# Contemporary African Accessories The Macrame Parfait Necklace Makes a Colorful Style Statement By Jana Pijak | Published 2014-05-06 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/macrame-parfait-necklace References: [anthropologie](http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/product/jewelry-necklaces/31758980.jsp?cm_sp=Grid-_-31758980-_-Regular_48) & [anthropologie](http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/product/jewelry-necklaces) The Macrame Parfait Necklace from fashion and home retailer [Anthropologie](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emi-jay) embodies an ethnic design aesthetic. Taking inspiration from the [traditional jewelry of African tribes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daily), this stunning accessory is a definite statement piece that is sure to add an element of colour to any outfit. Created by Gahaya Links, this intricate piece is [handmade in Rwanda](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/messika). Anthropologie's Macrame Parfait Necklace is made from a mix of acrylic and cotton materials that are fastened with a lobster clasp element. The necklace measures 24 inches in length and is adorned with a 5" pendant that features colored glass bead elements. The green, orange, blue and purple hued beads are loosely scattered on the necklace, making them resemble sugary sprinkles like those on an ice cream parfait snack. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 36% | Activity: 32% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/jewelry) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **African-inspired Accessories:** The fusion of African style with modern designs offers opportunities for disrupting the fashion industry. - **Handmade Jewelry:** The growing demand for unique, handmade products presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for the jewelry industry. - **Ethnic Design Aesthetics:** The incorporation of ethnic design aesthetics into mainstream fashion creates a space for disruptive innovation to emerge. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion and Apparel:** The African-inspired accessories trend offers opportunity for disruption and expansion in the fashion and apparel industry. - **Jewelry:** The demand for unique, handmade jewelry presents an opportunity for disruption and growth in the jewelry industry. - **Home Decor:** The incorporation of ethnic design aesthetics into home decor products presents opportunities for disruptive innovation in the home decor industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [High-End Organic Statement Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/s-carter-designs.md) - [Contemporary Macrame Plant Hangers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/macrame-plant-hanger.md) - [Consciously Cool Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-art-of-adornment.md) - [Tribal Art-Inspired Bracelets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bharata.md) - [Painter-Themed Charm Necklaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/day-at-the-museum.md) - [14k Gold Noodle Necklaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forever-macaroni-necklace.md) - [Handcrafted Jewelry Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pretty-weird.md) - [Limited-Edition Luxury Necklaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dior-necklace.md) - [Artistic African Culture Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/patewo-chair.md)