Wednesday, May 7, 2008

Bringing the Slap Bracelet Back!

Mistake? Oooo I don't think so! I found these purdies at Clothing Warehouse in Little Five (the same Mecca-of-the-high-waisted-shorts). I love how they make me feel 6 years old again (I had a massive collection at the time). The brilliance of these updated slap-bracelets is that they aren't quite as brutal as their vintage ancestors; much lighter and just a slap on the wrist... rather than that wince-inducing recoil.
What do you guys think? I am very gullible when it comes to nostalgic purchases so I don't know if I'm viewing this "trend" in enough of an unbiased light (like how I'm calling it a trend already?). Well, I have Urban to back me up.

photo: urbanoutfitters.com

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13 comments:

  1. DanikaMay 8, 2008 at 1:24 AM

    Good choice, snap bracelets are amazing. I had a leopard print one and a rainbow one when I was in first grade and I wore them everyday.

    I remember how hard the slap used to be, it was wince-worthy. Anyway, I think it was a good idea to get them, especially if it's something you really like. And they look great too!

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  2. RichelMay 8, 2008 at 1:27 AM

    I definitely just saw like millions of slap bracelets as Urban Outfitters!

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  3. J.M. PowellMay 8, 2008 at 10:23 AM

    tag, you're it girlies...check the blog.

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  4. AnonymousMay 8, 2008 at 11:12 AM

    What's next, Pogs!?!

    Lauren, I think this is a legitimate and awesome come-back. I don't think slap bracelets will ever be too far from the hearts of those that grew up in the late 80s/early 90s. Take it from this fashion visionary--slap bracelets are no temporary fad, my friend.

    Please, keep up the good work.

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  5. StephanieMay 8, 2008 at 12:30 PM

    Ooh, how fun!
    I'm glad you said that the old ones made you wince too, I was afraid I was just being a baby. :P

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  6. AsianCajunsMay 8, 2008 at 2:14 PM

    MM, a leopard-print one? Oooo I'm jealous!

    Ragamala, I've been woefully impatient with UO... so i must have missed them the last time I was there.

    Juliam, thanks for the tag... stay tuned ;)

    Lain, I'm going to bedazzle my jean jacket in Pogs! You're brilliant! And I trust you, fellow catwalker (almost-ish).

    Stephanie, they would have made Rambo wince... seriously.

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  7. beccaweberMay 8, 2008 at 3:05 PM

    the snaps are great, but i like all those layered sterling necklaces even better!

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  8. ediotMay 8, 2008 at 4:55 PM

    OH OH oH yes! i love it. go 80's!

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  9. WendyBMay 8, 2008 at 6:33 PM

    I loved those things!

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  10. FASHION CHALETMay 8, 2008 at 7:24 PM

    Cute accessories
    I remember in Junior High those slap bracelets were all the RAGE, everybody had them ♥ !

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  11. Fashion TidbitsMay 9, 2008 at 10:33 AM

    i remember them back in the day!

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  12. geri hirschMay 9, 2008 at 6:55 PM

    hahaha. the slap bracelet!! amazing!!

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  13. AnonymousMay 20, 2008 at 12:57 PM

    The slap bracelet very cool. I like the neon colors.

    Lisa

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