# Fractured Wood Jewelry Manufract by Marcel Dunger is Inspired by Tree's Self-Healing Powers By Meghan Young | Published 2014-10-27 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wood-jewelry References: [fubiz.net](http://www.fubiz.net/en/2014/10/24/manufracts-jewellery/) & [shop.dunger-design.de](http://shop.dunger-design.de/) The fractured wood jewelry of Marcel Dunger, a designer based in Germany, is much more inspired than fashionable, an impression people might not get at first glance. The line of wood jewelry takes after a tree's ability to heal itself. The fragmented material is softened around the edges thanks to the use of [natural resin](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marbella-club-x-daniela-villegas), which adds a high fashion quality to each piece. Dubbed Manufract, the fractured wood jewelry take on the form of [chic pendants, earrings and rings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/judy-carter). The cedar materials are continued in transparent blues and pinks and secured to golden chains and fasteners that give them even more of a luxe finish. Made by hand, the wood jewelry would make accessories for the spring and summer. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.6/10 - Popularity: 71% | Activity: 90% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## 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 - **Fractured Wood Jewelry:** The trend of using natural materials, such as fragmented wood and resin, is continuing to rise in the jewelry industry. - **Handcrafted Accessories:** Consumers are showing a growing interest in unique, one-of-a-kind handcrafted accessories that showcase artisanal skills and natural materials. - **Sustainable Luxury:** The trend of eco-friendly and sustainable luxury continues to gain traction in the fashion industry, creating opportunities for brands to introduce environmentally conscious products. ### Where This Applies - **Jewelry:** The jewelry industry has an opportunity to embrace sustainable materials and handcrafted designs in order to appeal to environmentally conscious consumers. - **Fashion:** The fashion industry has an opportunity to incorporate natural and sustainable materials into their products to promote environmental sustainability and cater to conscious consumer preferences. - **Artisanal Products:** The artisanal products industry can leverage sustainable materials, such as fractured wood and natural resin, to create unique and high-quality handcrafted products that appeal to consumers seeking one-of-a-kind accessories. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dynamic Bold Statement Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chiyu.md) - [Stunning Organic-Inspired Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/organicinspired-jewelry.md) - [Handcrafted Jewelry Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pretty-weird.md) - [Repurposed Wooden Vessels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/darren-appiagyei.md) - [Untamed Nature-Inspired Jewelry Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/untamed-nature.md) - [Wearable Sculptural Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3dtcable-collection.md) - [Felled Tree Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ptacek-home-chunk-line.md) - [Durable Handmade Jewelry Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/durable-handmade-jewelry.md) - [Bread-Encrusted Gemstone Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rising-collection.md)