A wearable electronic, e.g., audio, device is provided having ornamental and deployment modes. A flexible loop of the device allows for at least partial conformal contact with a surface of an individual or the individual's clothing, or both. A first ornamental component is physically associated with the loop. At least one flexible cable segment extends from the loop or the ornamental article and terminates in an electronic component. An electronic interface is wired to each electronic component for electronic communication therebetween. A second ornamental component is physically associated with the first ornamental component, the loop, or the at least one cable segment. During ornamental mode, the interface and the at least one electronic component is partially or wholly hidden. During deployment mode, the at least one electronic component is placed in substantially immobilized contact to a surface of the individual that is not contacted by the loop.