# Ethically-Crafted Accessories Nisolo Jewelry Provides an Exceptional Product Made in a Great Way By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2015-10-31 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nisolo-jewelry References: [thegadgetflow](http://thegadgetflow.com/portfolio/elegant-jewelry-handmade-in-kenya/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/275883568/nisolo-elegant-jewelry-handmade-in-kenya?utm_source=Gadget) You might not be aware of the backstory behind some of your favorite jewelry, but Nisolo Jewelry is a lineup of products whose story you won't soon forget. Designed as an ethically conscious line, Nisolo Jewelry is all [handmade in Kenya](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handcrafted-jewelrys) and helps to create jobs that offer better wages for those who are working as hard as possible just to make ends meet. Regarding the designs themselves, the offerings from Nisolo Jewelry are exceptionally dainty and crafted from [upcycled brass](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recycled-metal-jewellery-reformation-x-clair-waight-keller-create-a-limited), as well as sustainably sourced cow and camel bones in some designs. Although inherently feminine, Nisolo Jewelry is also suitable for men depending on their individual style. Currently funding on [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perfumable-jewelry), Nisolo Jewelry has already exceeded its goal at the time of publication. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 42% | Activity: 53% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: 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 - **Ethical Jewelry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop sustainable and ethically-made jewelry products to meet the growing demand for conscious consumerism. - **Handmade Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create a platform or marketplace for handmade accessories from different cultures and regions, connecting artisans with global consumers. - **Upcycled Materials:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore innovative ways to repurpose materials and create fashionable accessories, minimizing waste and promoting sustainable fashion. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion and Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce new business models that prioritize ethical sourcing, fair trade, and sustainability in the fashion and accessories industry. - **Artisan and Craftsmanship:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Use technology to preserve and empower traditional artisan skills, supporting the growth of local communities and preserving cultural heritage. - **Crowdfunding Platforms:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop crowdfunding platforms that specifically target ethically-focused projects, connecting socially-conscious entrepreneurs with impact-driven investors. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Recycled Gold Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recycled-gold-jewelry.md) - [Consciously Cool Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-art-of-adornment.md) - [International Jewelry-Focused Digital Marketplaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jeweler-collective.md) - [Minimalist Jewelry Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barebone.md) - [Handcrafted Jewelry Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pretty-weird.md) - [Travel-Inspired Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dean-davidsons-nomad-collection.md) - [Women-Designed Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gaillard-jewelry.md) - [Durable Handmade Jewelry Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/durable-handmade-jewelry.md) - [Recycled Metal Jewellery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recycled-metal-jewellery-reformation-x-clair-waight-keller-create-a-limited.md)