# Upcycled Knotted Necklaces These Saako Necklaces are Made out of Old Jerseys By RL | Published 2010-06-09 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saako-necklaces References: [dailycandy](http://www.dailycandy.com/all-cities/article/83957/Saako-Fabric-Necklaces) & [saakodesign](http://www.saakodesign.com) These featherweight Saako necklaces were created by a Barcelona-based duo, and their knotted baubles have all the jewelry enthusiasts talking. These one-of-a-kind [knotted necklaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dior-necklace) were inspired by the Portuguese tradition of [recycling fabric](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chroma-twist). The production team loop and bind rough-cut jersey in solids, stripes and prints to create the knotted jewelry. The designs are everyday pieces including favorite designs like the [bead-like vermilion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paracord-beads), baby blue knots and multicolor braids. The Saako necklaces are washable creations that you can creatively mix, match, and layer. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.0/10 - Popularity: 92% | Activity: 81% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Upcycled Jewelry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create innovative jewelry made from recycled materials to appeal to eco-conscious consumers. - **Handcrafted Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Embrace the trend of handcrafted accessories to offer unique and personalized products. - **Mix-and-match Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop a platform or service that allows customers to creatively mix, match, and layer accessories for personalized style. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Utilize unconventional materials and sustainable practices to create unique and eco-friendly fashion accessories. - **Eco-friendly Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the market for eco-friendly fashion products and incorporate upcycled materials into designs. - **Handmade Crafts:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Tap into the demand for handcrafted products by creating and promoting handmade crafts and accessories. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Wearable Sculptural Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3dtcable-collection.md) - [Sophisticated Upcycled Home Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basket-sculptures.md) - [Sustainably-Focused Experimental Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upcycled-fashion-collection.md) - [Y2K-Inspired Flower Necklaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foufou.md) - [Recycled Metal Jewellery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recycled-metal-jewellery-reformation-x-clair-waight-keller-create-a-limited.md) - [Waste-Incorporated Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knoll-chairs.md) - [High-End Organic Statement Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/s-carter-designs.md) - [Handcrafted Jewelry Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pretty-weird.md) - [Beachy Shell Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tuckernuck.md)