After viewing the fall 2009 couture collection Givenchy presented a couple of weeks ago, I was intrigued by the Middle Eastern inspired hardware that one of the models wore down the runway. I love the idea of double-duty jewelry that act as both a bracelet and ring or necklace and earrings.

Free People has a fantastic chain vest that is made of brass, glass and stone which can also be converted to a belt or necklace that would perfectly illustrate this look. Not too long ago Rihanna sported a fab chain-link earring/necklace combo also along the same vein as the Givenchy collection.

Unexpected pieces such as the chain vest or earlace add a punch to any outfit with a bad-ass edge. For other reasonably priced options be sure to check-out some of the designs I found on Etsy.

Photo clockwise top left: by Dechel McKnillon on Rhianna, Givenchy Fall 2009 Couture on the runway, Chained-Up Vest by Licier from Etsy, Plate Maille Handflower by ShadowCutter from Etsy, Chainmail Handflower by TogIncognito from Etsy.