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28 Accessories From the '90s and Early '00s You Forgot You Were Obsessed With

Back when your favorite jewelry was worth less than a dollar.

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<p>You either had one of these, or you were too young and your mom wouldn't let you have one of these. </p>
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Back when your favorite jewelry was worth less than a dollar.

1

Mood Rings

<p>You got these from one of those gumball machine things at a pizza place after a soccer game. </p><p><a href="http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Amazing-Genuine-Colour-Changing-Mood-Ring-Mood-Chart-8-Sizes-Available-/141027101166"><em>Ebay.com</em></a></p>
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You got these from one of those gumball machine things at a pizza place after a soccer game.

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2

Smiley Face Earrings

<p>Smiley faces on everything.</p><p><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/212287215/happy-face-earrings-sterling-silver?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=smiley%20face%20earrings&ref=sr_gallery_35"><em>Etsy.com</em></a></p>
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Smiley faces on everything.

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3

Yin and Yang Charms

<p>You probably called this symbol "ying yang" by mistake. You probably also wore yours on a cord and made it a choker. </p><p><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/234998336/90s-jewelry-grunge-jewelry-choker?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=yin%20yang%20cord%20necklace&ref=sr_gallery_2"><em>Etsy.com</em></a></p>
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You probably called this symbol "ying yang" by mistake. You probably also wore yours on a cord and made it a choker.

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4

Lisa Frank Stamp Rings

<p>So you could have your stamps handy for, you know, all those times you stamped. </p><p><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/250411381/vintage-1990s-nip-lisa-frank-holiday?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=lisa%20frank&ref=sr_gallery_1"><em>Etsy.com</em></a></p>
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So you could have your stamps handy for, you know, all those times you stamped.

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5

Dolphin Earrings

<p>Pretty much anything that had dolphins on it back then was your fave. </p><p><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/204804770/925-blue-opal-dolphin-earringsopal?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=dolphin%20earrings&ref=sr_gallery_4"><em>Etsy.com</em></a></p>
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Pretty much anything that had dolphins on it back then was your fave.

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6

Power Bead Bracelets

<p>You had them in every color. And you wore them all at once. </p><p><a href="http://www.crystalage.com/search/index.cfm?sSearchString=power+bead+bracelets"><em>Crystalage.com</em></a></p>
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You had them in every color. And you wore them all at once.

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7

Lip Smacker Necklaces

<p>You needed to keep your favorite Dr. Pepper-flavored Lip Smacker close by at all times. Also, #lanyards.<br></p><p><a href="http://www.ebay.com/itm/Lip-Smackers-Moisturizing-Balm-Coca-Cola-Coke-Vanilla-Coke-Cherry-w-Lanyard/182200868347?_trksid=p2047675.c100623.m-1&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIC.MBE%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D35389%26meid%3Dd9402c130e12417bb666faed36c72395%26pid%3D100623%26rk%3D3%26rkt%3D6%26sd%3D262518493429"><em>Ebay.com</em></a></p>
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You needed to keep your favorite Dr. Pepper-flavored Lip Smacker close by at all times. Also, #lanyards.

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8

Baby G Watches

<p>That little cage thing on the front of it could pop off, and you likely put it in your mouth and pretended like it was a retainer. This was back when you put everything in your mouth and pretended it was a retainer. </p><p><a href="http://www.baby-g.com/watches"><em>Baby-G.com</em></a></p>
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That little cage thing on the front of it could pop off, and you likely put it in your mouth and pretended like it was a retainer. This was back when you put everything in your mouth and pretended it was a retainer.

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9

Tattoo Stretch Jewelry

<p>The kids today only wear these things as chokers, but you remember them as anklets, bracelets, arm bands, and rings. </p><p><a href="http://www.ebay.com/itm/Tattoo-Choker-Stretch-Necklace-Bracelet-Ring-Anklet-Retro-Henna-Elastic-Boho-90s-/311295615271"><em>Ebay.com</em></a></p>
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The kids today only wear these things as chokers, but you remember them as anklets, bracelets, arm bands, and rings.

