Butler & Wilson Silver Plated Mouse Brooch with Rhinestones
By Butler & Wilson
Located in London, GB
Wonderful Butler & Wilson silver plated mouse brooch, embellished with black and clear rhinestones.
Butler & Wilson Silver Plated Mouse Brooch with Rhinestones
By Butler & Wilson
Located in London, GB
Wonderful Butler & Wilson silver plated mouse brooch, embellished with black and clear rhinestones.
Vintage Butler & Wilson Large Enamelled Father Christmas Brooch 1980s
By Butler & Wilson
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A rare and early and huge Vintage Butler & Wilson Father Christmas Brooch. Crafted in gold plated metal and enamelled in gold, white, red and green.
Butler & Wilson 1980s Gold Tone Black Stone Cross Brooch
By Butler & Wilson
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Step into the world of vintage glamour with the Butler & Wilson 1980s Gold Tone Black Stone Cross Brooch.
Vintage Butler & Wilson Heraldic Coat of Arms Brooch 1980s
By Butler & Wilson
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Vintage Butler & Wilson Heraldic Brooch from the 1980s. Crafted in gold plated metal and adorned with enamel and rhinestones adoring the intertwined initials of this world famous j...
Butler & Wilson Gold Plated Etruscan Revival Statement Brooch circa 1980s
By Butler & Wilson
Located in London, GB
Fabulous Butler & Wilson gold plated Etruscan Revival brooch, with drops and purple rhinestones.
Gold Plate
$471Sale Price|20% Off
Whimsical Oversized Rainbow Crystal Pavé Butterfly Brooch By Butler & Wilson
By Butler & Wilson
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the '80s - 4.75" x 2.5" - Gold plated - Encrusted with colorful crystal rhinestones, some with iridescent aurora borealis ...
Butler & Wilson Large Double Heart Brooch with Clear Crystals circa 1980s
By Butler & Wilson
Located in London, GB
Large vintage Butler & Wilson gold plated double heart textured brooch, embellished with clear crystals.
Crystal
Butler & Wilson Poured Glass Jewel Tone Brooch with Pearl Drop, 1990s
By Butler & Wilson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Butler & Wilson 1990’s Poured Glass Jewel Tone Brooch with dangling faux blistered pearl.
Sapphire
Butler & Wilson Silver Tone Rosebud Brooch with Clear, Pink and Blue Crystals
By Butler & Wilson
Located in London, GB
Fabulous large vintage Butler & Wilson silver tone rosebud brooch, with sparkling clear, pink and blue crystals.
Crystal
Butler & Wilson Gold and Silver Tone Eagle Head Brooch with Rhinestones
By Butler & Wilson
Located in London, GB
This wonderful Butler & Wilson heavy statement brooch is circa 1980s.
Vintage Signed Butler & Wilson 4-1/2” Scorpion Brooch
By Butler & Wilson
Located in New York, NY
This brooch measures 4-1/2” x 3” and is signed “Butler & Wilson”.
Butler and Wilson Crystal Dancing Couple Brooch pin
By Butler & Wilson
Located in New York, NY
Large dancing couple brooch encrusted with clear and black Swarovski crystals. Larger oval crystals used for the heads and 7 moveable strands for the skirts. Size: 6 x 13.5 cms Like ...
Butler and Wilson Oversized Hand Brooch
By Butler & Wilson
Located in New York, NY
Huge brooch by Butler and Wilson, London. Measuring 6" x 3", this brooch will cover any shoulder.
Gilt Metal
Y2K Large Butler and Wilson Koi Fish Brooch
By Butler & Wilson
Located in London, GB
Collectable early 2000s Butler and Wilson koi carp fish brooch with an enamelled rainbow tail and multicoloured crystals forming the body.
1980s Giant Butler & Wilson Aurora Borealis Cupid Brooch
By Butler & Wilson
Located in London, GB
This magnificent original 1980s diamanté cupid design pin brooch is by celebrated British costume jewellery designers Butler & Wilson (see notes) and is in impeccable vintage conditi...
1980s Giant Butler and Wilson Diamante Skeleton Brooch
By Butler & Wilson
Located in London, GB
This magnificent original 1980s diamanté skeleton design pin brooch is by celebrated British costume jewellery designers Butler & Wilson (see notes) and is in impeccable vintage cond...
