Buckles are loved by people of all ages and go with a wide range of outfits, giving them the mood they want. Because if you wear a flower-shaped brooch, you’ll look romantic, whereas a retro brooch will make you look like an elegant lady. The same brooch can be worn with dress, a blouse or a jacket, or to adorn your hair or a hat, cap or even a belt. A brooch pinned on a coat will give your style an individual touch and a bright accent to the dull autumn and winter palette.
In the old days, a brooch had a strictly defined place: a large one was worn on the lapel of a jacket, a small one on a dress, about 10 cm below the left shoulder. Nowadays, fashion does not define the place where the brooch should be worn, but it can make a difference – it will draw attention to the brooch’s surroundings. Evening brooch, festive dresses in the centre of a deep neckline will draw attention to the bust, while a belt will emphasise the slenderness of the figure. And a brooch closer to the neck will draw the eye to the face. When choosing a brooch for a jacket, it’s important to keep in mind the proportions: a small brooch on a wide lapel will get lost, so a larger one would be better, while a massive brooch won’t fit on a small lapel. But if you still want to wear it on a jacket with small lapels, then you can pin it on the side or on the pocket, but it is important not to weigh the garment down. By the way, the brooch will not be noticeable if it blends in with the fabric of the garment.
The main rule is that the brooch should be the only accent in your outfit, because you will look incongruous if you also wear a massive neckpiece jewelleryand earrings. Moderation should really prevail here, and a matching brooch should be enough to keep the company bracelet, a ring!