# Manly Chain Accessories Karlina Rodriguez's Man Necklaces Are Great Hipster Accessories By Tisah Tucknott | Published 2009-07-13 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/man-necklaces-Karlina-Rodriguez-a-hipster References: [definitivetouch](http://definitivetouch.com/features/ladies-touch-neck-chains/) These Neck Chains for men were created by Karlina Rodriguez to transform simple outfits into chicer ones. The gold, [chunky chains](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintage-chain-shop) can easily make a statement and make any man look like a hipster. Check out the gallery of man necklaces above to get some ideas as to how you can transform an outfit into hipster attire by adding a [shiny necklace](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forever-macaroni-necklace) to your [accessories collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rocknot). **Implications** - Men (and women) are flocking to wear the opposite gender's fashions. Pieces like skinny jeans, deep v-necks and necklaces are seen as feminine. If a male dons these, he is seen as androgynous, which has now become a popular look in mainstream societies. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 46% | Activity: 74% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% 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) > [Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/jewelry) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Gender-bending Fashion:** Opportunities for fashion brands to create and market gender-neutral clothing and accessories that cater to a growing demand for gender-bending fashion. - **Hipster Fashion:** Potential for fashion brands to tap into the hipster trend by creating unique and statement-making accessories like chunky necklaces for men. - **Mainstream Androgynous Look:** The rise of androgynous fashion styles presents an opportunity for fashion brands to explore mainstream androgynous looks that appeal to a wider audience. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can leverage the trend of manly chain accessories to create innovative and stylish products for men's fashion. - **Jewelry:** Jewelry brands can tap into the demand for trendy necklaces for men by designing and marketing unique and fashionable neck chains. - **Retail:** Retailers can capitalize on the popularity of hipster fashion by curating and promoting a selection of hipster-inspired accessories, including manly chain accessories. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Limited-Edition Luxury Necklaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dior-necklace.md) - [Gender Inclusive Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sarah-o-jewelry-allgender-collection.md) - [Painter-Themed Charm Necklaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/day-at-the-museum.md) - [Personalized 9K Gold Necklaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/astrid-and-miyu.md) - [Men's Jewelry Rental Programs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jewelry-rental-program.md) - [Collaborative Ice Cream Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iconic-ice-cream.md) - [High-End Organic Statement Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/s-carter-designs.md) - [Masculine Fashion House Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/les-gastons-vuitton-collection.md) - [Athlete-Approved Jewelry Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/curb-chain-collection.md)