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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Lifestyle
Alice Fisher

‘A great jewel to send a message’: how men are leading the brooch revival

Michael B Jordan in a bowtie and tuxedo with two diamond-encrusted Tiffany brooches pinned to his lapel
Actor and director Michael B Jordan sports two rare Tiffany bird brooches at this month’s Oscars. Photograph: David Fisher/Rex/Shutterstock

At this season’s fashion shows and red-carpet events, one accessory has been a standout favourite: a classic jewelled brooch worn on a lapel or breast. Perhaps more surprising is the way these designs, typically associated with Grandma’s jewellery box, have been particularly championed by men.

Actor Paul Mescal wore a vintage Cartier pin to the Baftas. Actor and director Michael B Jordan wore rare Tiffany bird brooches to the Oscar ceremony last week. The Oscar winners for best actor and best supporting actor, Brendan Fraser and Ke Huy Quan, both wore diamond brooches to collect their awards, while RRR star Ram Charan wore a lapel full of decorations that looked like medals.

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