Over the past few years we’ve begun to embrace a number of retroactive influences from generations past. The ’70s had their second coming with flower crowns, John Lennon-inspired glasses and Sonny and Cher bell-bottom pants. The ’80s have always been lingering at the back door with neon fabric hues, patterned leggings and the collection of rock ‘n’ roll T-shirts sold at stores like Urban Outfitters.

The resurgence of the ’90s has been long awaited, and I think the return of the choker may be their debut.

For some, the choker was a way to dip our toes in the waters of the Gothic fad of the late ’90s to early 2000s, but in actuality, the choker has weaved in and out of fashion trends since ancient Egyptian times.

Chokers appeared in Western cultures during the French Revolution, modeled after Anne Boleyn’s famous choker made of pearls and ribbon. In the 1940s, they were revived as the “dog collar trend” before becoming a staple accessory in the 1990s.

Now, in 2015, the choker fad has returned, and it has made its revival in the trendiest of ways. 2015 has supplemented the punk rock image of the choker and added a 
contemporary twist.

Like many, I’m pleased to watch this trend make a comeback. Chokers embody a number of styles and add edge to any outfit. Long gone are the days of plain chokers. Chokers are being marketed in an array of new styles with the traditional fish line, leather, velvet and ribbon cord options. Gemstones, pearls and charms are just a few of the style options offered 
from sellers.