Jewelry has always told stories about who we are, or at least who we think we are. But sometimes, designers took “bold” as a personal challenge. From blinking eyeballs to chicken-skin earrings, these pieces once promised to be cutting-edge but ended up somewhere between curious and cringe. We’ve gathered the most baffling creations ever worn so you don’t have to wonder what went wrong. Keep reading to see the jewels that truly needed a second draft.
#1: Blinking Eye Rings
When it first appeared online, these rings felt like something out of a sci-fi prop room. A realistic eyeball sat in the center, powered to blink at random intervals. It followed the movements of anyone nearby, which made it less “futuristic art” and more “tiny surveillance system.”
The craftsmanship was impressive, but most people preferred their jewelry not to stare back.