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10

Stretchy Candy Necklaces

<p>You'd bite the candies off and then the string would get all wet, ew. </p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Fun-Express-Candy-Necklace-2-Pack/dp/B01DWIQPK0/ref=sr_1_74?s=grocery&ie=UTF8&qid=1468943824&sr=1-74-spons&keywords=candy+necklace&psc=1"><em>Amazon.com</em></a></p>
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You'd bite the candies off and then the string would get all wet, ew.

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11

Lucite Rings

<p>You liked these because they kind of looked like candy. They weren't. </p><p><em>Etsy.com</em></p>
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You liked these because they kind of looked like candy. They weren't.

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12

Macramé Hemp Jewelry

<p>The only way hemp jewelry was made better was if it also had beads. </p><p><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/285819185/summer-jewelry-beach-jewelry-hemp?ref=shop_home_active_2"></a><em><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/285819185/summer-jewelry-beach-jewelry-hemp?ref=shop_home_active_2">Etsy.com</a></em></p>
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The only way hemp jewelry was made better was if it also had beads.

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13

Hemp Rings With Clay Beads

<p>Speaking of hemp jewelry, rings with psychedelic clay beads were all the rage. </p><p><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/111092200/steampunk-spoon-ring-bypass-ring?ref=market"><em>Etsy.com</em></a></p>
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Speaking of hemp jewelry, rings with psychedelic clay beads were all the rage.

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14

Klutz Friendship Bracelets Book

<p>You learned how to make the coolest bracelets from this book. And then you made your mom take you to Jo-Ann's to buy more string because these things never had enough. </p><p><a href="http://www.overstock.com/Crafts-Sewing/Klutz-Friendship-Bracelets-Spiral-bound-Book-and-Embroidery-Craft-Kit/4847411/product.html"><em>Overstock.com</em></a></p>
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You learned how to make the coolest bracelets from this book. And then you made your mom take you to Jo-Ann's to buy more string because these things never had enough.

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15

Slap Bracelets

<p>They all hurt. Even the furry ones. </p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Fun-Express-Slap-Bracelet-Assortment/dp/B002SPU2YY"><em>Amazon.com</em></a> </p>
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They all hurt. Even the furry ones.

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16

Beaded Flower Necklaces

<p>You tried to make these yourself, but the tiny beads and invisible wire were way too much for your patience. </p><p><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/281743178/vintage-floral-seed-bead-choker-necklace?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query='90s%20beaded%20flower%20necklace&ref=sr_gallery_19"><em>Etsy.com</em></a></p>
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You tried to make these yourself, but the tiny beads and invisible wire were way too much for your patience.

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17

Charm Bracelets

<p>Every holiday you asked for a new charm so you could have the jingliest, heaviest bracelet. </p><p><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/242841806/90s-kid-charm-bracelet-90s-jewelry-retro"><em>Etsy.com</em></a></p>
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Every holiday you asked for a new charm so you could have the jingliest, heaviest bracelet.

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18

Spoon Rings

<p>You stole this from your older sister's room and wore it when she wasn't around.</p><p><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/111092200/steampunk-spoon-ring-bypass-ring?ref=market"><em>Etsy.com</em></a></p>
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You stole this from your older sister's room and wore it when she wasn't around.

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19

Best Friends Necklaces

<p>You and your BFF had some variation of this necklace, and you bought it from Claire's. Or Icing.</p><p><a href="http://www.claires.com/us/products/best-friends-pink-half-heart-pendant-necklaces-21378"><em>Claires.com</em></a></p>
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You and your BFF had some variation of this necklace, and you bought it from Claire's. Or Icing.

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20

Belly Button Chain Ring

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You either had one of these, or you were too young and your mom wouldn't let you have one of these.

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