Are belly button rings losing popularity?

The question that often arises in the world of fashion is whether something is just a trend, or is it going to become a classic. This very question is asked by those interested in a navel piercing and wearing one of the many navels that are all the rage right now. If you check blogs and social media like Facebook and Twitter, you can find a lot of discussion about whether or not the belly ring is here to stay.

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’s been able to stand the test of time. You can read about accounts in the Old Testament indicating that some women pierced their noses. You can look at pictures 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 navel earrings are nothing more than a temptation of the flesh; Young women of all ages and from many 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 a sign of their sexual habits.

Many fashions are designed to complement the use of belly button rings. And, of course, the bikini is here to stay, so summer is an ideal time to show off your body jewelry and your tan.

So are belly button rings losing some steam? Look in any fashion magazine or look at what celebrities are doing and it looks like this trend will continue. With so many body jewelry to choose from, women will no doubt continue to express themselves and their style by wearing body jewelry.