# Animalesque Ear Extensions The Kawamura-Ganjavian 'Earshell' Continues the Sensory Series By Meghan Young | Published 2010-03-11 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kawamura-ganjavian-earshell References: [core77](http://www.core77.com/blog/object_culture/earshell_by_kawamura-ganjavian_16127.asp) & [studio-kg](http://www.studio-kg.com/earshell/) Hot on the heels of the '[Eat With Your Fingers](http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eating-with-your-fingers-finger-food-made-cool)' and '[Scenter](http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kawamura-ganjavian-scenter),' the Kawamura-Ganjavian 'Earshell' creation expands the designer's sensory series to hearing. Definitely more quirky than the finger utensils and certainly 'Scenter,' the Kawamura-Ganjavian 'Earshell' is [part jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-slac), part [hearing amplifier](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheero-kikiyasu-hearing-amplifier). According to the designer, it is specifically created to "improve our listening of music or opera." Would you rock it at a concert or theater performance? ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 61% | Activity: 49% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Sensory Series Fashion:** Designers can tap into growing consumer curiosity for fashion that enhances hearing, sight, or smell. - **Multipurpose Accessories:** Brands can cater to consumers who appreciate accessories that offer multiple functionalities and add a touch of personality to their style. - **Amplification Technology:** Companies can explore the potential of wearable technology to enhance senses such as hearing without compromising style and comfort. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** Designers can experiment with offering multi-functional accessories that cater to the wearer's personal style. - **Technology:** Companies can develop innovative and comfortable wearable technologies designed to enhance the user's sensory experience. - **Entertainment:** Event organizers can incorporate fashion that enhances sensory experiences in their concert and theater productions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Fashion-Forward Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/openear-earbud-concept.md) - [Stylish Jewelry-Inspired Earplugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jing-designer-earplugs.md) - [Sculptural Earbud Statement](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balenciaga-sculptural-earbuds.md) - [Crystal-Embellished Earwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swarovski-x-loop.md) - [Fashion-Forward Audio Earrings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peripherii-priamble.md) - [Attention-Grabbing Hearing Aids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/overtone-hearing-aid.md) - [Crystal Earwear Earplugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/experience2.md) - [Customizable Earbud-Like Earplugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hear-hush-hoops.md) - [Ergonomic Hearing Aid Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/claro-hearing-aid.md)