Trend Watch: Think Chain Link

Do you remember when Janet Jackson danced along mountains with a nose ring linked to her belly button ring? And who hasn't coveted the classic Chanel handbag hung from the shoulder with a chain link and leather strap? Well, this season, chain link accessories are everywhere! Recently, Amber Rose (who is clearly styled by Kanye) was shot in Chanel chain link sunglasses... ...the ever style-savvy Rihanna wore lobe-to-lobe chain link earrings and Beyonce caused a firestorm with her Bless chain link sunglasses in the video for "Diva." In other words, the chain link trend is on! There are so many great ways to wear it. I, myself, have a chain link necklace from Forever 21 that dresses up any outfit. Earrings, bracelets, purses and shoes are some fabulous ways to stay on trend without overdoing it. Vanessa Simmons and Solange both know that long chain strap purses are perfect for a night on the town. Melie Bianco Link Messenger $60 Urban Outfitter Purse $38 Topshop Quilted Chain Handle Heart Bag $50 Here are some other great looks to try! Urban Outfitters Messy Chain Necklace $48 Forever 21 Interwoven Satin and Chain Necklace $6.80 Forever 21 Necklace $13 J. Crew Silk Ribbon Chain Link Necklace $69.99 Splurge Alert: Guillaume Hinfray Pumps $402 Litter SF Shoe Jewelry $98 Old Navy Chain Link Flip Flops $6.50 Steve Madden Flip Flops $40 Litter SF Necklace Earrings $65 Urban Outfitters Earrings $24 NBC Hoop Earrings $53 Forever 21 Chain Link Hoops $5.80 Litter SF Link and Chain Headpiece with attached Necklace $165 Splurge Alert: Chanel Sunglasses $390 Chain belts have been over for a little while now but they could definitely manage their way back, so wear one anyway and stay ahead of the trend! BUT, a huge no-no is wearing those punk rocker chains that hang from your jeans...maybe later, but definitely not now. Go on now, break out the chains, have some fun and don't let them hold you back! -Nastasia, Inaword Intern