Considered kitschy and tacky in the 1980s, the eyewear chain is now a coveted accessory for young fashion fans. Image: Shutterstock I t's official: having been spotted on movie stars, models, and other influencers, the eyeglass chain is no longer just kitschy or simply old-fashion. Younger generations are embracing this accessory that has become such a phenomenon that major labels are outdoing one another with ultra-stylish versions, transforming it into a real piece of jewelry. On the occasion of World Sight Day, here's the scoop on this practical and trendy accessory. Related stories Activism and '90s glamour on display at New York Fashion Week Waste is a material of choice for an Indian fashion brand Urban Darzi Dior turns heels and corsets into 'ironic power dressing' Granny is obviously a fashion trendsetter—even though she may not know it herself—and her style is most popular among young fashionistas! After having revived the cardigan, scarves, barrettes, and even knitting, now granny is bringing out her eyeglass chains from the back of the closet. It might seem simply eccentric but it's another example of a wave of nostalgia in fashion for an era we never knew—and it goes beyond Generation Zs and millennials and a propensity for everything 1990s and 2000s. This time the trend goes back four decades earlier to a period when eyeglass chains were not just an aesthetic choice but above all a practical one, in fact for many wearers they were not even considered fashion accessories. Obviously this is no longer the case. Thanks to a slew of ultra-creative designers, this piece of jewelry is getting a new lease on life. It may even be the must-have accessory for the end of the year.
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