# Jewelry from Recycled Vinyl Records Aroha Silhouettes Necklaces By Tinkalicious | Published 2008-11-15 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vinyl-makes-comeback-as-silhouette References: [design-milk](http://design-milk.com/aroha-silhouettes/) & [arohasilhouettes](http://arohasilhouettes.com/) How cool is this? These necklaces from Seattle-based Aroha Silhouettes are not only some of the coolest and stylish [eco-conscious pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-art-of-adornment), they have an otherworldly quality, something like a tattoo almost. Channeling a very old tradition of black cut out silhouettes, this version is very current. Made from [old vinyl records](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aurala120a), the cut out pieces are a [great gift idea](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bluboho-x-fashionista) for someone who has everything, but envisions herself to be on point. **Implications** - In today's society, businesses often face the challenge of satisfying a wide range and sometimes contradictory set of consumer demands. Businesses that are able to combine popular qualities such as retro-revival and eco-friendly will fare well within society today. Consumers will likely invest in those products that meet their first demands. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 52% | Activity: 53% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% 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 - **Retro-revival:** Businesses that incorporate retro-revival elements into their products or services have the potential to stand out in today's market. - **Eco-friendly Fashion:** The growing demand for sustainable fashion presents opportunities for businesses to create innovative products using recycled materials. - **Unique Gift Ideas:** The popularity of unique and personalized gifts opens up a market for businesses that offer one-of-a-kind products like jewelry made from recycled materials. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can explore incorporating retro elements and eco-friendly practices to appeal to environmentally conscious consumers. - **Art and Craft:** Artisans and crafters can tap into the trend of creating unique and sustainable products by repurposing materials like vinyl records. - **Gift and Novelty:** The gift and novelty industry can capitalize on the demand for distinctive and environmentally friendly gift options by offering jewelry made from recycled materials. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Recycled Metal Jewellery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recycled-metal-jewellery-reformation-x-clair-waight-keller-create-a-limited.md) - [Recycled Gold Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recycled-gold-jewelry.md) - [Modular Eco-Friendly Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chroma-twist.md) - [Festive Double-Drop Earrings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lovers-tempo.md) - [Handcrafted Jewelry Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pretty-weird.md) - [Consciously Cool Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-art-of-adornment.md) - [Unique Upcycled Serving Trays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recycled-wine-bottle-appetizer-tray.md) - [Eco Suitcase Record Players](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/victrola-respin.md) - [Resin Hardware Revivals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meta-hardware.md)