# Distressing Oversized Necklaces The 'Help Necklace' Fits Around Your Neck to Call for Help By Alexander Lam | Published 2013-08-20 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/help-necklace References: [fancy](http://fancy.com/things/424739852924228843/Help-Necklace-by-Lanvin) & [lanvin](http://www.lanvin.com/e-lanvin/US/help-necklace-26401.html) Calling out for assistance has never been easier with the 'Help Necklace' from [Lanvin](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lanvin-en-bleu). The bold oversized necklace slips around your neck to cry out for help. Giant sleek letters placed in the front of the necklace elegantly seek out assistance. Each letter smoothly loops into the next to get the message across. A thick chain keeps the lettering right in front of your chest without fail so that everyone around you knows that you're in need of a helping hand. The blunt necklace was designed as part of the Stephanie theme by Lanvin. Each necklace is composed of 95% brass and 5% pewter for maximum durability. The resistant materials were used so that you can ask for help no matter where you are. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 75% | Activity: 90% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Oversized Accessories:** Expanding the size of traditional accessories opens opportunities for unique and attention-grabbing designs. - **Functional Fashion:** Integrating practicality into fashion accessories creates innovative solutions for everyday needs. - **Bold Communication:** Using bold lettering and design elements to convey messages offers a new form of expressive communication. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can explore oversized accessories as a way to stand out and appeal to bold and expressive consumers. - **Jewelry:** The jewelry industry can embrace functional fashion by creating innovative pieces that serve a dual purpose, like the 'Help Necklace'. - **Communications:** The communications industry can leverage bold communication trends to develop new ways for individuals to express themselves and communicate their needs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Luxurious Safety Bracelets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxurious-safety-bracelet.md) - [Lip-Reading Necklace Camera Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/speechin-necklace.md) - [Limited-Edition Luxury Necklaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dior-necklace.md) - [High-End Organic Statement Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/s-carter-designs.md) - [Anxiety Whistle Necklaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anxiety-whistle-necklace.md) - [Romantic Statement Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/full-heart-love-link-necklace.md) - [Y2K-Inspired Flower Necklaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foufou.md) - [Mindful Breathing Necklaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mindful-breathing-necklace.md) - [Smart Heart-Shaped Pendants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bond-heart-necklace.md)