With DuoSkin, wearables are no longer just an accessory – they become part of your skin. Developed by the MIT Media Lab and Microsoft, these temporary tattoos use gold leaf to create aesthetically-pleasing user interfaces. But to what extent are we comfortable turning ourselves into cyborgs?

If tattooing is enjoying a renaissance, London’s Maxime Büchi is its Michelangelo. The artist’s distinctive black-and-grey tattoos have garnered him high-profile clients like Kanye West, and a collaboration with Hublot has brought what was once seen as counter-cultural firmly into the luxury spotlight.

Current jewellery trends include dainty bracelets, rose gold rings and metallic feathers on the upper arm, foot and neck. But in some cases, there’s no real jewellery, just fake tattoos. Brands like Orelia have seen demand for their ‘fakies’ soar, but what’s the appeal of something so temporary?

As one of the most visible accessories, handbags are a statement of individual style. Now, Gucci wants to make them more personal with its DIY customisation service. Given that 66% of Gen Y ditch brands because they don't mirror their identity, will personalisation become key to luxury loyalty?