# Toy-Inspired Jewelry Mariko Kusumoto Designs Accessories Based on Playful Childhood Memories By Meghan Young | Published 2016-05-13 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mariko-kusumoto References: [mymodernmet](http://www.mymodernmet.com/profiles/blogs/mariko-kusumoto-wearable-fiber) & [marikokusumoto](http://www.marikokusumoto.com/) The work of Mariko Kusumoto is quite [playful](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/afterglow-1) -- and for good reason. Each piece is inspired by the childhood memory of toys packaged in small plastic containers, like the ones out of vending machines. Of course, Mariko Kusumoto's designs are much more sophisticated, if not less fun. With a ton of bright colors and fun little figurines inside, they will bring out the kid in anyone. Essentially, each necklace and broach is made up of these orbs, creating a [statement piece](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chiyu) especially great for special events. This is an interesting dichotomy that many women will appreciate. After all, fashion can be a stuffy affair at times. Even Mariko Kusumoto herself describes her work as "surreal, amusing, graceful or unexpected," all qualities true style icons would love to incorporate in their wardrobes. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.0/10 - Popularity: 88% | Activity: 84% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/jewelry) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Toy-inspired Accessories:** Opportunity for creating fashion accessories that combine childhood nostalgia with sophistication. - **Playful Statement Pieces:** Chance to design bold and colorful accessories that make a statement at special events. - **Surreal Fashion:** Potential to explore surreal, amusing, and unexpected elements in fashion design. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion and Accessories:** Opportunity for fashion designers to incorporate toy-inspired elements into their accessory lines. - **Event Planning and Styling:** Chance to provide unique and eye-catching accessories as statement pieces for special events. - **Art and Design:** Potential to explore surreal and playful elements in artistic and design creations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Brick Toy-Inspired Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-gogo.md) - [Tiny Toy-Inspired Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polly-pocket-pool-party-collection.md) - [Doll-Inspired Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barbie-professions-collection.md) - [Doll-Inspired Pocket-Sized Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polly-pocket-x-alex-and-ani.md) - [Handcrafted Jewelry Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pretty-weird.md) - [Dynamic Bold Statement Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chiyu.md) - [Enchanting Classic-Animation-Inspired Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/girls-crew.md) - [Toy-Inspired Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-wheels-x-alex-and-ani.md) - [Playful Anime Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pokmon-capsule-collection.md)