Allow us to explain it. What it is: If you were a youth in the 1970s, ’90s, or even early, early aughts, then I don’t have to tell you what a puka shell necklace is — but I will anyway!

Crank up the boy band videos, pump up the keg party, and call all your mall rat pals, because cheesy ’90s puka shell necklaces are back! Originating on the Hawaiian islands, the white shell ...

that was exactly what my father referred to the puka shells as, in true dad joke fashion. Well father, you're about to choke on your piña colada because this nostalgic necklace has become chicer ...

And next up on that to-be-resurrected list is a childhood staple. Puka shell necklaces are having a comeback, bringing back the fourth grade post-vacation style that was so popular in grade school.

As a seven-year-old boy in 1970, I remember David Cassidy for ushering in bell-bottom, hip-hugger slacks, the blow-dried, feathered mullet, and also (importantly) introducing me to the puka shell ...

For beach jewelry, we love a mix of effortless layering necklaces, puka shell necklaces and a statement earring in a bright color or unique style. Try layering with a combination of dainty summer ...

Remember the puka shell necklace from your youth? Well, it just got an elevated facelift. A single puka charm dangling off of a delicate gold chain makes for a simple necklace ($48) that can be ...