First Glance - SOLDLength: approximately 16 1/2 in. (42 cm)
Mesmerizing, ravishing faceted nugget cut of precious blue Kyanite become a focal alongside with the sculptural 2-pearl brooch with tulips and leaves. Accompanying bits are rock crystal tumble cut, faceted barrel cut smoky quartz and some Swarovski crystals for that hidden effect. Closed with a toggle clasp.
The color of the Kyanite is quite tricky to be photographed. It's more on the blue side, with a hint of gray and green. It has these gleaming streaks and speckles that are just so fascinating.
Of course, you can wear the brooch in the center or wear it to the side of your collar bone.
This is truly a one of a kind piece!
The vintage brooch has some wear off of the gold plating, but it's not that noticeable. And there's a dark spot on one of the petals of the bottom flower as well.
I think these imperfections just add the beauty of the piece itself.
Close up shot of the vintage brooch:
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Andromeda - SOLDLength: 22 in. (56 cm)
Elegance meets style.
These words represent this necklace. Dark chocolate shell pearls on one side and large white freshwater pearls on the other. The focal is a beautiful vintage brooch with a lush layering of textured leaves is accented with a dainty faux pearl.
The brooch is in excellent vintage condition, high quality gold filled hardware, marked 'C.R. CO 12KGF'. The brooch has this Grecian feel, hence the name.
The fact that I used two different materials on the necklace made this piece versatile.
Wear it with the brooch in the middle or collarbone. Wear the dark chocolate pearls on the bottom, vice versa or anywhere you see fit, really.
One of a kind!
The close up look of the brooch:
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Chihiro - SOLDMeasurements: 20 in. (51 cm), 31.5 in. (80 cm) with extension chain
Beautiful, soft colored, neutral necklace with vintage Japanese buttons with seashell detailing, large blushing freshwater pearls and smoky quartz in faceted rounds and faceted rectangles.
Wear it long with the bold extension chain or detach the chain and wear it short with a re-purposed clasp from a vintage bracelet that came from Botanical earrings.
Note that the clasp has some wear on it, but not noticeable.
This is a classic piece with a little bit of twist!
One of a kind!
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Flamenco - SOLDLength: 7 1/2 in. (19 cm) with 20 in. (51 cm) ribbon on each side
Vintage petite brooch of a bouquet of red roses is matched with jet black Czech crystal rondelles, two tones of red of Swarovski crystals and finished off with crisp shiny black satin ribbons as closure.
The red color of the roses has worn off a bit on the edges, but despite this, the brooch is in a very good condition.
Obviously, the color theme was inspired by the seductive flamenco dancers.
One of a kind!
Close-up shot of the vintage brooch:
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Wreath - SOLDLength: 24 in. (61 cm) with 4 1/2 in. (11 cm) pendant drop
A detailed retro brooch with emerald green rhinestones is re-purposed into a pendant matched with rock quartz, dark green agate, Swarovski crystals and rhinestones.
The necklace is extended by black grosgrain woven ribbon. Closed with a toggle clasp.
One of a kind!
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La Vie en Rose - SOLDLength: approximately 22 in. (56 cm)
A (not-so-simple) necklace featuring a beautiful vintage four roses bouquet brooch.
Paired with a peachy pink carved rose-floral, rutilated quartz ovals with Swarovski rhinestones embedded, and creamy, blushing Swarovski pearls.
The brooch itself is in good vintage condition. A little wear on the stalks, but not noticeable.
The inside of the roses have a little bit of verdigris from age.
The petals have textures, forming a 3D effect.
Note: one of the rutilated quartz' surface is a little bit of rough (not smooth), but this is not a defect.
One of a kind!
Close-up shot of the vintage brooch:
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The Affair - SOLDLength: the top layer is 16 in. (40.6 cm), the bottom is 18 in. (45.7 cm) with a bottom drop of 1 in. (2.5 cm)
Somber jet black faceted onyx teardrops were hung on the vintage interlinks necklace, intertwined with black suede string.
Next, a layer of round faceted black onyx were added for more drama.
And a layer of crystal rhinestone chain is there for a little more sparkle.
Tiny Swarovski crystals were here and there for some balance.
This will look great for either that formal occasion or to just jazz up a simple outfit.
One of a kind!
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Ingenue - SOLD Length: 15 in. (38 cm) with 20 in. (51 cm) ribbon on each side
A beautiful serene necklace with vintage filigree 4 pearls floral brooch as a focal.
The necklace consists of three layers of faceted rounds of smoky quartz, Swarovski crystals in ash silver and dust pink and the last one is white blushing freshwater pearls.
On the top, there's also pink and white freshwater pearls with high grade faceted barrel-cut smoky quartz.
The necklace is extended with soft silky dusty pink ribbon and works as a closure.
One of a kind!
Close-up shot of the vintage floral brooch:
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Hopeless Romantic - SOLD An imposing necklace consists of jet black faceted teardrop onyx, Czech crystals in swirly cut shape, faceted barrel cut smoky quartz, tumble clear rock quartz, freshwater button-shaped pearls, Swarovski rhinestone chains, crystals and links, and a pair of silver mesh bows.
And as if that's not enough, I added some black satin and suede tie ups.
The necklace has a substantial weight to it.
Finished off with a muted cool gray grosgrain ribbon.
A little bit of rock and roll yet still have that girly touch.
One of a kind!
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Black Tie - SOLD Length: 18 in. (46 cm) with 20 in. (51 cm) of ribbon on each side.
A grandiose piece with huge jet black Czech faceted oval crystals, faceted onyx made into a 'bow', creamy Swarovski pearls, and crystal rhinestones chain.
The focal here is this stunning(!) vintage oval connector with faux pearl cabochon, black enamel and rhinestones. Finishing end is jet black satin ribbon. The necklace has a substantial weight to it.
I absolutely love this piece. It has this sort of Chanel-esque feel to it and old Hollywood but super-sized with the elements used.
One of a kind!
Detailed shot of the vintage connector:
