# Deceptive Pen Accessories The Margiela ‘Pretend Brooches' Fool Observers By Jordy E | Published 2012-03-10 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pretend-brooches References: [porvocacao](https://www.porvocacao.com/shop/brands/maison-martin-margiela/) & [maisonmartinmargiela](http://www.maisonmartinmargiela.com/) Maison Martin [Margiela](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lunettes-6-noires) has come up with a fashionably deceptive ploy known as the ‘Pretend Brooches.’ If they so wish, men can now forgo accessorizing. As a complement to pocketed blazers, t-shirts and sweaters, the Margiela clip-on ornaments have stepped in just in time to provide the illusion of hanging sunglasses and [sleek steel pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sterling-silver-penis-pen). By playing up fashion items frequently suspended by harbingers, the Margiela house has solidified its aptitude for thinking outside of the box. While it is true that males often do display their trinkets, few have conceived of this statement as design-worthy. The [Rayban Pretend Brooch](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gentle-monster-7) is arguably the most appealing of the lot. Though the shades are a considerable investment, the same authentic look can be replicated by sporting a bluffing brooch, and no one would be the wiser. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.9/10 - Popularity: 40% | Activity: 9% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Fashion for Men](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashionformen) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Deceptive Accessories:** Designing accessories that can deceive people such as the Margiela 'Pretend Brooches' can become a new trend in the fashion industry. - **Clip-on Accessories:** The Margiela 'Pretend Brooches' have opened up the opportunity for designing more clip-on accessories that can complement various garments. - **Design-worthy Statement Pieces:** The Margiela 'Pretend Brooches' have set a new trend for creating design-worthy statement pieces that offer a deceptive and aesthetic value simultaneously. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can adopt the trend of deceptive accessories to create innovative and unique pieces that combine fashion and function. - **Eyewear:** Eyewear industry can develop more clip-on products that offer a deceptive value similar to the Margiela 'Pretend Brooches'. - **Stationery:** The stationery industry can explore the possibility of creating clip-on products such as pens that merge design and functionality in a new way. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Jewelry-Like Handbag Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elegant-hook-options.md) - [Luxurious Eyewear Releases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gentle-monster-6.md) - [Practical Stylish Foldable Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/editions-pliables.md) - [Playful Spring-Forward Statements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marc-jacobs-charm-collection.md) - [Studded Belt-Made Dynamic Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/replica-suit.md) - [Freestanding Metallic Eyewear Holders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eyewear-stand.md) - [Multi-Wear Hair Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/truss-series-shippou.md) - [Masculine Fashion House Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/les-gastons-vuitton-collection.md) - [Consciously Cool Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-art-of-adornment.md)