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/jewelry) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Gothic Zipper Jewelry:** The Gothic Zipper Jewelry line from ZIPPERjewelry is an emerging trend in the fashion industry that offers innovative and dramatic body adornments. - **Functional to Decorative Zippers:** The transformation of zippers from functional pieces to decorative accessories creates opportunities for disruptive innovation in the fashion and jewelry industries. - **Intricate and Dramatic Accessories:** The demand for intricately designed and dramatic accessories like the Gothic Zipper Jewelry line opens up new possibilities for creative and unique fashion trends. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can capitalize on the Gothic Zipper Jewelry trend by integrating unique zipper designs into their collections, pushing boundaries in fashion aesthetics. - **Jewelry:** The jewelry industry can explore innovative techniques and materials, incorporating zippers as unconventional elements in jewelry designs to cater to the growing demand for unique and bold accessories. - **Wedding:** The wedding industry can offer alternative bridal accessories by incorporating elements from the Gothic Zipper Jewelry line, providing unconventional yet elegant options for modern brides. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sculpturally Formed Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cyber-zombie.md) - [Consciously Cool Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-art-of-adornment.md) - [Wearable Sculptural Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3dtcable-collection.md) - [Complimentary Sculptural Jewelry Pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculptural-jewelry-piece.md) - [Stunning Organic-Inspired Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/organicinspired-jewelry.md) - [Elegant Women's Jewelry Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/womens-jewelry1.md) - [Rugged Modern Holiday Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diesel-3.md) - [Customizable Statement Accessory Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rocknot.md) - [Vintage-Inspired Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintageinspired-jewelry.md)