# Medieval Men's Accessories The Yohji Yamamoto Phantom Line Draws on the Gothic Middle Ages By Corinne Guirgis | Published 2015-05-29 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yohji-yamamoto-phantom References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2015/5/gothic-yohji-yamamoto-2015-fall-winter-phantom-accessories-collection) & [highsnobiety](http://www.highsnobiety.com/2014/09/22/highsnobiety-magazine-issue-09-featuring-yohji-yamamoto-rick-owens-scott-campbell-and-more/) Summer is about to get scary with the [Yohji](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wildside-yohji-yamamoto-x-tradmans-bonsai) Yamamoto Phantom accessories collection for men. The line, which draws on iconic traits from gothic culture of mid-century Europe is a play on the popularity of [vampire culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vampire-slayer-collection). Gone are the days that fangs, spikes and crosses were reserved for a certain breed of reckless devil worshiping youth. The famed men's designer, who just last year covered [Highsnobiety Magazine's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-balances-tech-explosion) Fall issue is known for his dark, eclectic twist on basic colors and fashions. Comprised of fangs, pendants, spike necklaces, crosses, and snake-shaped belt buckles, the collection's intricate details inspired by Parisian gothic architecture make the collection accessible to a wider audience of fashion risk takers. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 55% | Activity: 55% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## 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 - **Gothic-inspired Accessories:** Opportunity for designers to create unique accessories inspired by gothic architecture and culture. - **Vampire Culture Fashion:** Opportunity for designers to capitalize on the popularity of vampire culture through fashion, specifically accessories. - **Dark Eclectic Twist on Basic Fashion:** Opportunity for designers to experiment with adding a dark, eclectic twist to basic fashion staples like colors and accessories. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** Fashion designers and accessory makers can design unique accessories inspired by gothic culture and architecture and capitalize on the popularity of vampire culture. - **Jewelry:** Jewelry makers can create distinct pieces inspired by Parisian gothic architecture and the mid-century Europe gothic culture. - **Cosmetics:** Cosmetics companies can create makeup and other products that complement the Yohji Yamamoto Phantom collection's dark and gothic-inspired style. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Reconstructive Streetwear Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ys-for-men-x-masses.md) - [Masculine Fashion House Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/les-gastons-vuitton-collection.md) - [Bold Anime-Inspired Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/geeks-rule-hellsing.md) - [Rugged Modern Holiday Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diesel-3.md) - [Dark Collab Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/midnightblack-collection.md) - [Experimental Fall Wardrobe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khaotique-noir.md) - [Villain-Inspired Graphic Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saint-mxxxxxx.md) - [Monster-Adorned Capsule Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/capsule-collections.md) - [Holiday-Inspired Evening Wear Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcqueen-holiday-2025.md)