Arms Cuffs Are Back, Here’s Why You Should Give This Y2K Trend Another Chance
25.07.2022 - 13:09
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Now, designers are making a case for yet another ‘00s staple: the arm cuff. If you’re cringing recalling your “bicep cuff” days, know that this piece looks nothing like the relics of the butterfly clips era. Take, for example, Blumarine which featured a bedazzled piece that tapped into fashion’s recent logomania craze.
Or: Prada, which showed an elegant minimalist strap that mimicked a satin belt. On the celebrity front, Dua Lipa gave the trend her stamp of approval, wearing a silver version from Blumarine’s spring 2022 collection, paired with, what else but, a butterfly top. Gallery: 25 Best Trainers To Buy, From Adidas And Nike To Alexander McQueen And Balenciaga (ELLE (UK))From Egyptian queens to Mayan kings, the arm cuff has long been a symbol of social rank and power.
It’s no wonder Wonder Woman and Xena, the protagonist of the Warrior Princess series, wore the accessory as part of their battle-ready ensembles. In the early 2000s, celebrities, including Keira Knightley and Aaliyah, adopted the arm jewellery as a red carpet statement, paired with mini skirts and jeans, as well as formal gowns, showing the versatility of this accessory. (Personally, I lived through the accessory’s early
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