Base Metal
Fabulous Butler & Wilson Crystal Dancing Couple Statement Brooch Pin
By Butler & Wilson
Located in Montreal, QC
Exquisite Butler & Wilson Couture Brooch featuring a Dancing Couple set with Sparkling Faux Diamond Dusky Pink and Black Swarovski Crystals; beautifully detailed; Black Rhodium finish.
Butler Wilson Signed Faux Diamond Dachshund Dog Brooch Pin
By Butler & Wilson
Located in Montreal, QC
Delightful signed Butler & Wilson Dachshund with drooping ears Brooch Pin encrusted from head to toe with sparkling multi-colored faceted CZ, jet glass eyes safely set in teardrop so...
Gold Plate
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H 3.75 in W 6 in D 0.5 in
1980s Butler and Wilson Giant 6 Inch Swarovski Crystal Butterfly Brooch
By Butler & Wilson
Located in London, GB
1980s Butler and Wilson giant Swarovski multicoloured crystal butterfly brooch.
Butler & Wilson Signed BW Enamel Faux Multi-Gem Dog Brooch Pin
By Butler & Wilson
Located in Montreal, QC
Adorable Terrier Dog Glossy brown Enamel encrusted with sparkling seed crystal glass in tones of turquoise, ruby, citrine & amethyst with a pink enamel tongue, jet nose and eyes dres...
Gold Plate
Butler Wilson Designer BW Enamel and Crystal Chick Bird Tree Brooch Pin
By Butler & Wilson
Located in Montreal, QC
Roll over clasp in good condition approx. 6cmx4cm; Signed to the reverse BUTLER & WILSON. An adorable collectable brooch…A Must Have for that Special Someone…Including You!
Gold Plate
Butler Wilson Designer BW Faux Diamond Pearl Angel Christmas Tree Brooch Pin
By Butler & Wilson
Located in Montreal, QC
Designer Signed BW Butler & Wilson Christmas Tree Brooch Pin featuring interlocking Angels set with Faux Pearl and Teardrop Crystals in Gold tone mounting; approx. 2 1/8 " high.
Gold Plate
1980s Butler and Wilson Swarovski Diamond Giant Maltese Cross
By Butler & Wilson
Located in London, GB
1980s Butler and Wilson giant Swarovski diamond maltese cross brooch.
Tiger Brooch
Located in Alford, MA
Roaring tiger head brooch by Butler & Wilson, 1980s, based on a Hattie Carnegie original.
Vintage Butler and Wilson Enamel Crescent Moon and Stars Brooch Pin
By Butler & Wilson
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful Crescent Moon and Stars Brooch set with Sparkling Ice Crystals and enhanced with black Enamel Signed: BUTLER WILSON Brooch.
Enamel
1980s Original Issue Butler & Wilson Flamingo Brooch
By Butler & Wilson
Located in London, GB
An absolutely stunning original 1980s Butler & Wilson flamingo brooch in rose gold tone metal alloy with diamante rhinestones finished and black enamel beak.
Butler & Wilson Modern Multi Colour Crystal Mask Face Brooch
By Butler & Wilson
Located in London, GB
This is a fabulous statement brooch with sparkling crystals, by London designers Butler & Wilson.
Fabulous Butler & Wilson Rhinestone Fringe Lovebirds Heart Brooch Pin
By Butler & Wilson
Located in Montreal, QC
Vintage Butler & Wilson Rhinestone Lovebirds Heart Brooch Pin brooch featuring two clear crystal chaton rhinestone birds with trailing rhinestone fringe tails, perched atop a pink rh...
Butler Wilson Frog and Crown Enamel Brooch Pin England
By Butler & Wilson
Located in Montreal, QC
Fabulous Butler Wilson of England Whimsical Pin depicting a sitting Frog holding a faux pearl in its mouth; the enamel accented body is set with cabochon faux rubies; eye set with a ...
Gold Plate, Enamel
Butler & Wilson Gold Tone Flower Brooch and Earrings with Crystals
By Butler & Wilson
Located in London, GB
Fabulous vintage Butler & Wilson gold tone flower and bee brooch, and matching flower earrings.
Crystal
Butler Wilson Iconic BW Sparkling Diamante Deer Statement Brooch Pin
By Butler & Wilson
Located in Montreal, QC
Exquisite Butler & Wilson Couture Brooch featuring two prancing Deer set with Sparkling Pink and Green Swarovski Crystals, Beautifully detailed; signed: B & W VINTAGE; measuring appr...
Gold Plate
Butler & Wilson Mother Owl & Babies on a Branch Pin Brooch
By Butler & Wilson
Located in Montreal, QC
This striking brooch features a Mother Owl and her Babies on a Branch, set with a multitude of glittering crystals and enamel enhancement; Add sparkling impact to a coat, jacket or ...
Gold Plate
Sensational Butler & Wilson Red Black Crystal Dancing Couple Brooch Pin
By Butler & Wilson
Located in Montreal, QC
Fabulous Butler & Wilson featuring a Sparkling Dancing Couple brooch set with red, black and clear faceted rhinestones; silver-tone metal; measuring approx 5.25” high; Jazz up a bag,...
Whimsical Frog Prince Figural Enamel Brooch By Butler & Wilson, 1980s
By Butler & Wilson
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - 2" x 1.75" - Gold plated - Green enamel - Clear crystal rhinestone pavé - Emerald green and ruby red glass cabochon details - Faux pearl accent - Butler & Wil...
Enamel
Butler & Wilson Red Enamel Star and Saturn Planet Brooch Pins
By Butler & Wilson
Located in Montreal, QC
Celestial and Sparkling…These Beautiful Gold tone Butler & Wilson Planet design pins show Rich Red Enamel, set with the brightest Swarovski Rhinestones. Stand out from the crowd. Per...
Gold Plate
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H 4.34 in W 5.12 in
Vintage Butler & Wilson, London Statement Pearl & Crystal Cascade Brooch 1980s
By Butler & Wilson
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A magnificent and very large Butler & Wilson Pearl Cascade Brooch. Featuring a long pin set with crystals dripping with six glorious lines of claw set crystals and pearl droplets.
Butler & Wilson Large Flower Brooch with Clear and Aurora Borealis Crystals
By Butler & Wilson
Located in London, GB
Large vintage Butler & Wilson gold plated layered flower brooch embellished with clear and aurora borealis crystals.
Crystal
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W 2.38 in L 2.94 in
Butler & Wilson Gold Plated Flower Brooch with Clear & Aurora Borealis Crystals
By Butler & Wilson
Located in London, GB
Butler & Wilson large gold plated flower brooch embellished with clear and aurora borealis crystals.
Butler & Wilson Silver Plated Aurora Borealis and Clear Crystal Bow Brooch
By Butler & Wilson
Located in London, GB
Fabulous Butler & Wilson silver plated bow brooch featuring clear crystals with a pastel aurora borealis crystal edging.
Butler & Wilson Gold Plated and Gold Aurora Borealis Crystal Pegasus Brooch
By Butler & Wilson
Located in London, GB
Fabulous Butler & Wilson gold plated fantasy Pegasus brooch encrusted with gold aurora borealis crystals.
Butler & Wilson Designer Signed BW Faux Gemstone Christmas Tree Brooch Pin
By Butler & Wilson
Located in Montreal, QC
Designer signed BW Butler & Wilson Christmas Tree Brooch set with sparkling Faux Multi Gemstones in Gold tone mounting; approx. 2.25 inches high.
Gold Plate
Butler & Wilson Signed Crystal Eye and Arrow Brooch Pin Original Box
By Butler & Wilson
Located in Montreal, QC
Awesome Signed Butler & Wilson Eye and Arrow Brooch. Hand set with Sparkling blue and clear Crystals.
Crystal
Vintage Butler & Wilson Designer Signed Yellow Chicks Christmas Tree Brooch Pin
By Butler & Wilson
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Butler & Wilson BW Designer Signed Christmas tree composed of Yellow Chicks set with Aurora Borealis stones and topped by a Red Star. In Gold tone mounting. Measuri...
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W 2.5 in L 3.9 in
Butler & Wilson Gold Tone Flower and Leaves Brooch with Multi Coloured Crystals
By Butler & Wilson
Located in London, GB
Large vintage Butler & Wilson gold tone flower and leaves brooch, with sparkling vibrant multi coloured crystals.
Crystal
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W 1.6 in L 2.7 in
Butler & Wilson Large Black Enamel Clock Brooch with Clear Crystals circa 1980s
By Butler & Wilson
Located in London, GB
Large Butler & Wilson silver plated black enamel clock brooch, embellished with clear crystals.
