# Stalagmite-Inspired Rings (UPDATE) Joji Kojima Opts for Strangely Chic, Oversized Creations By Erin Fox | Published 2012-08-13 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joji-kojima-2 References: [trendland](http://trendland.com/joji-kojima-accessories/) & [jojikojima](http://jojikojima.com/) Joji Kojima has produced some of the most extraordinary ring creations for the current F/W season. With a [jewelry collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shapes-of-extraleganza) like this, the designer is likely to be adorning the iconic hand of Lady Gaga in the near future. The avant garde expressionism in each piece sets the bar for designers of the same caliber. Joji Kojima uses multiple materials, such as bone, metals and feathers to express a bolder side of fashion accessories. It is evident his most thought-provoking pieces come from his [ring collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brilliant-earth), as they twist and turn along the hand. Joji Kojima began [making accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pretty-weird) at the age of 15 and eventually went to Tama Art University in Toyko to study graphic design, typography and photography. The designer puts this background to good use by implementing intricate thought and design into each strangely shaped creation. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 62% | Activity: 38% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - 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 - **Avant Garde Expressionism:** Exploring bold and thought-provoking designs in fashion accessories. - **Intricate Ring Collections:** Creating twisted and turned rings that push the boundaries of traditional designs. - **Mixed Material Jewelry:** Using a combination of bone, metals, and feathers to create unique and eye-catching pieces. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion Accessories:** Opportunity for designers to experiment with avant garde expressionism and create bold and unique accessories. - **Jewelry Design:** Opportunity to innovate and create intricate and unconventional ring collections. - **Mixed Material Arts and Crafts:** Opportunity to explore creativity and design by combining different materials in jewelry making. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Bug-Inspired Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/murder-hornet-ring.md) - [Japan-Inspired Wearable Watch Rings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stasto-stand-stones.md) - [Stunning Organic-Inspired Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/organicinspired-jewelry.md) - [Gem-Studded Songwriter Rings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bandana-royale.md) - [Bread-Encrusted Gemstone Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rising-collection.md) - [Brick Toy-Inspired Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-gogo.md) - [Gold-Tonal Ring Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crw001g9jr.md) - [Handcrafted Jewelry Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pretty-weird.md) - [Extravagant Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shapes-of-extraleganza.md)