# Stackable Neon Accessories The Ettika Friendship Bracelets are Great for Grown-Ups By Meghan Young | Published 2012-01-28 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ettika-friendship-bracelets References: [refinery29](http://www.refinery29.com/ettika-neon-friendship-bracelets) & [ettika](http://www.ettika.com/bracelets/friendship/) As thoughtful as a [token of love](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bluboho-x-fashionista) is when crafted by the giver’s own two hands, the Ettika Friendship Bracelets take this show of affection up a notch. Often a [sign of affection between adolescent girls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ariella-maizer), these luxe accessories easily transitions this youthful tradition into adulthood. The bracelets nevertheless retain a strong hold on its roots through the use of [bright neon colors and familiar braids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/braided-cord-bracelet). The addition of gold accents and diamond stones give the Ettika Friendship Bracelets a luxurious look. Crafted with silk cord, they come in a range of different colors to suit anyone’s wardrobe and personality. A true friend will know exactly which one to go with. All of the Ettika Friendship Bracelets were crafted in the United States. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.5/10 - Popularity: 89% | Activity: 97% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Luxury Friendship Bracelets:** There is an opportunity to disrupt the accessory industry by creating more high-end personalized friendship bracelets. - **Transitional Accessories:** There is potential to create more accessories that can transition from youth to adulthood, offering sentimental value and luxury at the same time. - **Braid and Neon Fashion:** This trend shows a potential rise in popularity of braids and neon colors in fashion, creating an opportunity for fashion designers and accessory companies to offer products that cater to this aesthetic. ### Who This Affects Most - **Accessories:** The accessories industry can leverage this trend by offering personalized, high-end friendship bracelets and other transitional accessories that retain sentimental value as one ages. - **Fashion:** Fashion designers can take advantage of the hype surrounding braids and neon colors to create designs that cater to this trend. - **Luxury Goods:** The luxury industry can explore creating products that cater to this trend, such as using high-quality materials and design to create a luxury version of the classic friendship bracelet. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Glam Bracelet-Making Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/juicy-couture-bracelet-kit.md) - [Crayon-Themed Arm Cuffs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/color-full.md) - [Mix-and-Match Scented Bracelets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jelly-bands.md) - [Feminine Tennis Bracelets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tennis-bracelet.md) - [Braided Cord Bracelet Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/braided-cord-bracelet.md) - [Tech-Enhanced Beaded Bracelets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soulstones.md) - [Stackable Birthstone Earrings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiny-tags-birthstone-huggies.md) - [Customizable Jewelry Builders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jewelry-builder.md) - [Friendship-Inspired Jewelry Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mejuri-x-ganni.md)