# Snake Vertebrae Jewelry Taxidermy-Inspired Bracelets Use Real Body Parts of Repitiles By Cowbag | Published 2009-03-14 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snake-vertebrae-jewelry-taxidermy-inspired-bracelets References: [astali](http://www.astali.com/collections/jack-astali/snake-vertebrae-bracelet-on-bronze-leather) This collection called 'Jack' from Astali is a [jewelry collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/organicinspired-jewelry) made mainly from snake vertebrae. There are bracelets, earrings and necklaces in this range, which are one stop short of taxidermy. If you're invited to dinner with someone with a debilitating fear of snakes, this line might not be perfect for you. For someone whose interests lean towards the [unusual and quirky](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pretty-weird), however, they're certainly worth a look. **Implications** - Jewelry companies have to maintain a unique selling point that sets them aside from similarly designed pieces. By creating their line to [push the boundary of design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cyber-zombie), a company has a better chance of standing out in their category. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 14% | Activity: 55% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## 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 - **Vertebrae Jewelry:** Creating jewelry from unusual animal parts may appeal to consumers looking for unique and striking accessories. - **Taxidermy-inspired Accessories:** Designing jewelry and accessories that incorporate elements of taxidermy could appeal to consumers who are interested in the macabre and unconventional. - **Unconventional Materials:** Incorporating unconventional materials like animal bones and vertebrae into jewelry design could create a new trend for designers and consumers seeking eco-friendly and original accents. ### Where This Applies - **Jewelry Design:** Jewelry designers could utilize unique materials to differentiate their brand and create a new niche market for consumers looking for one-of-a-kind accessories. - **Taxidermy and Hunting:** Companies in the taxidermy and hunting industries could collaborate with jewelry designers to provide unique and ethically sourced animal parts to be incorporated into jewelry design. - **Fashion and Accessories:** Companies in the fashion and accessories industry could expand their offerings by creating collections that incorporate unconventional materials and appeal to consumers looking for unique and eco-friendly products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [LNY-Inspired Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vivienne-westwoods-lunar-new-year.md) - [Zodiac-Inspired Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pandoras-lunar-new-year-collection.md) - [Bug-Inspired Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/murder-hornet-ring.md) - [Symbolic Jewelry Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swarovski-lunar-new-year.md) - [Symbolic Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/protect-collection.md) - [Stunning Organic-Inspired Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/organicinspired-jewelry.md) - [Untamed Nature-Inspired Jewelry Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/untamed-nature.md) - [High-End Organic Statement Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/s-carter-designs.md) - [Haunting Fine Jewelry Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/faberge-x-beetlejuice-beetlejuice.md)