# Menswear Jewelry Nicole Deponte Creates Statement Jewelry From Recycled Ties By Rachel | Published 2009-06-11 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nicole-deponte-ties References: [treehugger](http://www.treehugger.com/files/2009/06/lilian-asterfield-upcycled-ties.php) & [nicoledeponte](http://www.nicoledeponte.com/nicole) Nicole Deponte has found a use for old mens ties that is both fashionable and [eco-friendly](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chroma-twist). Her 'Lillian Asterfield Collection' is made of neck ties that are turned into beautiful accessories. The tie designs, which are made of poly and silk, are braided, painted, beaded and buttoned to create gorgeous [statement necklaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chiyu). Take a look at Nicole Deponte's 'Lillian Asterfield' collection above. **Implications** - The concept of feminizing menswear is very popular in the fashion industry. From tailored menswear to bow ties, female fashion is changing in an effort to let fashionistas have a more masculine presence while maintaining their femininity. By creating [jewelry from menswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ref-jewelry), designers such as Nicole Deponte have successfully managed to draw attention. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 50% | Activity: 55% | 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) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Upcycled Fashion Accessories:** Upcycling old or used materials to create fashion accessories such as necklaces, bracelets, and earrings. - **Gender-neutral Fashion:** Creating fashion items that can be worn by any gender - **Sustainable Jewelry:** Designing jewelry with eco-friendly materials and production methods ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Accessories:** Businesses that focus on selling fashion accessories such as necklaces, bracelets, and earrings. - **Sustainable Fashion:** Industries that produce clothing items using materials that can be reused such as recycled materials and eco-friendly fabrics. - **Eco-friendly Products:** Businesses that focus on producing eco-friendly products such as jewelry, clothing, and home decor. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Elegant Women's Jewelry Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/womens-jewelry1.md) - [Recycled Metal Jewellery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recycled-metal-jewellery-reformation-x-clair-waight-keller-create-a-limited.md) - [Consciously Cool Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-art-of-adornment.md) - [Vintage-Inspired Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintageinspired-jewelry.md) - [Handcrafted Jewelry Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pretty-weird.md) - [Wearable Sculptural Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3dtcable-collection.md) - [Rope-Style Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiffany-and-co.md) - [Gender Inclusive Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sarah-o-jewelry-allgender-collection.md) - [Masculine Fashion House Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/les-gastons-vuitton-collection.md)