From brooches to bangles, we’ll show you how to incorporate elegant vintage style into your everyday fall look.
Mixing modern fashion with authentic vintage style is definitely an art form, but it doesn’t have to be out of reach. A smart fashionista knows that you can (and should!) have both on-trend pieces and classic, sophisticated elements. Taking your look from common to classy is as easy as adding the right vintage piece. When the cooler temps of fall have you reaching for scarves, sweaters, and leather boots, don’t forget to complete your outfit with one of these vintage favorites.
BROOCHES
From silk print to grandma’s crocheted masterpiece, now is the perfect time to mantle your outfit with the color and warmth of a lovely scarf. Clay, mustard, and plum are timeless hues for fall. Bring a vintage touch to your wrap by tucking an elegant brooch into the (left) corner fold. Brooches aren’t just for special occasions. They bring the right slice of elegance to an everyday look. If you’re new to styling scarves with brooches, here is a great video to get you started.
This Stanley Hagler clip is beaded in glass and offers an exquisite gold tone to complement fall’s favorite colors. If you’re looking for something very rare and a bit more flirty, this blue and gold Cathe cabochon brooch is the perfect little treasure for your outfit. Produced for a limited time in the 1960s, Cathe Jewels were trademarked by prong-set rhinestones and gorgeous colored cabochon stones.
BRACELETS
While an armful of bangles might be more of a summer affair, fall fashion still has room for a touch of glamour at the wrist. Your best bet is to stick with classic gold braids or chunky single bangles, placed lightly over a sweater sleeve or just past the cuff.
This chunky yellow bangle bracelet is made from bakelite, an early plastic resin material used to make jewelry in the 1920s and 30s. Offering bold colors and smooth shapes, it’s a popular choice for the fall. For a more elegant accessory, check out this Goldette Victorian revival bracelet
EARRINGS
Last but not least, vintage earrings can be a modish way to marry old and new fashion in one effortless fall outfit. The key here is to find a pair that pops but does not overwhelm your overall look. Earrings are a fun way to play with more color, bringing tones of red, marigold, emerald, and navy to your style.
These yellow faux coral and rhinestone statement climber clip earrings would pair well with a high-neck sweater and wool hat. Or how about taking it back to the 80s & 90s with these teardrop enamel earrings? Either way, you can’t go wrong!
If you love scouring collections of vintage rhinestones, gems, and timeless gold, then you already know the joys of classic fashion. Sporting your favorite treasures on the way to work or at a crisp walk in the park is definitely possible.
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