# Wordsmith Neck Ruffles Elizabethan-Inspired Neckwear Speaks Through Fashion By Robyn Currie | Published 2009-08-25 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/word-neck-ruffles References: [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?ref=vl_other_2&listing_id=27538004) & [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?ref=vl_other_2&listing_id=27537753) Most people only adorn their necks with [necklaces and ties](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/full-heart-love-link-necklace), or maybe a scarf if you are feeling ambitious. Now you can have your very own Elizabethan neck ruffle that has the addition of typewritten words on it. The word tree neck pieces are based around the idea of [fashion as a mode of communication](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-art-of-adornment) for ideas. Each piece starts from a single word, and then blooms into a piece containing different amounts of words depending on the theme of the piece (themes range from ‘secret’ and ‘forgotten’ to ‘foreigner’). Check out the gallery for a look at these [creative ruffles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculptural-jewelry-piece). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 75% | Activity: 46% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Elizabethan Neckwear:** Exploring the resurgence of Elizabethan-inspired neck ruffles as a unique fashion trend. - **Typewritten Fashion:** Examining the integration of typewritten words as a form of self-expression in fashion accessories. - **Fashion as Communication:** Analyzing the use of fashion as a means to convey ideas and messages. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion Accessories:** Identifying opportunities for fashion accessory brands to create innovative designs incorporating typewritten words. - **Art and Design:** Highlighting the intersection of art and fashion design through the integration of Elizabethan-inspired neck ruffles. - **Communication Technology:** Exploring how the use of typewritten words on fashion items can inspire advancements in communication technology. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Y2K-Inspired Flower Necklaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foufou.md) - [High-End Organic Statement Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/s-carter-designs.md) - [Painter-Themed Charm Necklaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/day-at-the-museum.md) - [Personalized Jewelry Cuffs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/name-drop-cuff.md) - [Potato Chip-Brand Streetwear Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ridgewear.md) - [Consciously Cool Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-art-of-adornment.md) - [Romantic Statement Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/full-heart-love-link-necklace.md) - [Grass Root-Made Sculptural Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rootfull.md) - [Customizable Pet-Inspired Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ruff-gems.md)