# Snakeskin Waistlines The Luxirare Dress and Clutch Features Untreated Skins of Snakes By gizfactory | Published 2011-04-11 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snake-skin-clutch-dress References: [luxirare](http://luxirare.com/snakewrap/) & [gizfactory](http://gizfactory.com/article/snakewrap-belt-and-clutch-by-luxirare/) This Luxirare dress and clutch is embellished with [untreated snakeskin](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tokio-cazador), which essentially puts the carnivorous reptile carcass at the forefront of a courageous fashionista's outfit. The designer did not make any changes to the snakeskin before adding it to the dress; this choice ensures that the shiny natural properties of the snake's hide remain untouched. The snakeskin is placed on [white leather](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snakeskin-colorway-3) and sewn to the Luxirare dress for added structure. This [snakeskin clutch](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moschino-clutch) and dress by Luxirare look downright amazing, but I can't help but wonder how many snakes are going to be killed to create this beautiful dress. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 78% | Activity: 61% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Sustainable Fashion:** Creating fashion pieces using untreated snakeskin raises questions about the ethical and sustainable practices within the fashion industry. - **Animal-inspired Materials:** The use of snakeskin in fashion opens up opportunities for designers to explore other animal-influenced materials and textures. - **Natural Luxury:** Embracing the natural properties of materials like snakeskin creates a sense of luxury and uniqueness in fashion. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can incorporate sustainable practices and alternative materials to meet the demand for unique and ethical fashion pieces. - **Luxury Goods:** Using untreated snakeskin in luxury accessories, such as clutches and handbags, allows for the creation of exclusive and high-end products. - **Material Innovation:** The use of untreated snakeskin in fashion can drive innovation in material development, exploring new ways to utilize animal skins in a sustainable and ethical manner. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Traditional Iconography Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ophidian-mini-bag-collection.md) - [Dramatically Shaped Luxe Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reptile-sneaker.md) - [Lunar New-Year Luxury Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/year-of-the-snake-collection.md) - [Animal-Inspired Patterned Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snakeskin-colorway-2.md) - [Dramatically Luxurious Leather Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crocodile-leather-jacket.md) - [Zodiac Snakeskin-Finished Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dr-martens-year-of-the-snake.md) - [LNY-Inspired Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vivienne-westwoods-lunar-new-year.md) - [Stylish Snakeskin Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/python-sambas.md) - [Dynamic Pointed Luxe Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reptile-sneaker-1.md)