# Adorable Antler Hairpieces JC McCairn Designs Flirty Forest Hair Forks By Sophia Pelka | Published 2012-01-11 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jc-mccairn References: [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/shop/JCMcCairnsCottage?page=1#) & [jcmccairnscottage.blogspot](http://jcmccairnscottage.blogspot.com/) Cottage dwelling designer JC McCairn creates [organic antler accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/untamed-nature). Inspired by rustic rural, the Kansas-based artist handcrafts these [hair pins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handcrafted-flower-crown). Eco-friendly and cruelty-free, the pieces are made from naturally-shed elk antlers and naturally-shed white-tail deer antlers.The antlers can act as hair combs, picks, forks, pins. Along with variation in shape and structure, the simple pieces accommodate to several different hairstyles. Hair can be simple thrown up in a bun, or wrapped into an elegant undo. Regardless of style, these whimsical accessories add a sweet fairytale twist to any outfit. The artist outlines the detailing of each found antler on her [Etsy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wood-wall-hanger) account, which just proves that these pieces are truly one of a kind, hinting at that old-world style. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 74% | Activity: 74% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hair](https://www.trendhunter.com/hair) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Organic Antler Accessories:** Opportunity for the fashion industry to embrace sustainable and cruelty-free materials. - **Whimsical Hair Accessories:** Potential for the beauty industry to develop unique and playful hair accessories. - **Handcrafted Artistic Hair Pieces:** Artisanal opportunities for the crafts industry to create bespoke and personalized hair pins. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** Creating and promoting eco-friendly and cruelty-free accessories. - **Beauty:** Innovating new hair accessories that add a touch of whimsy and fantasy. - **Crafts:** Exploring the handcrafted market for unique, one-of-a-kind hair pins. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Multi-Wear Hair Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/truss-series-shippou.md) - [Luxury Hair Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/t3-x-lelet-ny.md) - [Bag-Shaped Hair Clips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tresemm-x-luar.md) - [Accessorized Styling Sticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/style-treat-sweet-to-sleek-treat.md) - [Wellness-Promoting Brush Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unwind-brush.md) - [High-End Organic Statement Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/s-carter-designs.md) - [Consciously Cool Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-art-of-adornment.md) - [Handcrafted Jewelry Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pretty-weird.md) - [Bug-Inspired Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/murder-hornet-ring.md)