1. Obviously you all are aware of my love for Michelle Obama. She is fantastic in many ways, which I will bring up several times throughout the lifespan of this blog, I'm sure! One of the ways her fashion sense inspires me is through her use of brooches. I always thought brooches belonged on old ladies, but then Michelle came along using broaches to add some pizazz to her already fabulous outfits. And Bam! Shift in perspective!
2. Around the same time I started opening up to this brooch business, I learned my friend Amy was also into using brooches to jazz up a dress, jacket or any ole outfit! Here's how the story goes. While I was living in DC, Amy took me to her favorite jewelry store, The Legendary Beast. This place is a definite treasure--great vintage and antique jewelry and not too much of a strain on the wallet. Yes, please! To my surprise, Amy was looking at the selection of brooches and she's certainly not 98! She's my age! Another eye-opening moment. The jeweler mentioned that since Ms. O was on the scene, brooches have become more popular. Are we surprised? Nope. Of course, lets give credit to Ms. Amy. She is ahead of the game and knew all along just how valuable a brooch can be to an outfit.
3. Mad Men. Need I say more? Have you seen the brooches the ladies rock? Specifically Ms. Harris? She's combines brooches and her signature necklace and it looks damn good! By the way, as I was searching for pictures of Joanie, I learned you can purchase a replica of her signature necklace at 1928.com- for those of you who are interested.
So what lesson have learned today? Brooches are fun, versatile accessories worn by intelligent, stylish women. How could I not embrace them?
Here I am modeling my very first brooch. Purchased in Prague.
