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Let’s face it, accessories are important. They can make or break an outfit. And the perfect accessory that can add a touch of elegance to your outfit is a brooch. Working a brooch into your everyday outfit is a great way to add a hint of glamour. And we don’t mean those small pin like things. We’re talking big ones in the shape of flowers. The bigger and bolder the better. Stop thinking that only old ladies wear brooches because believe it or not it’s a trend that’s oh-so-hot right now. You will find a lot of young people and celebrities catching on to this style.
In ancient Roman times, brooches were known as ‘fibulae’. Fibulae were used for more practical functions like to fasten one’s cloaks and keep it in place. But in today’s modern times, it is used for more decorative purposes. The more common type of brooches you find these days are big floral ones or one that’s decorated with gemstones.
There are many ways to work a brooch into your look. It all depends on which area you want to highlight or draw attention to. Instead of buttoning up your cardigan, why not use a brooch to pull it together ala Michelle Obama.
If you want to draw more attention to a low-cut top than wear a brooch on the lowest point of your neckline or on a low cut dress. And don’t limit your brooch to your clothes only; add one in your hair for a sexy finish or pin it on your bag to prettify it. You can also use it as a fastener to hold the bag shut.
If you still have doubts on how to work this accessory then check out our gallery for some tips and where to get this look.
