Hip Hop Chains: The Height of Men's Fashion

Posted by Joseph Jeweler on February 15th, 2016

Fashion plays a huge role in the hip hop culture. Rap and hip hop pioneers are known for their brand-name kicks, oversized hats, track suits, and larger than life accessories. From their door knocker earrings to their flashy chains, their choice of jewelry says a lot about their individual sense of style as well as the level of success they have achieved through the years. More than a personal style statement, these jewelries are important symbols of their personal success.

All the fashion items that hip hop followers wear show their pride in the culture. While many of these articles have come and gone throughout the years, none has been as steadfast to members of the hip hop nation as the chain. Hip hop chains symbolize many things, from their status to the hard work that they put into their work, and their loyalty to a particular artist, or as far as artists themselves are concerned, to their respective labels. Like any evolving trend, designs of these chains and necklaces have also progressed to grander scales as evidenced by all the different products available in the market.

The 80s hip hop scene was dominated by heavy gold chains or what are popularly known as dookie chains. Others wore stacked chains, which are meant to show their status and financial success. Hip hop became more mainstream during the 90s and chain trends evolved as more designs were introduced like Cuban links. Apart from gold, platinum necklaces also became very popular, as well as add-ons like large pendants that make chains stand out even more. Today, medallions are sizzling items, especially those that are iced out with diamonds and other beautiful, precious stones.

Hip hop trends may have changed throughout the years, but chains will always be a mainstay in hip hop style. Chains are great accessories to have because you can wear them in a dressed up or dressed down manner. Hip hop fashion is known to be over the top and with chains. You can be as flashy and bold or as subtle with your outfit as you want to be. Their popularity can be attributed to celebrities and hip hop icons, but chains in themselves, are awesome pieces of jewelry to collect because of their unique vibe that attracts people's admiration. Chains can be found in all kinds of styles and materials, ranging from gold to silver, platinum, and other strong and precious metals.

About the Author:

This article is written by Joseph, the Marketing Lead of Master of Bling. Master of Bling is an online hip hop jewelry store. They offers high quality jewelry that includes hip hop chains, bracelets, pendants, rings, earrings and many more products.