Shamans, courtesans and queens ๐ธ The choker first appeared in Ancient Egypt and was often used as an amulet to protect against evil spirits, rather than as a fashion element ๐งฟ On the other side of the world, Native Americans wore chokers as a symbol of power and a sacred amulet! Many shamans and chieftains wore these decorations made from feathers, animal bones and shells ๐ Then, during the Renaissance, the choker came into fashion as a decoration for the rich and noble. Gold and pearl necklaces decorated with precious stones became an essential accessory for palace fashionistas ๐ฐ Then came the 19th century and the black velvet choker quietly became an identification mark for courtesans and dancers ๐ However, at the end of the century, Queen Alexandra of Denmark once again returned the choker to the status of a "noble" accessory. She often appeared in public and in photographs in wide chokers with beads up to her chin! The reason for this was a scar that she got in her childhood, so the queen decided to hide it ๐ At the end of the 20th century, there was a real fashion boom, which elevated chokers to the rank of universal jewelry for all levels of society, it was worn by everyone: from pop stars to provincial schoolgirls ๐ฉโ๐ซ Now this accessory is in the wardrobe of almost every fashionista: it is worn when going out, visiting the theater and spending passionate nights ๐ซฆ In general, having made this long way through the centuries, the choker took a well-deserved place in our jewelry boxes haha โโ๐ธ Do you like this accessory or is it too vulgar for you? #cute #teen #babyface #nerd #skinny