# Sculptural Minimalist Jewelry Bande des Quatres' Minimal Jewelry Collection is Influenced by Art By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2014-10-02 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimal-jewelry References: [design-milk](http://design-milk.com/bande-des-quatres-launches-minimalists-collection-iv/) & [bandedesquatres](http://bandedesquatres.com/minimalists) Collection IV is a [minimal jewelry collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-mothers-day-collection) by Bande des Quatres that takes inspiration from artists who use minimalism in their work, including Alexander Calder, Sol LeWitt and Ellsworth Kelly. The collection is all handmade and features a lot of rubber in the necklaces and bracelet shapes. The collection features a series of [rings, earrings, bracelets and necklaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/statement-bangle-collection) in fairly regular geometric shapes, as well as some that are more free-flowing and organic. The [simple, striking jewelry pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/le-damier-fine-jewelry) don't make use of a lot of color, but the intriguing shapes are more than enough to catch your eye. The collection is presented alongside some of the shapes that inspired the jewelry, making each accessory seem like a masterpiece. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 49% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: Europe ## 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 - **Minimalist Jewelry:** There is a growing trend in the jewelry industry towards minimalist designs that feature simple, striking shapes. - **Handmade Jewelry:** The demand for handmade jewelry is on the rise as consumers seek unique and personalized pieces. - **Influenced by Art:** Art-inspired jewelry collections are becoming popular, allowing individuals to wear wearable art pieces. ### Where This Applies - **Jewelry Industry:** The jewelry industry can capitalize on the trend towards minimalist designs and art-inspired collections by creating unique pieces that cater to the evolving preferences of consumers. - **Handmade Crafts:** The handmade crafts industry has the opportunity to thrive as more consumers appreciate the craftsmanship and individuality offered by handmade jewelry. - **Art and Fashion:** The intersection of art and fashion presents an opportunity for collaboration, allowing artists to create wearable art pieces that appeal to both art enthusiasts and fashion-forward individuals. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Organically Shaped Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/levitas.md) - [Stunning Organic-Inspired Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/organicinspired-jewelry.md) - [Wearable Sculptural Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3dtcable-collection.md) - [Consciously Cool Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-art-of-adornment.md) - [Minimalist Jewelry Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barebone.md) - [Travel-Inspired Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dean-davidsons-nomad-collection.md) - [Stunningly Minimalist Jewelry Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-mothers-day-collection.md) - [Equilibrium-Evoking High Jewelry Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/high-jewelry-collections1.md) - [Extravagant Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shapes-of-extraleganza.md)