# Tough Tribal-Inspired Trinkets The Lizzie Fortunato Spring 2012 Collection is Exotic and Edgy By Souzan Michael | Published 2011-10-26 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lizzie-fortunato-spring-2012 References: [fashionologie](http://www.fashionologie.com/Lizzie-Fortunato-Jewels-Spring-2012-20129743) & [lizziefortunatojewels](http://lizziefortunatojewels.com/) There is no look that translates itself from season to season more effortlessly than tribal, and the Lizzie Fortunato Spring 2012 jewelry collection perfectly demonstrates how easy the pieces are to wear. From the [studded jewels mixed with autumn-hued beads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wonders-of-nature) to the use of wood in the collection, the designer was influenced by "mid-century American architecture," as were design houses Proenza Schouler and Derek Lam, according to Fashionologie. Fortunato's favorite pieces from the collection are "the result of her collaboration with Arthur Kemelman, a woodworker from Israel who hand-carved a necklace and bracelet and then painted them with gold leaf." She says, "Each piece of wood is unique...and the result is exquisite." Check out the Lizzie Fortunato Spring 2012 collection for some gorgeous [tribal inspiration](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/messika). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.8/10 - Popularity: 99% | Activity: 96% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/jewelry) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Tribal-inspired Jewelry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore sustainable materials and craftsmanship techniques to create unique tribal-inspired jewelry pieces. - **Wooden Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine traditional woodworking with contemporary designs to create wooden accessories that are both stylish and eco-friendly. - **Mid-century Influences:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Infuse mid-century design elements into various products, such as fashion, home decor, and furniture, to create a modern twist on a classic aesthetic. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion Jewelry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Utilize sustainable materials and experimental designs to create unique and eco-friendly fashion jewelry pieces. - **Woodworking:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative woodworking techniques and technologies to create intricate and personalized wooden accessories. - **Interior Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate mid-century design influences into interior design concepts and furniture manufacturing processes to create stylish and nostalgic spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Travel-Inspired Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dean-davidsons-nomad-collection.md) - [Consciously Cool Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-art-of-adornment.md) - [Western-Inspired Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frye-x-aurate.md) - [Untamed Nature-Inspired Jewelry Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/untamed-nature.md) - [Good Fortune Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/astrid-miyu-lucky-charm-collection.md) - [Fashion Jewelry Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sylvia-toledano.md) - [Summer-Inspired High-End Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sol-collection.md) - [Vintage-Inspired Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintageinspired-jewelry.md) - [Elegant Summer Jewelry Selections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gurhan-selections.md)