Fashion editors love to call trends. At the risk of jumping on that one, we can no longer ignore the accessory craze that's experiencing a resurgence this season: chokers. The beloved '90s jewelry is back on the throats of style setters around the globe. We saw chokers on the fall 2016 runways at Alexander Wang and Rihanna's Fenty X Puma show, as well as on the pop star herself. But it's always so refreshing to see those runway trends on the streets.

We spotted these ladies in New York. Each one shows that the necklace renaissance is upon us, and open to a variety of interpretations. Here are some looks we love as well as some historical tidbits about the choker.

The classic black velvet or fabric choker has been around since the '90s-the 1790s, that is. Aristocratic French women would tie ribbons on their necks to commemorate those lost to the guillotine. The fashion caught on across Europe. Sometimes women would decorate these simple bands with broaches or jewels. In the 1800s, black ribbons could be used to identify prostitutes.

Beaded chokers date back to ancient Egypt, where they were thought to have protective properties. Gold and lapis lazuli were common materials on these necklaces. During her trips to India, Princess Alexandra of Wales saw beaded and gold choker designs on women, and she brought the trend back to Europe. It's thought that because of a neck scar, the princess frequently donned elaborate choker necklaces. Many other European women in the Alps regions of Germany and Austria also used chokers to hide goiter lumps caused by iodine deficiencies. Beaded chokers returned in the 1970s and then again in the '90s, and of course are surfacing again now.

Bow chokers are a less severe way to wear the fabric variation of the look. We like how this one is untied and paired with a collared shirt in a menswear-inspired nod to a loosened necktie.

A delicate chain across the neck is such a feminine way to wear the trend. If the chain is on the smaller side, layering another necklace or two helps to draw attention to the subtle piece of jewelry.

Artisan-inspired or global designs create a bold statement piece. Intricate metalwork, beading and even fringe are reminiscent of Valentino's gorgeously executed fall 2016 show.

A pretty little charm can quietly call attention to the necklace's sweeter side. Sure, chokers were worn by royalty, aristocrats, ladies of the night and goth girls, but Degas's ballerinas also often sport black bands on their throats.

This lovely barbed wire choker recalls the neck tattoo styles that were so popular in the '90s. Beautifully wrought in stunning gold, however, this version has grown out of any awkward stage to be a sophisticated version of that wannabe-edgy style.

- Britt Olson