The Zhush: Let's Get Pinned!

12/21/10

Let's Get Pinned!

Jewelry, like everything else in the fashion world is cyclical. With statement bib necklaces and knuckle dusting cocktail rings having run their course for quite some time now, it won't be long before brooches have their moment in the spotlight again. Fortunately, there are amazing examples at every price point. These beauties range from $36.00 on up to six figures! Can you tell which is which?

Images via: TiffanyAndCo.; DecadesVintageClothing;Net-a-Porter

45 comments:

Cara said...: i have some of the most fabulous kjl brooches...i put them on coats, blazers, and use them to pin sweaters :); 12/21/2010
Diana Mieczan said...: The second one is so beautiful:) Have a great day
Kisses; 12/21/2010
Helena - A Diary of Lovely said...: cute cute owl!; 12/21/2010
Acanthus and Acorn said...: I think they are all fantastic, but I'd wear the second and fourth!; 12/21/2010
Stephanie said...: some lovelies here!; 12/21/2010
christine {bijouandboheme} said...: They're all lovely and I paricularly like the two with the turquoise.; 12/21/2010
jeanette from everton terrace said...: I have always loved brooches. While I sell mostly necklaces in my shop, it's the brooches I am always drawn to when buying.; 12/21/2010
anita @ a dreamer's den said...: The owl is so beautiful; and he looks like he has a real expression on his face! Amazing.
The feather one is my favorite!! :)
Is the first one the most expensive? That's my guess.; 12/21/2010
Bethany Dirksen said...: I completely agree that broaches are about to have their hay day. They are a long forgotten accessory that you can really do a lot with. I can't wait to get back home and raid my grandma's jewelry box for some old classics :); 12/21/2010
Teresa at Splendid Sass said...: I have some beautiful brooches from my aunt and mother. These are certainly beautiful choices, Sue.
Teresa; 12/21/2010
Acquired Objects said...: I love that first brooch, beautiful choices!; 12/21/2010
Staley Mc said...: I love brooches. I wish I had more to wear but I only have one but I think they add a little sparkle to an outfit!; 12/21/2010
Tonia of Chic Modern Vintage said...: Love the owl. Pins dress up any outfit.; 12/21/2010
ilene @ muchloveilly said...: gorgeous brooches! love the owl one!!! the "snowflake" looking ones are so lovely too!; 12/21/2010
quintessence said...: I ADORE brooches, especially vintage (or vintage inspired ones)! Great round up!!; 12/21/2010
I Dream Of said...: These are fab. I have a few vintage ones that I picked up at the Puce de Vanves a few years back and love wearing them as a little bit of unexpected sparkle - especially with a simple pair of jeans, a white T and black jacket...
Have lovely day!
Jeanne; 12/21/2010
Gretchen O. said...: I love vintage pins...they are great on a pashmina this time of year.; 12/21/2010
lisaroyhandbags said...: I've always loved pins - my grandmother had a huge collection of beauties and I used to love looking at them in her jewelry box. They make even the most casual outfit look chic! :); 12/21/2010
Lavender and Lilies said...: Gorgeous. My guess would the owl at being one of the most expensive.; 12/21/2010
sarah, flourish design + style said...: I adore brooches! My father in law picked out one for Christmas for me a few years ago.. it was the sweetest thing ever :) xoxo; 12/21/2010
Connie @ SogniESorrisi said...: I love #4 and the second to last.; 12/21/2010
Belle de Ville said...: And why have you not posted the retro yellow, blue and pink sapphire brooch by Van Cleef & Arpels from Beladora.com. It is magnificent.; 12/21/2010
Melanie's Randomness said...: I wish I didn't have a job that I typed so much because I would wear more rings! These are beautiful!!! =)

Melanie's Randomness; 12/21/2010
Dancing Branflake said...: Gorgeous! I need to get into pins. I cannot tell the difference between expensive and Target jewelry. I'm the worst at that!; 12/21/2010
Tabitha said...: All stunning but I'm one of those odd women who feels out of sorts when wearing jewellery.; 12/21/2010
shari @ little blue deer said...: I'm not even going to try to guess, lol! But I do know that it never fails, anytime I go anywhere shopping, I ALWAYS pick up the most expensive thing first! XX!; 12/21/2010
Amber Blue Bird said...: love that owl pin; 12/21/2010
Marcus Design said...: All so lovely, I think I want the feather! Bring on the bling for the holidays!

Thank you for visiting while I was away, I missed your posts and will be catching up asap!! Hugs to you,
Nancy xox; 12/21/2010
ilovemyhouse said...: Ilove thst first one, though brooches are not very popular in Europe as they are in the US i would love tonwear it.
XX; 12/21/2010
pretty pink tulips said...: I would love to see them make a comeback. A friend looked really chic recently when you pinned an old brooch onto a long pearl necklace!

I'm hooked on this idea! xoxo e; 12/21/2010
style'n said...: you're right they have made a bit of a comeback. love the ones you selected.; 12/21/2010
Danielle.freshquince said...: The first is magnificent...I see brooches at the flea market all of the time and maybe one of these days I'll get one or two!; 12/21/2010
Renee Finberg said...: you are right on target with these pins!!!
great looking
xxx merry merry; 12/21/2010
Adina said...: Hmmm... some of those look familiar...; 12/21/2010
Amy R. said...: Gorgeous! All of these pieces are lovely. Happy holidays Sue!

xo
Amy R.; 12/21/2010
Style Attic said...: Oh wow :) To the pink and blue and will stay true! love, Kel; 12/21/2010
Cassie {Hi Sugarplum!} said...: Glad I hung on to mine from the first go-round! I do still favor an over-the-top necklace tho.; 12/21/2010
Lynda @ Happenstance Home said...: Love the second pin and the owl! So pretty and can add so much to an outfit.; 12/21/2010
SBG said...: love that pink one!!; 12/22/2010
Lana said...: mmn too many lovelies too choose from! Love is my fave!; 12/22/2010
Debby said...: I agree with you on the brooches and was looking for one to adorn my winter coat. I was going to get my Mom one and she said I was aging her and I told her that even the young girls are wearing them... hee hee. xo; 12/22/2010
BALLET NEWS said...: Happy Christmas ! http://wp.me/p124B5-1cJ; 12/22/2010
diane@onlinefabricstore said...: I have always loved the look of brooches and sometimes even wear them myself. There is a book ou there that chronicles Madeleine Albright's famous pins that is a delight to read...can find it on Amazon. You might enjoy all the lovely pics and stories behind her pins.; 12/22/2010
Jenny said...: Gorgeous, gorgeous - loving the feather and turquoise and coral numbers!; 12/22/2010
Oh, My Darling said...: Ooh, I just love a good brooch -- I'm thinking of saving some up for a brooch bouquet!; 12/27/2010

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Let's Get Pinned!

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