This spring, bangles are everywhere, from couture runway shows like Christian Lacroix’s Spring 2009 show to more recession-appropriate stores like Forever 21. Some of these bracelets sport spring’s bright colors, while others feature antique-inspired designs or crazy, super-modern shapes. Looks like anything goes this spring, as long as it’s a bangle!
In the Gallery:
1. Christian Lacroix Neon Bangles from Spring 2009 Couture show
2. Forever21 Antique Floral Bangle
3. Banana Republic Square Bangles
4. Isharya Jeweled Bangle
5. Kenneth Jay Lane Cabochon Bangle
6. Luc Kieffer Barbed Wire Bangle
7. Kenneth Jay Lane Hammered Bangle
8. Coach Star Bangle
9. J Crew Jeweled Bangle
10. D & G Brass 5 Line Bangle
Bright Bangles
Designers Unfurl a Bevy of Bracelets for Spring 2009
Trend Themes
1. Bright Bangles - Opportunity for designers to create bangles with bold and vibrant colors, catering to the spring fashion trend.
2. Antique-inspired Designs - Opportunity for jewelry designers to create bangles with vintage-inspired designs, appealing to those looking for a classic and timeless accessory.
3. Crazy, Super-modern Shapes - Opportunity for innovative designers to create bangles with unconventional and futuristic shapes, targeting the trend of avant-garde fashion accessories.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - Fashion industry can tap into the trend of bangles by designing and producing a wide variety of bangle styles and catering to different consumer preferences.
2. Jewelry - Jewelry industry can capitalize on the trend of bangles by creating new collections that feature bangles with diverse designs and materials, attracting customers who want to enhance their outfit with a statement accessory.
3. Retail - Retail industry has an opportunity to stock and showcase a range of bangle styles and offer them to customers through various channels, capitalizing on the growing demand for this trendy accessory.