# Delicate Skeletal Necklaces Miyu Decay's Bat Skeleton Necklace is Eerie and Charming By Sophia Pelka | Published 2012-01-19 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miyu-decay References: [hautemacabre](http://hautemacabre.com/2012/01/miyu-decay/) & [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/people/MiyuDecayv) Miyu Decay renders this delicate [sterling silver bat skeleton necklace](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disney-halloween-jewelry), befit for the dainty or the daring. The skeleton necklace was created in meticulous detail, rendered to the approximate size of an actual fruit bat. Using a combination of casting and hand-forging, artist and designer Stephanie Inagaki replicated the [delicate bones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alhambra-collection) of the fruit bat inspired by the dark themes of the Old World. The designer stresses that though an accessory, the necklace is in fact a [work of art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3dtcable-collection). The piece is creepy, yet endearingly elegant. Adorning a collar bone or the nape of the neck, the piece of jewelry sits like a pet. It's a perfect addition to any formal fashion that needs character. Made to order, the exquisitely detailed necklace takes up to four or five weeks to recreate. At $9,000 a piece, this luxurious accessory is a treasure. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.7/10 - Popularity: 97% | Activity: 96% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Delicate Skeletal Jewelry:** There is a growing trend of delicate jewelry inspired by skeletal designs, offering a unique and edgy aesthetic. - **Artisanal Handcrafted Accessories:** The popularity of handmade and meticulously crafted accessories is on the rise, presenting opportunities for artisan designers and small businesses. - **Luxury Statement Pieces:** High-end, extravagant accessories like the $9,000 bat skeleton necklace cater to consumers looking for bold and exclusive fashion items. ### Where This Applies - **Jewelry Design:** Jewelry designers can explore the trend of delicate skeletal jewelry to create unique and captivating pieces for customers seeking distinctive aesthetics. - **Art and Sculpture:** Artists and sculptors can find opportunities in creating skeleton-inspired artwork or sculptures that merge the beauty of anatomy with dark-themed aesthetics. - **Luxury Fashion:** Luxury fashion brands can tap into the demand for luxury statement pieces, offering high-end accessories that exude exclusivity and elegance. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Painter-Themed Charm Necklaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/day-at-the-museum.md) - [Bug-Inspired Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/murder-hornet-ring.md) - [Haunting Fine Jewelry Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/faberge-x-beetlejuice-beetlejuice.md) - [Limited-Edition Luxury Necklaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dior-necklace.md) - [Halloween-Themed Jewelry Charms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/halloweenthemed-jewelry-charm.md) - [Minimalist Jewelry Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barebone.md) - [Organically Shaped Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/levitas.md) - [Y2K-Inspired Flower Necklaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foufou.md) - [Romantic Statement Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/full-heart-love-link-necklace.md)