Abstract: An ornamental leash for linking a portable object to a user or auxiliary structure where the leash is a flexible, elongate member having a first end including a first fastener, a second end including a second fastener and a body portion, wherein the first fastener can be manipulated to link to one of the second fastener, the portable object, the user or the auxiliary structure, and the second fastener can be manipulated to link to one of the first fastener, the portable object, the user or the auxiliary structure. A plurality of hollow bodies are penetrated by the elongate member to form an ornamental appearance. A variety of fasteners can be used, and include both hooks and loops. Embodiments of the invention further include a lanyard adapted to removably engage the portable object at one end and the ornamental leash at an opposite end. The lanyard may also include a plurality of hollow bodies between the two ends.