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# Anti-Men Necklaces
Keri Hilson's 'No Boys' Chain Sends Out an Empowering Message

By Summer Luu | Published 2010-12-30 | Pop Culture
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/no-boys-chain
References: [highsnobette](http://www.highsnobette.com/news/2010/12/28/keri-hilson-x-melody-ehsani-no-boys-neckclace/) & [noboyschain](http://www.noboyschain.com)

In various media sightings and captured celeb images, you may have noticed the bling that's shining off popular R 'N' B singer Keri Hilson's neck. A closer look reveals a 'No Boys' Chain as a [statement of self-empowerment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/empowering-jewelry-campaign).

With the launch of her latest album called No Boys Allowed, Keri Hilson collaborated with [designer Melody Ehsani](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gaillard-jewelry) in creating the "no boys allowed" necklace. Sorry boys, Keri Hilson's 'No Boys' Chain says it all.

**Implications** - Businesses that offer their clients products that represent or emit a message or personal belief will likely appeal to a wide audience. Many of today's consumers will invest in those products that are reflective of their personal beliefs and images.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 2.0/10
- Popularity: 32% | Activity: 21% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women
- Primary generations: Millennial
- Top markets: North America, Europe

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Personal Belief Products:** The trend of offering products that represent or emit a message or personal belief appeals to a wide audience, presenting opportunities for businesses to create unique and meaningful items.
- **Self-empowerment Accessories:** Accessories like Keri Hilson's 'No Boys' Chain, which send an empowering message, are growing in popularity and offer opportunities for innovative designs and collaborations.
- **Celebrity-inspired Jewelry:** The rise of celebrity-endorsed or celebrity-inspired jewelry pieces, like Keri Hilson's 'No Boys' Chain, presents a market for businesses to tap into consumers' desire for trendy and meaningful accessories.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Fashion and Accessories:** The fashion and accessories industry can explore the creation of personal belief products and self-empowerment accessories to cater to the demand for meaningful and trendsetting items.
- **Jewelry Design:** Jewelry designers can find opportunities in creating unique and empowering pieces like Keri Hilson's 'No Boys' Chain, which resonate with consumers looking for statement accessories.
- **Music Merchandise:** The music merchandise industry can capitalize on the popularity of celebrity-inspired jewelry by collaborating with artists like Keri Hilson to create branded products that align with their music and messages.

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