# Tangled Tress Jewelry The Kerry Howley Hair Necklaces are Creepily Creative By Olivia123 | Published 2011-07-03 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kerry-howley References: [odditycentral](http://www.odditycentral.com/news/art-student-creates-hair-raising-necklaces-from-human-hair.html#more-25377) & [starmanner](http://starmanner.com/unique-handmade-necklace-made-of-human-hair-by-kerry-howley/) She may not tease or hairspray, but there's no doubt that Kerry Howley is a skilled [hair stylist](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clementine-grove). UK-based art student Kerry Howley is 23 years old and has made a name for herself with her hairy creations. Howley wanted to explore people's attachment to their hair, and decided to create [collars made entirely out of it](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kustaa-saksi1). She used cut hair from a family friend and spent an astonishing 60 hours on each delicate piece. Using small blades, she weaved the hairs into [intricate shapes and patterns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handcrafted-flower-crown). The magnificent mane-wear is highly detailed and divine. The pieces almost resemble henna tattoos with their thin lined patterns. Kerry Howley is a hairdressing diva. **Implications** - Consumers are constantly seeking products that have unique designs or materials; these allow them to stand apart from the crowd and become a mode of self-expression in their own right. Companies can manufacture products with these atypical qualities to appeal to creative consumers. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.0/10 - Popularity: 84% | Activity: 87% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hair](https://www.trendhunter.com/hair) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Hair-based Fashion:** Kerry Howley's hair necklaces demonstrate a growing interest in wearable hair-based accessories and clothing. - **Craftsmanship and Attention to Detail:** Howley's 60 hours spent on each necklace highlight consumers' appreciation for handmade, detailed products. - **Unconventional Materials:** Using hair in jewelry showcases the potential for companies to experiment with unique and unexpected materials in their products. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can incorporate hair-based accessories and clothing into their collections, presenting a new trend for the more daring fashionistas. - **Art:** Contemporary art and wearable art market shows a promising demand for handmade crafts, which offers disruptive innovation opportunities for outsider artists. - **Design:** Product designers can turn to unconventional materials to create standout products that attract consumers looking for originality and uniqueness. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Handcrafted Jewelry Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pretty-weird.md) - [Hair-Reusing Fabric Companies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dutch-startup.md) - [Wearable Sculptural Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3dtcable-collection.md) - [Bold Handmade Jewelry Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holst-lee.md) - [Hair Gem Stylers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gem-pen.md) - [Bug-Inspired Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/murder-hornet-ring.md) - [Multi-Wear Hair Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/truss-series-shippou.md) - [Grass Root-Made Sculptural Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rootfull.md) - [Charming Hair Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clementine-grove.md)