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# Handcuff Graffiti Bangles
Ken Leung and Dana Chin Make Street Style Jewelry

By Shelby Lee Walsh | Published 2009-06-06 | Art & Design
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handcuff-graffiti-bangles-ken-leung-and-dana-chin
References: [highsnobette](http://www.highsnobette.com/news/2009/06/04/b-side-handcuff-graffiti-bangles/)

Want to add some flavor to your wardrobe? These graffiti bangles by Ken Leung and Dana Chin (who are the geniuses behind B-Side Jewelry) have come up with a street-style jewelry line that is comprised of Handcuff Graffiti bangles that will add some toughness to your attire.

The bangles are "made of [enamel and brass chains](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chiyu), featuring [handmade graff tags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pretty-weird)," according to HighSnobette.

**Implications** - The jewelry pieces are large, chained and ultimately, the perfect accent piece to a formal outfit or to dress up a blazer and pair of skinny jeans. Ken Leung and Dana Chin's graffiti bangles have an edgy feel that would be perfect for the urban-chic fashionista to rock.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 2.0/10
- Popularity: 33% | Activity: 18% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women
- Primary generations: Millennial
- Top markets: North America, Asia

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Graffiti Jewelry:** Incorporating graffiti art into jewelry designs for a unique and edgy look.
- **Street Style Accessories:** Creating accessories inspired by street culture for a hip and trendy fashion statement.
- **Enamel-bound Bangles:** Using enamel to create bold and colorful bangles that attract attention and elevate any outfit.

### Where This Applies

- **Fashion Accessories:** The Fashion Accessories industry can tap into the growing trend of street-inspired jewelry design.
- **Urban Apparel:** The Urban Apparel industry can explore incorporating graffiti elements into clothing lines.
- **Artisanal Jewelry:** The Artisanal Jewelry industry can experiment with using unconventional materials and techniques to create unique and eye-catching pieces.

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