# Floppy Disk Bracelets Bringing the 80s Back By Noora Abu Eitah | Published 2008-08-05 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floppy-disk-bracelets-bringing-the-80s-back References: [gizmodiva](http://www.gizmodiva.com/fashion/floppy_diskettes_reincarnated_as_bracelets.php) & [puredesigncompany](http://puredesigncompany.co.uk/shop/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=59) Remember the good old floppy diskettes? Some of you don't, but jewelry maker Oxx-An Alleweireldt sure wanted to bring the 80s back. The designer developed Floppy diskette bracelets that look as ugly as they sound. I am sure they are going to be a hit because these days, what's not cool is cool, and what's geeky is actually hot. I know, it's a bit complex. Anyways, the bracelet comes in the form of a big floppy disc with [flowers sewn onto cotton arm bands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pretty-weird). You know what's crazy? Each floppy disc bracelet is sold for $110, and $87 for the smaller version! Oh come on! Is this a joke? ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.9/10 - Popularity: 15% | Activity: 33% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **80s Revival Jewelry:** Opportunity for designers and retailers to tap into nostalgia and create unique jewelry pieces inspired by the 80s culture and aesthetics. - **Geek Chic Accessories:** Opportunity for businesses to target tech enthusiasts and capitalize on the trend of making technology-related items fashionable. - **Sustainable Fashion:** Opportunity for entrepreneurs to create environmentally-friendly fashion items by upcycling outdated technology products and reducing waste. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion and Accessories:** Designers and retailers can create unique, nostalgic, and eco-friendly jewelry pieces for consumers who love retro and geeky fashion. - **Technology:** Entrepreneurs can leverage outdated technology products and transform them into attractive, fashionable, and functional accessories for tech enthusiasts. - **Sustainability:** Companies can promote sustainability practices by adopting upcycling techniques and reducing waste when creating fashion and accessory products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Charming Retro Storage](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floppy-disk-inspired-sd-card.md) - [Software-Inspired Clog Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/windows-xp-crocs.md) - [Visual Graphic-Inspired Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/esc-keys.md) - [Tech-Inspired Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microsoft-crocs.md) - [Y2K-Inspired Flower Necklaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foufou.md) - [Vintage Icon-Themed Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/susan-kare.md) - [Glam Bracelet-Making Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/juicy-couture-bracelet-kit.md) - [Mix-and-Match Scented Bracelets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jelly-bands.md) - [Retro Wired Headphone Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/racer-worldwide-racerpods-necklace.md)