# Religious Rocker Accessories Kelly McAllister's Come as You Are Collection Features Cross Motifs By Jana Pijak | Published 2014-06-11 | Marketing Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kelly-mcallister References: [notjustalabel](http://www.notjustalabel.com/kellymcallisterjewellery) & [notjustalabel](http://www.notjustalabel.com) Kelly McAllister's graduate collection looks to religious iconography for its visual inspiration, Fusing chains, feathers and fur, the designer creates [edgy rocker accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mikimoto-x-chrome-hearts) that defy tradition. McAllister is based in the United Kingdom and is a graduate from [Gray's School Of Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uggbraid-clog-collection) - The Robert Gordon University where she learned to perfect her jewelry making craft. Kelly McAllister's graduate collection, entitled "Come as your are" features a heavy use of cross pendants, spikes, studs and leather pieces. These eye-catching accents are definitive of the designer's love for 'religious imagery, grunge glamour and edgy rock and roll styles'. A nod to the punk styles of the 70s and 80s, this collection fits right in with fashion's current occult obsession. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 27% | 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) > [Marketing](https://www.trendhunter.com/marketing) > [Print](https://www.trendhunter.com/print) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Religious Iconography:** Exploring the use of religious iconography in fashion accessories, there is an opportunity to create bold and edgy designs that defy tradition. - **Grunge Glamour:** Infusing grunge glamour into accessories, designers can create unique and eye-catching pieces that capture the essence of rebellious style. - **Occult Obsession:** Taking advantage of fashion's current fascination with the occult, there is an opportunity to incorporate mystical elements into accessory designs. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Accessories:** Designers in the fashion accessories industry can leverage religious iconography, grunge glamour, and the occult trend to create innovative and distinctive products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Consciously Cool Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-art-of-adornment.md) - [Customizable Statement Accessory Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rocknot.md) - [Influencer Body Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spencers-1.md) - [Vintage-Inspired Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintageinspired-jewelry.md) - [Metal Band-Inspired Merchandise](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sleep-token.md) - [Handcrafted Jewelry Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pretty-weird.md) - [Recycled Metal Jewellery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recycled-metal-jewellery-reformation-x-clair-waight-keller-create-a-limited.md) - [Iconic Band Apparel Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freaks-store-2.md) - [Punk Rock-Informed Fall Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superculture-collection.md)