Five open-cut petals, each in a different shade of enamel, make up this flower brooch, roughly 6 cm across. Blue sits beside olive green, raspberry beside powder pink and lilac, and three small coloured stones catch the light. A magnetic disc sits behind the flower, with a round counter-plate that goes underneath the cloth, so the brooch moves from a coat to a bag in seconds.
Five petals open around a raised centre, and each one is cut away in the middle so a little of the fabric shows through. The enamel runs through five shades: deep blue, olive green, raspberry, powder pink and lilac, each one faintly marbled. Three small stones punctuate the piece, pink and green out on the curves, blue right at the centre. A gold-tone frame outlines every petal and holds the shape together.
Behind the flower sits a magnetic disc, and a round counter-plate, dotted around its rim, goes underneath the cloth. The two meet through the fabric, so silk, a fine knit or a chiffon blouse are left unmarked once the brooch comes off. Heavier cloth works as well, though on a felted coat or a tweed jacket it pays to press the counter-plate flat and give the brooch a gentle tug before you head out.
On a dark jumper the five colours read from across a room, and the brooch becomes the only jewellery the outfit needs. On a blazer, the lapel keeps a 6 cm flower in proportion and the cut-out petals still catch the eye. On a bag, set it on the flap rather than the strap, where the magnet has two flat surfaces to grip. You will find other enamelled blooms among the flower-shaped pieces we stock.
| Diameter | About 6 cm |
|---|---|
| Petals | Five, open-cut, on a gold-tone frame |
| Enamel | Deep blue, olive green, raspberry, powder pink, lilac |
| Stones | Three, pink, green and blue |
| Back | Magnetic disc with a round counter-plate |
A dry cloth after wearing lifts finger marks and traces of perfume, which is most of the care this piece asks for. Long contact with water is worth avoiding, since it dulls enamel and loosens set stones. Store the brooch flat in its own pouch so the raised petals never rub against another piece, and keep it away from bank cards, like any magnetic accessory. For the other motif families, animals and graphic shapes included, browse the complete brooch listing.