# Miniature Menswear Necklaces This Adorable Dicky Accessory is Inspired By Gentlemen’s Attire By Erin Kirkpatrick | Published 2013-05-14 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dicky-accessory References: [repincatalogue](http://www.repincatalogue.com/diy/2012/11/1/dicky-bow-necklace/) If you are a fan of bows or bowties for that matter, this dicky accessory is your adorable answer. Bows have been known to add a splash of color or a subtle touch of femininity to outfits. They don’t disappoint in that capacity. In more recent years, they have come to infuse everything from shoes, to [headbands and dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clementine-grove). This dicky accessory adds just one more appearance of bows. Using four simple ingredients—[bows, a chain and eyelets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elegant-hook-options)—this necklace can be easily created and instantaneously enjoyed. The beauty of this tutorial is the versatility of the bows design. While the design featured in this tutorial is polka-dotted, the creator of this [menswear-inspired accessory](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perry-ellis1) can choose any bow they so desire. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 59% | Activity: 30% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Menswear-inspired Accessories:** The trend of creating feminine accessories with menswear-inspired designs creates an opportunity for businesses to tap into a new, unique market. - **DIY Jewelry Making:** The DIY trend in jewelry making is growing and businesses can capitalize on it by selling kits or creating tutorials to attract crafty consumers. - **Bow Accessories:** As bow accessories continue to grow in popularity, businesses can tap into this trend by offering a variety of bow designs on different products. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Accessories:** The fashion accessories industry can expand its offerings by incorporating more menswear-inspired designs in their products. - **Craft/art Supplies:** The craft supplies industry can offer more jewelry making supplies, tutorials, and kits to consumers interested in making their own jewelry. - **Online Retail:** The rise in popularity of bow accessories and DIY jewelry making presents an opportunity for online retailers to offer unique, customizable products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Whimsical Doll-Inspired Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pidgin.md) - [Mayo-Dispensing Bow Ties](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/byo-bow.md) - [Limited-Edition Luxury Necklaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dior-necklace.md) - [Multi-Wear Hair Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/truss-series-shippou.md) - [Y2K-Inspired Flower Necklaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foufou.md) - [Playful Accessory Drops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/valentine-collection.md) - [Jewelry-Like Handbag Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elegant-hook-options.md) - [Vintage-Inspired Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintageinspired-jewelry.md) - [Time-Telling Cufflinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creamy-patina-2023-collection.md)