# Hedgehog-Inspired Headdresses Maiko Takeda's Headdresses are Atmospheric and Out Of This World By Thomas Wade-West | Published 2013-10-04 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maiko-takedas References: [spoon-tamago](http://www.spoon-tamago.com/2013/09/30/atmospheric-reentry-otherworldly-headdresses-by-maiko-takeda/) Maiko Takeda's [milliner and jeweler](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pretty-weird) experience has helped in creating a series of "otherworldly" headdresses that are extravagant and very pointy-looking. These headdresses are all hand-made by Takeda herself. The final pieces were inspired to create "surreal, subtle dramas around the person wearing my pieces and the people near them" -- in other words, to elicit some sort of response. She also notes that her work is very fast-paced because the actors are often sweating as the headdresses are prepared. These works mainly include headdresses, but also seem to include some sort of glove. The actual process requires [hand-cutting pointy shapes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saori-matsushita), then attaching them piece by piece to a larger structure that is then worn by the actor. More of Maiko Takeda's works can be seen on her personal website. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 51% | Activity: 56% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Surreal Headdresses:** There is an opportunity for designers to create surreal headdresses that elicit strong emotional responses and create a dramatic atmosphere. - **Hand-made Jewelry:** The trend of hand-made jewelry allows for unique and intricate designs to be created, catering to individuals looking for one-of-a-kind pieces. - **Fast-paced Millinery:** Creating headdresses in a fast-paced environment presents an opportunity to develop innovative techniques and materials that can withstand sweat and movement. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion Design:** The fashion design industry can explore the trend of surreal headdresses and create avant-garde collections that push the boundaries of traditional headwear. - **Jewelry Making:** The jewelry making industry can tap into the demand for hand-made jewelry and capitalize on the desire for personalized, artisanal pieces. - **Performing Arts:** In the performing arts industry, there is a need for fast-paced millinery techniques that can incorporate durable materials to create visually striking and practical headdresses for actors. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Avant-Garde Radish Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/radish-hat.md) - [Bread-Themed Fascinators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bread-hat.md) - [Futuristic Headgear Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moonveil-collection.md) - [Grass Root-Made Sculptural Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rootfull.md) - [Wild Animal-Decorated Gowns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/schiaparelli-lion-head.md) - [Kimono-Inspired Lighting Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/haori-light.md) - [Handcrafted Flower Crown Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handcrafted-flower-crown.md) - [Scallop Shell-Constructed Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shellmet.md) - [Sculptural Knitted Objects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculptural-knitted-objects.md)