This Takashi Murakami-Inspired Fidget Spinner Was Made for J Balvin
Mary Van Puymbroeck — June 20, 2017 — Pop Culture
References: instagram & highsnobiety
Colombian reggaeton artist J Balvin has commissioned a luxury Murakami-Inspired Fidget Spinner.
Los Angeles-based jewelers IF & Co have created two flower-faced fidget spinners for the Colombian artist. Each piece is made of a mix of "18k rose gold, 18k white gold, VVS diamonds, pink sapphires, rubies, precious gemstones, and canary diamonds on an 18k gold chain." For added value and flair, these Murakami-inspired fidget spinners are meant to hang on a chain and be worn as a necklace. J Balvin wrote on his Instagram "I'm just a big kid, with nice toys," referring to the fancy spinners.
With any viral toy craze comes the customization and luxury iterations of the toy. We have already seen luxury spinners in the Massdrop x RAMA WORKS S01 Remedy Spinner and spoof Cartier fidget spinners. This custom Murakami-inspired fidget spinner highlights how deeply entrenched these distraction toys are in today's society.
Los Angeles-based jewelers IF & Co have created two flower-faced fidget spinners for the Colombian artist. Each piece is made of a mix of "18k rose gold, 18k white gold, VVS diamonds, pink sapphires, rubies, precious gemstones, and canary diamonds on an 18k gold chain." For added value and flair, these Murakami-inspired fidget spinners are meant to hang on a chain and be worn as a necklace. J Balvin wrote on his Instagram "I'm just a big kid, with nice toys," referring to the fancy spinners.
With any viral toy craze comes the customization and luxury iterations of the toy. We have already seen luxury spinners in the Massdrop x RAMA WORKS S01 Remedy Spinner and spoof Cartier fidget spinners. This custom Murakami-inspired fidget spinner highlights how deeply entrenched these distraction toys are in today's society.
Trend Themes
1. Luxury Fidget Spinners - The customization and luxury iterations of fidget spinners highlight the demand for high-end versions of popular toys.
2. Art-inspired Accessories - The creation of Murakami-inspired fidget spinners shows the trend of incorporating art into everyday accessories.
3. Toy Personalization - The customization of fidget spinners reflects the desire for unique and personalized toys.
Industry Implications
1. Jewelry - Jewelers can tap into the market by creating luxury fidget spinners adorned with precious gemstones and metals.
2. Fashion - Fashion brands can collaborate with artists to create art-inspired accessories like Murakami-inspired fidget spinners.
3. Toy Manufacturing - Toy manufacturers can offer customization options for fidget spinners to cater to the demand for personalized toys.
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