I wish brooches would come back

[justjulia]

I''ve been thinking lately about having a signature piece brooch. Something that I would wear daily on a blazer. A few well placed little diamonds here and there. Has anyone seen any interesting sites with them? I know I could always go custom, but I don''t have a clue what I want it to look like, yet.

I just think they are so "romantic" and well, romantic. Timeless and classic. Anybody think similarly?

 

[Sundial]

I totally agree Julia. I think a nice brooch looks so classy on a blazer. Tiffany''s has some wonderful ones in all price ranges. Of course I am partial to this one from the Swing collection since I have the matching ring and bracelet.

 

[kenny]

Oh, just wear them.
Be a trend setter.

People will admire you for it.

 

[canuk-gal]

HI:

I love brooches--especially antique filigree ones. And as Kenny states....be a trend setter.....

cheers--Sharon

 

[crown1]

i don''t think brooches are out. i see them worn on blazers on tv quite frequently. sorry to highjack but kenny now that you are back may we see your ring?

 

[widget]

Art Nouveau has a wonderful collection of brooches...maybe she''ll jump in with some pictures!

I think they''re elegant, and look wonderful on blazers, etc... I think AN wears hers frequently..and she certainly is elegant!

I agree that we don''t see them as much as we should. I think Madeleine Albright and Queen Elizabeth have tried, but they aren''t a trend...yet.

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[pricescope]

Date: 3/9/2007 12:46:15 PM
Author: widget
I think Madeleine Albright and Queen Elizabeth have tried, but they aren''t a trend...yet.

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They are still trendy just lower on a body, which gives sometimes too trendy look. Madeleine Albright has quite a collection, she was a note speaker at GIA symposium and told the stories about them and got a new one as a gift.

I will shot my Dandelion brooch later today.

 

[Nicrez]

I am an avid brooch fan, but mostly as a nice elegant close for a Cashmere wrap in the spring or a a cheaper silk scarf or wrap in the summer...

I think it''s the pattern and look that determines trend. Ahhh...I hate trends, why look like everyone else?

As a matter of fact if I see one more trendy jewelry piece I will scream. i love epople with cool and interestingly different tastes! Take a risk!

 

[Kaleigh]

I love brooches!! Nanny gave me a beautiful sapphire and diamond one. It looks amazing on a black suit. I say wear what you want. To me they are classic, and a great way to dress up a suit, etc...

 

[justjulia]

Thank you for all of your responses. I would LOVE to see some pictures. I have a small diamond "circle of life" brooch, about the size of a dime, which I get compliments on all the time when I wear. I''d like something a little larger, maybe a floral shape...I dont know yet. I''m ready to be inspired. I guess it is spring time that''s doing it.

 

[justjulia]

Date: 3/9/2007 9:55:21 AM
Author: Sundial
I totally agree Julia. I think a nice brooch looks so classy on a blazer. Tiffany''s has some wonderful ones in all price ranges. Of course I am partial to this one from the Swing collection since I have the matching ring and bracelet.

That is just beautiful. I will have to get over to Tiffany''s downtown Atl. to browse.

 

[Nicrez]

FYI, browse the Skinner Auction House (Boston) catalogue online for some cool brooches. They have oodles of Art Deco pieces, and who knows... If not, it''s fun to see styles!

http://www.skinnerinc.com/asp/search.asp

I WANT that lizard skin Heremes cuff...except I can''t really wear cuffs! I have two and I NEVER like them on...

Happy hunting! If you do bid, you can bid by phone!

 

[Ellen]

Date: 3/9/2007 1:00:44 PM
Author: Nicrez
I think it''s the pattern and look that determines trend. Ahhh...I hate trends, why look like everyone else?

As a matter of fact if I see one more trendy jewelry piece I will scream. i love epople with cool and interestingly different tastes! Take a risk!

I absolutely agree. I refuse to buy trendy stuff, unless I fall madly in love with it, then I buy it, but not because someone''s telling me to.


I love brooches too.

 

[pricescope]

Promised dandelion on my dogs neck (not pinned)

 

[pricescope]

The whole sad picture called "I love you mom but you are inadequate..."

 

[Miranda]

Date: 3/9/2007 5:21:26 PM
Author: Pricescope
The whole sad picture called 'I love you mom but you are inadequate...'

Nice 'flower'! I think your dog has more than a little bit of Ridgeback in it!!! What a sweetie pie!

