The Gucci Link Is More Than Jewelry. It’s a Virgin Islands Heirloom [Video]

This led to similar-looking chains, regardless of their brand or fashion house, being dubbed “Gucci links.” This habit surely goes against trademark rules, but it’s far too late for Virgin Islanders to refer to it as anything else. The “Gucci Link” is deeply ingrained in our culture and colloquialisms.

The jewelry piece may have originally belonged to a luxury designer brand, but its influence has undeniably surpassed socioeconomic boundaries and spanned generations. Whether you like to wear your Gucci Links big and layered like Grammy-winning songwriter Theron Thomas (who hails from St. Thomas, U.S.V.I.), or prefer a more casual version like small earrings or chokers, many Virgin Islanders feel their accessory collection isn’t complete without a touch of Gucci. It’s a subtle yet strong badge of identity and a reminder of home wherever you roam.

Virgin Islanders residing away from home, like D’Moi Rouse, feel a sense of connection when they see …