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the charmhouse blog
stories & style from the world of nostalgic charm jewelry
From deep dives into the best 80s accessories you forgot existed to gift guides for the Phish fan who has everything, the Charmhouse blog is where nostalgia, live music, and charm necklace culture come together. Whether you're here for the throwbacks, the tour dates, or just trying to figure out how many charms is too many charms (spoiler: there is no such number), you're in the right place.
What Jewelry Was Popular in the 1980s?
Fashion of the 1980s conjures images of neon spandex, hairsprayed hair, and sharp shoulder pads. As a jewelry designer who loves retro aesthetics, the accessories are my focus. The 1980s was a decade of unapologetic self-expression, economic optimism, and a rejection of the idea that jewelry had to be made of precious gems.