Crystal, Enamel
Butler Wilson Designer Signed B&W Diamanté Holiday Christmas Tree Brooch Pin
By Butler & Wilson
Located in Montreal, QC
Designer Butler & Wilson Christmas Tree Brooch Pin featuring Green Diamanté and Sparkling Faux Gems on Gold tone mounting; Signed B&W.
Gold Plate
Butler & Wilson Signed BW Gold Glitter Diamanté Bird Fan Tail Brooch Pin
By Butler & Wilson
Located in Montreal, QC
Fabulous Gold Glitter Crystal Bird Fan Tail Brooch, enhanced with sparkling faux Diamonds; Roll over clasp; Signed to the reverse: BUTLER & WILSON; Approx. 4.5cm x 10cm; Box included.
Gold Plate, Gold
Butler & Wilson Signed BW Silver Glitter Diamanté Bird Fan Tail Brooch Pin
By Butler & Wilson
Located in Montreal, QC
Fabulous Silver Glitter Crystal Bird Fan Tail Brooch, enhanced with sparkling faux Diamonds; Roll over clasp; Signed to the reverse: BUTLER & WILSON; Approx. 4.5cm x 10cm; Box includ...
Silver Plate, Silver
Butler & Wilson Designer BW Silver Glitter Crystal Angel with Horn Brooch Pin
By Butler & Wilson
Located in Montreal, QC
Signed with a BW authenticity tag on the reverse; Measures approx. 8cm/3" wide; comes in a Butler and Wilson box. Enjoy the Holidays! A Must Have for that Special Someone…Including ...
Silver Plate
Butler & Wilson Golden Crystal Encrusted Shooting Star Tassel Pin Brooch, B&W
By Butler & Wilson
Located in Milford, DE
Vintage pin from mid to late 1900s, from UK-based costume jewelry designer Butler and Wilson. A sparkling, crystal-encrusted shooting star, accented with cascading tassels that add d...
Crystal, Gold Plate
Butler & Wilson Evil Eye Tear Drop Diamante Blue Crystals Designer BW Brooch Pin
By Butler & Wilson
Located in Montreal, QC
Fabulous Butler and Wilson Evil Eye Tear Drop Diamanté Brooch.
Silver Plate
BUTLER WILSON B&W signed Marshall Field huge silver glass pearl designer brooch
By Butler & Wilson
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed B&W BUTLER WILSON • silver tone with glass stones and faux pearl • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with m...
Gold
Butler Wilson Designer Signed BW Gold Glitter Crystal Angel with Horn Brooch Pin
By Butler & Wilson
Located in Montreal, QC
Signed with a BW authenticity tag on the reverse; Measures approx. 8cm/3" wide; comes in a Butler and Wilson box. Illuminate your look with this Dynamic pin.
Gold Plate
Designer Signed Butler and Wilson Crystal Crescent Moon Cat and Mouse Brooch Pin
By Butler & Wilson
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Designer Signed Butler and Wilson Sparkling Golden Crystal Cat and Tiny Mouse perched on a Crescent Moon Brooch Pin.
Crystal, Gold Plate
Sparkling Red Chinese Dragon Pin by Butler and Wilson. Huge.
By Butler & Wilson
Located in University City, MO
This huge Butler and Wilson Chinese dragon Pin is just incredible! Carpeted with tons of glittering red, orange, and clear paste crystal stones. The design is so very pleasin...
Crystal, Base Metal
Early Butler and Wilson Pink Flamingo Brooch. 1980's.
By Nicky Butler
Located in University City, MO
This is an iconic 1980's piece from London's Butler and Wilson. You just NEVER see this one on the market these days. Chunky. Incredible quality. The pink Swarovski crystals are hi...
Crystal, Base Metal
Articulated Lizard Brooch
By Butler & Wilson
Located in New York, NY
Many of these were made by Butler and Wilson in the UK ,but this one is unsigned. 6" x 2.5".
Base Metal
Fob Brooch/Necklace Combination, Butler + Wilson
By Butler & Wilson
Located in New York, NY
Victorian style fob brooch with pendant fitting by Butler and Wilson UK.
Vintage Butler & Wilson Snake Brooch Red White Black Crystals 1980s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
This Vintage Butler & Wilson Snake brooch is forever an iconic piece of jewellery.
