# Native-Inspired Necklaces The Miju 'Manha' Collection is Culturally Stunning By Meghan Young | Published 2010-11-25 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miju-manha References: [coolhunting](http://www.coolhunting.com/style/miju-manha-coll.php) & [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/shop/MijuAndYou?ref=seller_info) The Miju 'Manha' collection is an assortment of [laser-cut wood necklaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dior-necklace) for the fall/winter season. Clearly inspired for the Native American culture, it is a [beautiful line of jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/s-carter-designs) featuring [unique designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wonders-of-nature). Created by Montreal-based founders Mike Giles and Judy Lawrence, the Miju 'Manha' collection uses walnut wood in particular. With 11 unique pieces, the collection is priced between $36 to $42. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 19% | Activity: 21% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Laser-cut Wood Jewelry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore new materials and techniques for laser-cut jewelry designs. - **Cultural-inspired Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate various cultural influences into fashion designs for a unique and diverse product offering. - **Affordable Luxury Jewelry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create high-quality jewelry pieces at affordable prices, making luxury accessible to a wider audience. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate traditional craftsmanship with modern design elements to create unique fashion accessories. - **Woodworking:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore laser-cutting technology and innovative woodwork techniques for creating intricate and customizable designs. - **Jewelry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Experiment with different materials and cultural inspirations to develop jewelry collections that stand out in the market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Travel-Inspired Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dean-davidsons-nomad-collection.md) - [Stunning Organic-Inspired Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/organicinspired-jewelry.md) - [Recycled Gold Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recycled-gold-jewelry.md) - [Beachy Shell Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tuckernuck.md) - [Good Fortune Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/astrid-miyu-lucky-charm-collection.md) - [Painter-Themed Charm Necklaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/day-at-the-museum.md) - [Durable Handmade Jewelry Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/durable-handmade-jewelry.md) - [Delicate Jewelry Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alhambra-collection.md) - [Feminine Graceful Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sarahbijoux.md)