# Vintage Tie Accessories Lilian Asterfield by Nicole Deponte is Made From Odds and Ends By Meghan Young | Published 2011-02-08 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lilian-asterfield References: [coolhunting](http://www.coolhunting.com/style/lilian-asterfie.php) & [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/shop/lilianasterfield?section_id=6227470) If you're looking for a [unique accessory](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rocknot), look no further than the Lilian Asterfield collection. These [rosette brooch bursts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pretty-weird) are made from up-cycled vintage men's ties that add just the right amount of color and texture to your outfit. Designed by Boston-based fashion designer Nicole Deponte, Lilian Asterfield collection is also comprised of [scarves, hats and headbands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/t3-x-lelet-ny), but it is these brooches that stand out the most. Priced at $25 each, they are retro yet modern. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 33% | Activity: 28% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Vintage Fashion Accessories:** Creating stylish accessories from upcycling vintage fashion pieces presents an opportunity for sustainable fashion and unique design. - **Eco-friendly Fashion:** The use of vintage materials for fashion accessories creates an eco-friendly alternative for consumers concerned with sustainable fashion trends. - **Textile Upcycling:** There is an increasing demand for upcycling textiles to create unique and sustainable fashion pieces through companies like Lilian Asterfield. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion and Design:** Fashion and design industries can explore the use of upcycling vintage materials to create eco-friendly and unique designs like Lilian Asterfield. - **Eco-friendly Consumer Goods:** Consumer goods industries can benefit from the opportunity to incorporate upcycling practices into product offerings, particularly in the fashion industry. - **Sustainability and Environmentalism:** The growing demand for eco-friendly fashion and sustainability creates opportunities for companies to innovate environmentally conscious products that utilize upcycling textiles like Lilian Asterfield. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Minimalist Bridal Accessories Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bridal-accessories-collection.md) - [Unique Elevated Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highdive.md) - [Vintage-Inspired Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintageinspired-jewelry.md) - [Hotel-Inspired Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alexis-bittar-the-st-regis-new-york.md) - [Consciously Cool Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-art-of-adornment.md) - [Whimsical Doll-Inspired Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pidgin.md) - [Stunning Dried Flower Arrangements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/east-olivia.md) - [Glamorous Party-Ready Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/statement-bags.md) - [Multi-Wear Hair Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/truss-series-shippou.md)