Are belly button rings losing popularity?
The question that often arises in the world of fashion is whether something is simply a trend or will it become a classic. This same question is posed by those interested in getting a navel piercing and wearing one of the many navel rings that are in fashion right now. If you check the blogs and social media like Facebook and Twitter, you can find a lot of discussion about whether the belly ring is here to stay or not.
To answer this question, it’s probably best to take a step back and look at the roots of body piercing in general to see if it has been able to withstand the test of time. You can read about Old Testament accounts indicating that some women had nose piercings. You can look at the images coming out of the ancient ruins to see that there were nose and ear piercings. And you can find evidence in eastern cultures of various piercings related to religions and social status. Even in our western culture, ear piercings have become quite common.
Although some may still believe that belly button rings are nothing more than a temptation of the flesh; Young women of all ages and from different cultural backgrounds are embracing belly button jewelry. The perceptions of some will never be altered. However, many women choose their belly button rings as a sign of their femininity and confidence, not as a sign of their sexual habits.
Many fashions are designed that complement the use of navel rings. And of course, the bikini is here to stay, so summer is an ideal time to show off your body jewelry and tan.
So are belly button rings losing some of their vapor? Look in any fashion magazine or see what celebrities are up to and it seems that this trend will continue. With so many body jewelry to choose from, women will certainly continue to express themselves and their style by wearing body jewelry.