# Bladed Fashion Accessories The 'YOU Are Sooo Sharp' Earrings Provide Fashionable Protection By Michael Hines | Published 2011-08-06 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/you-are-sooo-sharp-earrings References: [technabob](http://technabob.com/blog/2011/08/04/tiny-knife-earrings/) & [yougneek](http://www.yougneek.com/you-are-sooo-sharp-working-tiny-folding-knife-earrings/) I can't help but wonder if the 'YOU Are Sooo Sharp' earrings would be able to make it through airport security checkpoints. Created by You gNeek, these earrings are actually [miniature knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cuttix) that you wear in your ears. The knives are [foldable and fully functional](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tigo-nanomax) with a 9/16-inch blade made from stainless steel. The earrings are a sight to see in both their closed and open form and are one of the most [badass fashion accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/murder-hornet-ring) you will ever see. While I doubt that these earrings could actually help you out in an emergency, they are certainly unique and are virtually guaranteed to start a conversation wherever you go. The YOU Are Sooo Sharp earrings are available now from the You gNeek online store for $40. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 50% | Activity: 65% | 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 - **Bladed Fashion Accessories:** Opportunity for innovation in creating unconventional and edgy fashion accessories with a functional twist. - **Functional Jewelry:** Opportunity to design jewelry that serves a practical purpose beyond aesthetics. - **Conversation Starter Accessories:** Opportunity to create accessories that spark conversations and make a bold statement. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Accessories:** Disruption potential in the fashion industry by introducing unconventional and functional accessories. - **Jewelry Design:** Opportunity for innovation in the jewelry industry by integrating practical functionalities with traditional designs. - **Online Retail:** Disruption potential in the online retail sector by offering unique and novelty fashion accessories. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Fashion-Forward Audio Earrings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peripherii-priamble.md) - [Micro Keychain EDC Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tinyblade.md) - [Minimalist EDC Dagger Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/copper-sheath-dagger.md) - [Haute Eyewear-Inspired EDCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chic-pocket-knife.md) - [Fashion-Forward Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/openear-earbud-concept.md) - [Poshly Designed Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wesn-x-pco-slipjoint-microblade-knife.md) - [Miniature EDC Sword Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/micro-katana.md) - [Stylish Jewelry-Inspired Earplugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jing-designer-earplugs.md) - [Dynamic Movement Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/craighill-sidewinder-knife.md)