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# Studded Body Canvases
Johnny Needles Lets You Wear Your Heart On Your Back

By Cowbag | Published 2009-07-01 | Art & Design
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/johnny-needles-heart
References: [cakeheadlovesevil](http://cakeheadlovesevil.wordpress.com/2009/07/01/romanic-body-mods/)

Who would ever had thought the words 'cute' or 'romantic' could ever be used to describe body modification? Thanks to Johnny Needles, that is most certainly a possibility with his series of [large hearts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bond-heart-necklace) formed from body piercings outfitted with [red sparkling implants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chiyu).

They look beautiful, but to be honest the thought of not ever being fully comfortable while laying on my back is far too much to bear.

**Implications** - With society constantly in a state of transformation, individuals are looking for ways to stand out. These studded body piercings let an individual truly express his or herself. Businesses should keep this mentality in mind when designing a product, as buyers are looking for new ways to garner attention.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 5.4/10
- Popularity: 82% | Activity: 73% | 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) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign)

## Key Themes

### What's Driving This Trend

- **Body Modification:** The trend of using studded body piercings to express oneself and stand out in society.
- **Personal Expression:** The trend of individuals seeking unique ways to showcase their personality and garner attention.
- **Transformational Products:** The trend of businesses designing products that cater to individuals who want to be distinctive and make a statement.

### Who This Affects Most

- **Body Piercing:** The body piercing industry can capitalize on the demand for studded body piercings to create unique and eye-catching designs.
- **Fashion and Accessories:** Fashion and accessories industry can incorporate studded body piercings in their designs, offering customers a new way to express themselves through their clothing and accessories.
- **Beauty and Personal Care:** The beauty and personal care industry can develop innovative products and services related to studded body piercings, such as specialized aftercare products or piercing customization services.

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