# Glimmering LEGO Accessories Max Steiner Design Transforms Bricked Toys into Fashionable Items By Matt Ho | Published 2011-07-12 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/max-steiner-design References: [ifitshipitshere.blogspot](http://ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com/2011/07/icon-bricks-are-sterling-silver-and.html) & [maxsteinerdesign](http://www.maxsteinerdesign.com/icon.php) It's no secret that [LEGO](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-ideas-led-lamp) has become quite a source of inspiration among designers and Max Steiner Design's work proves it. Max Steiner Design is a designer based out of Bushwick, Brooklyn who has blinged out a common childhood toy most have played with: LEGO. What sets this apart? The main difference is that it avoids using the real thing. While some may scoff at this idea of the lack of authenticity, I like the idea that these LEGO pieces are made from sterling silver with embedded gem stones. It gives it more of a grown-up look and you can admire the craftsmanship behind what's been created. So far Max Steiner Design has created [necklaces and cuff links](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polly-pocket-x-nadine-ghosn-collection). Hopefully other types of accessories will follow! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 72% | Activity: 42% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Blinged-out LEGO:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create high-end LEGO-inspired accessories made from luxurious materials, appealing to adults who desire a grown-up, fashionable twist on a childhood toy. - **Sterling Silver Jewelry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop a line of sterling silver jewelry embedded with gemstones, catering to consumers seeking unique and stylish accessories. - **Grown-up Toy Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design a range of sophisticated accessories, like necklaces and cuff links, inspired by childhood toys to appeal to nostalgic adults who want to express their playful side with a touch of elegance. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Fuse popular toys with fashion by creating stylish accessories, targeting fashion-conscious consumers looking for conversation-starting, playful pieces. - **Luxury Jewelry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce a luxury jewelry line that incorporates playful elements like LEGO-inspired designs, attracting affluent customers seeking unconventional yet sophisticated accessories. - **Gift and Novelty Products:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop high-quality, whimsical toys and accessories to capture the attention of gift shoppers and novelty enthusiasts, offering unique and memorable gifting options. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Antique-Style Building Block Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-ideas-led-lamp.md) - [Architecture-Inspired Legos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brooklyns-architectural-history.md) - [Building Block-Inspired Furniture Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-x-room-copenhagen.md) - [Block Puzzle Carnival Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/masquerade-mask-1.md) - [Building Block-Inspired Suitcases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-luggage.md) - [Brick Puzzle Chandeliers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/antique-chandelier.md) - [Building Block Window Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-lego-christmas-display.md) - [LEGO-Inspired Hourglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-hourglass.md) - [Playful Brick-Born Lighting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/analog-lamps-1.md)