# Ethnically Embellished Accessories The Maharaja Jewelry Collection by Nicholas Liu is Eccentric By Jana Pijak | Published 2013-11-15 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nicholas-liu References: [notjustalabel](http://www.notjustalabel.com/nicholas_liu) & [notjustalabel](http://www.notjustalabel.com) Hong Kong based designer and [Royal College Of Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upcycled-tennis-footwear) graduate Nicholas Liu's latest jewelry collection is entitled 'Maharaja'. Named after the Sanskrit name for 'great king', this embellished line of [statement necklaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/virtuosity-high-jewelry) exudes an eccentrically elegant air. The decorative jewelry pieces are produced in Hong Kong and are influenced by romantic and baroque art imagery. Nicholas Liu takes these ornate inspirations and simplifies them with the clean and crisp lines of Art Deco styling. The pieces are made using clear cut stones and white gold metals. Designed with a couture sensibility in mind, the impressive 'Maharaja' jewelry line displays sparkling sophistication with an ethnic flair. The [limited edition accessory collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chanels-new-high-jewelry-collection) embraces opulence without being too over-the-top with its subtly added gemstone adornments. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.8/10 - Popularity: 68% | Activity: 69% | 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) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/jewelry) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Ethnic-inspired Jewelry:** A trend in the jewelry industry is the rise of ethnic-inspired accessories, such as the Maharaja Jewelry Collection by Nicholas Liu, which incorporates traditional elements into contemporary designs. - **Baroque-influenced Design:** Another trend in the fashion industry is the use of baroque art imagery in accessories, as seen in Nicholas Liu's Maharaja collection, showcasing the combination of ornate inspirations with Art Deco styling. - **Subtle Opulence:** A growing trend is the demand for accessories that exude sophistication with subtle embellishments, like the limited edition 'Maharaja' collection, which strikes a balance between opulence and elegance. ### Where This Applies - **Jewelry:** The jewelry industry can capitalize on the trend of ethnic-inspired accessories by creating lines that incorporate traditional elements into contemporary designs. - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can explore the trend of baroque-influenced design in accessories by incorporating ornate imagery into contemporary styles. - **Luxury Goods:** The luxury goods industry can cater to the demand for subtle opulence by creating exclusive collections that showcase sophistication through understated embellishments. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Chinese High Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hong-kong-jewelry-group.md) - [Adventure-Inspired Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/high-jewelry-collection1.md) - [Consciously Cool Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-art-of-adornment.md) - [Culturally Enriched Jewelry Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-diwali-season.md) - [Travel-Inspired Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dean-davidsons-nomad-collection.md) - [High-End Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pure-v.md) - [Extravagant Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shapes-of-extraleganza.md) - [High-End Organic Statement Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/s-carter-designs.md) - [Delicate Jewelry Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alhambra-collection.md)