# Contemporary Amor Accessories The Near The Edge Design Scene Exclusive is Metal-Infused By Jana Pijak | Published 2013-05-30 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/near-the-edge-design-scene References: [designscene.net](http://www.designscene.net/2013/05/elizabeth-evans-clara-copley.html) & [claracopley](http://www.claracopley.co.uk/) The 'Near The Edge' Design Scene exclusive editorial is captured by fashion photographer Clara Copley's lens. The striking beauty story features Nevs Models face Elizabeth Evans who is outfitted in a wardrobe of [armor-inspired garments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-nicholson-fw25) and dramatic accessory pieces. Stylist Stephanie Hirschmiller dresses the model in hand-made and avant-garde accessories and garments from the likes of Fydor Golan, Jane Bowler and Georgia Hardinge among a slew of others. Defying expectation, the 'Near The Edge' Design Scene exclusive editorial highlights [sculptural womenswear silhouettes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculptural-jewelry-piece) and [metal-made accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flaire-cos-winter-edit) that reference a style aesthetic that is reminiscent of ancient armor. The edgy editorial marries wearable garments with over-the-top jewelry and head-pieces that are a contemporary translation of historical styles. Moreover, this image series pairs its eccentric wardrobe with sultry beauty looks that vary from deep and dramatic lip-color applications to icy eyeliner looks. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 80% | Activity: 66% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/media) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Armor-inspired Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunities can be explored in creating modern armor-inspired garments and dramatic accessory pieces. - **Metal-made Accessories:** There is potential for disruptive innovation by designing contemporary metal-made accessories that reference historical styles. - **Wearable Over-the-top Jewelry:** Exploring disruptive innovation in creating wearable over-the-top jewelry that marries contemporary and historical styles. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can explore disruptive innovation by embracing the trend of armor-inspired garments and metal-made accessories. - **Jewelry:** The jewelry industry has an opportunity for disruptive innovation by designing over-the-top jewelry pieces that can be worn in everyday settings. - **Beauty:** The beauty industry can innovate by creating beauty looks that complement and enhance the edgy and dramatic aesthetic of armor-inspired fashion. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Consciously Cool Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-art-of-adornment.md) - [Contemporary Military Fashion Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ukrainian-brand-rbtnk.md) - [Holiday-Inspired Evening Wear Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcqueen-holiday-2025.md) - [Feminine Rebellion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/songs-of-siren.md) - [Statement-Making Fall Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-fall-2025.md) - [Edgy Backpack-Centric Fashion Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/at-the-edge-of-time.md) - [Tarnish-Resistant Jewelry Pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flaire-cos-winter-edit.md) - [High-End Organic Statement Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/s-carter-designs.md) - [Modern Minimalist Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-latest-summer-edit.md)