Indeed it wasn't just Miriam's neck that was gripped last night during Primetime... the entire country found themselves thrown into a frenzied debate as to whether it was a 90s resurgent fashion statement too far - especially when worn by someone who's rumoured to be running for President (Ian Dempsey mentioned it this morning, so it must be true. And, as a bonus for winning, you get to pack the family off to the Aras. GOWAN MIRIAM).
The general consensus was...
I'm still laughing at Miriam O'Callaghan wearing a choker on prime time like.... what? pic.twitter.com/zILXlJkDYt
— chris (@crsoneill) April 1, 2015
Just hearing now that Miriam O'Callaghan wore a choker on prime time. Sadly, I honestly actually find this exciting.
— Xtina Connolly (@PokingBagels) April 1, 2015
ok miriam o callaghan wearing a choker is the only thing i care abt for the next week dont talk to me about anything else
— sewer rat (@Ciaramish) April 1, 2015
Omgggg Miriam O'Callaghan wearing a choker on prime time, can't breathe 😂😂😂 pic.twitter.com/ZB6E4ybPcf
— Becca Byrne (@RebeccaByrnee) April 1, 2015
In response to the inevitable onslaught, Miriam said:
@VIPmagaz Thanks guys! Love them - thank the Lord they are back in fashion.
— Miriam O'Callaghan (@MiriamOCal) April 1, 2015
And, if you fancy getting one for yerself...
@Clisare I love them too. Bought this one in Topshop. They have lots of chokers & they are all great.
— Miriam O'Callaghan (@MiriamOCal) April 1, 2015
Speaking via The Independent, the mother of 8 added: "The reaction has been hilarious. I love chokers and always did so I am delighted they are all back in fashion...I got a hugely positive reaction to it so happy days. I will wear another one tonight." Amazing.
There's a saying that goes "if you remember it the first time around, you're too old to wear it the second time around" - or something to that effect. In this case, that's not true. She looks just as good as Wigfield (dancing is mandatory. We won't judge.)