# Structured Leather Harnesses Nasty Gal's Body Harness Accessory Makes Any Ensemble More Edgy By Jana Pijak | Published 2015-06-12 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leather-harness References: [nastygal](http://www.nastygal.com/accessories-jewelry/nasty-gal-hold-up-leather-harness) While last summer saw an abundance of body chains and [bohemian jewelry pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintageinspired-jewelry), this season's hottest staple is the leather harness. Nasty Gal is not only an edgy fashion pioneers but is also one of the first carrier of the popular new accessory. Its beige leather harness is handmade out of fine quality materials and adds an edgy element to any outfit. Whether paired with jeans and a t-shirt or worn atop a fitted maxi dress, the season's hottest accessory borrows from alternative apparel and makes [leather belts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/replica-suit) more mainstream. Priced at a $120 rate, this harness is inspired by constricting accessories and is a piece that is accented with [silver metal rivets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculptural-jewelry-piece) and sculptural leather bows -- adorning each side of the item. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.8/10 - Popularity: 58% | Activity: 79% | 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) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Leather Harness Fashion:** The rise of leather harnesses as a trendy and edgy fashion accessory opens up opportunities for clothing brands to incorporate this style into their collections. - **Alternative Accessory Trend:** The popularity of leather harnesses as a mainstream accessory presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for accessory brands to create alternative and unique designs that appeal to a wider audience. - **Handmade Fashion Accessories:** The demand for handmade leather harnesses showcases the market potential for small businesses and artisans to create and sell bespoke accessories that cater to individual style preferences. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Apparel:** The fashion apparel industry can capitalize on the leather harness trend by incorporating harnesses into their clothing lines or offering the accessory as a complementary item. - **Accessory Design:** The rise in popularity of leather harnesses creates a potential market for accessory designers to create innovative and creative designs that appeal to fashion-forward consumers. - **Small Business and Artisanal Goods:** The handmade nature of leather harnesses presents an opportunity for small businesses and artisans to carve out a niche market by offering individually crafted and unique accessories. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [High-End Organic Statement Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/s-carter-designs.md) - [Customizable Statement Accessory Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rocknot.md) - [Sleek Western Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/naked-wolfes-stark-boot.md) - [Studded Belt-Made Dynamic Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/replica-suit.md) - [Vintage-Inspired Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintageinspired-jewelry.md) - [Bold Handmade Jewelry Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holst-lee.md) - [Architectural Leather Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rudsaks-cassie-sb.md) - [Stylish Granola Purses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frances-valentine.md) - [Consciously Cool Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-art-of-adornment.md)