# Mineral-Inspired Adornments MELM Design Rings are Infinitely Stylish By Erin Kirkpatrick | Published 2012-06-06 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/melm-design-rings References: [halcyonstate](http://www.halcyonstate.com/collections/accessories/products/melm-design-silver-double-termination-ring) & [halcyonstate](http://www.halcyonstate.com/collections/vendors?q=MELM) The MELM Design Rings boast magnificently [metallic exteriors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/through-chrome-reflections) and high-quality construction. Despite the fact that these pieces have a rugged exterior they are surprisingly chic and feminine jewelry pieces. The creative mind and designer behind MELM Design and these delightful rings is Melbourne-based artist Melissa Matveyeff. Each of Matveyeff's fallen star-inspired creations are cast in a choice of silver or bronze. The rings are then [hand-painted with a oxidsation agent](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pretty-weird), which is intended to emphasize the unique crystal shapes and formation common in metals. All of Matveyeff's jewelry pieces have a raw, rugged and solid appeal to them that reinforce their high quality. These metallic materials, thanks to Matveyeff's artistic nature and creative eye, contrast beautifully with these femininely beautiful mineral-inspired trinkets. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 59% | Activity: 66% | 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Mineral-inspired Jewelry:** Jewelry designs that draw inspiration from minerals and crystals. - **Handcrafted Jewelry:** Jewelry pieces that are made by hand, emphasizing uniqueness and quality. - **Oxidation Finishes:** Jewelry pieces that incorporate chemical oxidation to create unique finishes and textures. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** Fashion brands that can incorporate mineral-inspired jewelry designs into their collections for a unique and trendy accessory option. - **Jewelry:** Jewelry companies that focus on handcrafted pieces and unique finishes such as oxidation could differentiate themselves in the market by incorporating these trends. - **Crafts:** The craft industry can utilize the trend of mineral-inspired jewelry by offering workshops and classes to create custom pieces for customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Plant-Mined Metal Rings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/h2er.md) - [Timeless Mocha-Mousse-Inspired Rings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cove-fine-jewelry.md) - [Bold Handmade Jewelry Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holst-lee.md) - [Stunning Organic-Inspired Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/organicinspired-jewelry.md) - [Consciously Cool Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-art-of-adornment.md) - [Bread-Encrusted Gemstone Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rising-collection.md) - [Bug-Inspired Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/murder-hornet-ring.md) - [Organically Shaped Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/levitas.md) - [Confectionery-Inspired Ring Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brilliant-earth.md)