Sold
W 4.75 in D 0.25 in L 3 in
Vintage Butler and Wilson Dark Grey Japanned Dangling Bow Brooch Circa 1990s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Butler and Wilson Dark Grey Japanned Dangling Bow Brooch.
Mixed Metal
Butler & Wilson Rhinestone Hand Brooch
By Butler & Wilson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Extra large brooch from Butler & Wilson likely dates to the 1980's.
Butler & Wilson Rhinestone Bellhop Brooch
By Butler & Wilson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage brooch from Butler & Wilson dates to the 1980's and depicts a bellhop carrying luggage.
WILSON&BUTLER Swarovski Crystals embellished Brooch.
By Butler & Wilson
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
A gorgeous WILSON&BUTLER Swarovski Crystals embellished Brooch.
Butler & Wilson Rhinestone & Pearl Snake Brooch
By Butler & Wilson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage brooch from Butler & Wilson dates to the 1990's and is made of gunmetal gray-toned metal.
Huge Vintage Signed Butler & Wilson Crystal Elephant Brooch
By Butler & Wilson
Located in New York, NY
In excellent condition, this brooch measures 4-1/2” x 4-3/4” and is signed “B&W” (Butler & Wilson).
Butler & Wilson Rhinestone Serpent Pin
By Butler & Wilson
Located in New York, NY
This radiant slithering serpent was a 1985-86 Butler and Wilson design and was photographed on Princess Diana in 1986. This lovely creature is covered with black glass and diamantés....
Huge Vintage Butler & Wilson Butterfly Pin
By Butler & Wilson
Located in New York, NY
This huge, vintage, Butler & Wilson pin features a butterfly design with red & clear rhinestone accents in a black enameled setting. It is very light and yet, very well made. It is...
$1,004
Size: Size; Recommended UK 4 - 6.
1988 Vivienne Westwood Black Velvet and Jersey long sleeve corset - Bustier
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Sheffield, GB
A 1988 Vivienne Westwood boned, velvet & jersey corset, with 3/4 length sleeves and zip fasten closure. Size; Recommended UK 4 - 6. Measurements are provided in inches (‘’) Pit to ...
Vivienne Westwood Gold Metallic Lace Corset, fw 1993
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
▪ Archival Vivienne Westwood Corset ▪ Fall-Winter 1993 ▪ Gold metallic lace ▪ Ivory cotton mesh side panels ▪ Built-in boning ▪ Zip closure at the centre-back ▪ Size: UK10 - US6...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2004 Black Multiway Bustier Midi Length Evening Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2004 Black Multiway Bustier Midi Length Evening Dress Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: S/S 2004 Style: Bustier dress Color(s): Shades of b...
Black velvet vest with beaded fringes edge CHANTAL THOMASS
By Chantal Thomass
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black velvet vest with beaded and thread fringes edge. Black Rayon lining. Button and buttonhole on the middle front. SIZE 36/38 (Fr) S/M
Alexander McQueen Rare Vintage Black Velvet White Chiffon Dress Gown NEW
By Alexander McQueen, Valentino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Alexander McQueen 2009 romantic fantasy holiday gown. Strapless bodice fashioned of rich black velvet with panniers at each hip extending into full voluminous layers of white silk...
2002 Tom Ford for YVES SAINT LAURENT antiqued Crystal & Velvet Choker Necklace
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Amazing Yves Saint Laurent runway necklace, from the Fall/Winter 2002 collection by Tom Ford heavily documented and also featured in the ad campaign. This stunning choker features an...
Dolce & Gabbana black silk corset with crystal straps, fw 2004
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in London, GB
▪ Dolce & Gabbana evening corset top ▪ Black silk ▪ Crystal mesh shoulder straps ▪ Built-in bra with lace trim and adjustable shoulder straps ▪ Corset bones throughout ▪ Zipper a...
$3,840Sale Price|20% Off
CHRISTIAN DIOR 2006 John Galliano Vintage Runway silk floral drape dress FR34 XS
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN DIOR 2006 John Galliano Vintage Runway red silk black floral drape dress FR34 XS Reference: TGAS/E00996 Brand: Dior Designer: John Galliano Collection: AW 2006 - Runway Mat...
Vivienne Westwood Couture red taffeta corset and ballgown skirt, fw 1996
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
▪ Vivienne Westwood evening ensemble ▪ Labelled as a 'SPECIAL ITEM' from Vivienne Westwood's Couture line ▪ Constructed from red taffeta backed with silk organza ▪ Boned corset with...