ETA: OMG!!! Is that an actual brooch????? I was so busy looking at the dog that I thought it was an actual dandelion. We need colser pics of that. I cannot believe the detail!!!!

 

[justjulia]

Date: 3/9/2007 5:21:26 PM
Author: Pricescope
The whole sad picture called ''I love you mom but you are inadequate...''

Oh I just LOVE your picture!!!! Here''s mine...she''s like, "hi mom!" (and where''s that hotdog you just had?...)

 

[justjulia]

Date: 3/9/2007 5:38:50 PM
Author: Miranda

Date: 3/9/2007 5:21:26 PM
Author: Pricescope
The whole sad picture called ''I love you mom but you are inadequate...''

Nice ''flower''! I think your dog has more than a little bit of Ridgeback in it!!! What a sweetie pie!

ETA: OMG!!! Is that an actual brooch????? I was so busy looking at the dog that I thought it was an actual dandelion. We need colser pics of that. I cannot believe the detail!!!!

Ditto--PICTURES PLEASE!

 

[justjulia]

Date: 3/9/2007 4:40:37 PM
Author: Nicrez
FYI, browse the Skinner Auction House (Boston) catalogue online for some cool brooches. They have oodles of Art Deco pieces, and who knows... If not, it''s fun to see styles!

http://www.skinnerinc.com/asp/search.asp

I WANT that lizard skin Heremes cuff...except I can''t really wear cuffs! I have two and I NEVER like them on...

Happy hunting! If you do bid, you can bid by phone!

Wow, I enjoyed the eye candy there! Thanks

 

[Sundial]

Date: 3/9/2007 5:21:26 PM
Author: Pricescope
The whole sad picture called ''I love you mom but you are inadequate...''

Irina your brooch is just exquisite and such an unusual piece! I also adore your dog and yours too Julia - what sweethearts!!!

 

[Madam Bijoux]

Some of my best friends are brooches.

 

[Ellen]

Date: 3/9/2007 5:38:50 PM
Author: Miranda

Date: 3/9/2007 5:21:26 PM
Author: Pricescope
The whole sad picture called ''I love you mom but you are inadequate...''

Nice ''flower''! I think your dog has more than a little bit of Ridgeback in it!!! What a sweetie pie!

ETA: OMG!!! Is that an actual brooch????? I was so busy looking at the dog that I thought it was an actual dandelion. We need colser pics of that. I cannot believe the detail!!!!

LOL!

Irina, I know you had said you thought your pooch had some RR in him, and I think you are right! And lol at your pic title.

That brooch is really cool too.

 

[wifey2b]

I always thot brooches were always in - giggle - guess I am not one that follows trends - giggle
My brooches are not anything expensive - just costume brooches - but some are pretty and some are just fun - but if you wanna wear brooches - then by all means - wear them :}

 

[justjulia]

Another thing I wish was back in style is mens'' hats. The kind you wear with a suit. I just love the old movies with all the hats!

 

[Art Nouveau]

Widget,

Thanks for your kind words. I do have quite a few brooches. I have been collecting brooches for years. I wear them all the time. I don''t care whether they are in or not. A nice brooch can definitely dress up a blazer or jacket. I have posted a few before previously. I do not have photos of all my brooches, but I will try to take some next weekend. My avatar is a genuine Art Nouveau period iridescent enamel brooch. The enamel is not in percfect condition, but I love the colors of the enamel and the soft flowing lines of the piece.

AN

 

[Art Nouveau]

Here''s a Buccellati like hand engraved flower pin made in Italy:

 

[Art Nouveau]

Gold lily made by the same company that made the anemone flower pin:

 

[Art Nouveau]

Plique-a-jour enamel butterfly. This one is a reproduction made in Istanbul.

 

[Catmom]

Oh Art Nouveau, your brooches are stunning! And Irina, I love your dandelion brooch. It''s so unique and detailed. I love brooches. I live in cold, windy Chicago area so turtlenecks in winter are a must. Since it''s hard to wear pendants with a turtleneck, I often wear brooches. Count me in as a fan.

 

[widget]

Oh, Art Nouveau! I''m so glad you found this thread and posted some of your brooches! I can''t wait to see some more.

The butterfly brooch knocks me out. Absolutely stunning. I think the use of bi-colored tourmaline in the wings is SO COOL!!

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