Chanel Massive Byzantine Cross Pendant Brooch by Maison Gripoix
By Maison Gripoix for Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Massive Chanel Cross Brooch in shades of emerald, ruby, topaz and amythest poured glass cabocheons with faux baroque round and pear shape pearls. Intricate scrolled wirework design o...
Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Gilt Metal
$12,304
Size: FR 36 - IT 40 - UK 8
Alexander McQueen red silk chiffon empire evening dress with train, fw 2008
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
Alexander McQueen red crinkled silk chiffon empire evening dress with long train, structured bust and draped skirt. Fall-Winter 2008
VivienneWestwood HandCut Moire CorsetStyle Velvet Red EveningCocktail Dress 1998
By Vivienne Westwood, Vivienne Westwood Gold Label
Located in Chicago, IL
Vivienne Westwood (1941-2022) designed this corset-style hourglass-shaped red velvet evening cocktail dress with its outsized double bow and sheer moire faux-underlay for her "Dresse...
$14,355
Size: FR 42 - UK 14
Vivienne Westwood purple silk taffeta mermaid skirt and corset top, c. 1997
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
Vivienne Westwood Couture purple silk taffeta evening ensemble. High waisted hip hugging mermaid maxi skirt and pleated corset top with lace up fastening. c. 1997
Christian Dior by Galliano Grand Sapphire Blue Silk Demi Couture Dress Gown
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A rare Christian Dior by John Galliano f/w 1999 sapphire blue eyelash silk bias cut gown. Designed with the utmost attention to couture detailing and sophisticated construction. Go...
Vivienne Westwood Corset SS 1992 Runway Worn Rare Collectors black lace ICONIC
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Berlin, BE
HOLY GRAIL Vivienne Westwood Spring/Summer 1992 Collection - a piece that fuses historical seduction with punk-era provocation. Rendered in semi sheer mesh and embroidered black lac...
Atelier 144 straw hat
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
ATELIER 144 - Very large straw hat ornamented with a bow. Atelier 144 brand. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Head circumference 60 cm SKU:CHP27
Vintage brooches, which refer to decorative jewelry traditionally pinned to garments and used to fasten pieces of clothing together where needed, have seen increasing popularity in recent years.
While jewelry trends come and go, brooches are indeed back on the radar thanks to fashion houses like Gucci, Versace, Dior and Saint Laurent, all of which feature fun pinnable designs in their current collections. Whether a dazzlingly naturalistic Art Nouveau dragonfly, a whimsical David Webb animal, a gem-studded bloom or a streamlined abstract design, these jewels add color and sparkle to your look and a spring to your step.
Given their long history, brooches have expectedly taken on a variety of different shapes and forms over time, with jewelers turning to assorted methods of ornamentation for these accessories, including enameling and the integration of pearls and gemstones. Cameo brooches that originated during the Victorian age are characterized by a shell carved in raised relief that feature portraits of a woman’s profile, while 19th-century micromosaic brooches, comprising innumerable individually placed glass fragments, sometimes feature miniature depictions of a pastoral scene in daily Roman life.
At one time, brooches were symbols of wealth, made primarily from the finest metals and showcasing exquisite precious gemstones. Today, these jewels are inclusive and universal, and you don’t have to travel very far to find an admirer of brooches. They can be richly geometric in form, such as the ornate diamond pins dating from the Art Deco era, or designer-specific, such as the celebrated naturalistic works created by Tiffany & Co., the milk glass and gold confections crafted by Trifari or handmade vintage Chanel brooches of silk or laminated sheer fabric. Chanel, of course, has never abandoned this style, producing gorgeously baroque CC examples since the 1980s.
Brooches are versatile and adaptable. These decorative accessories can be worn in your hair, on hats, scarves and on the lower point of V-neck clothing. Pin a dazzling brooch to the lapel of your blazer-and-tee combo or add a cluster of smaller pins to your overcoat. And while brooches have their place in “mourning jewelry,” in that a mourning brooch is representative of your connection to a lost loved one, they’re widely seen as romantic and symbolic of love, so much so that a hardcore brooch enthusiast might advocate for brooches to be worn over the heart.
Today, find a wide variety of antique and vintage brooches for sale on 1stDibs, including gold brooches, sapphire brooches and more.