Vintage brooches are back in style - and in a big way! Once reserved for your grandmother’s coat, brooches are now one of the hottest jewelry trends for 2025. Whether you’re dressing up a blazer, adding flair to your hat, or even customizing your handbag, vintage brooches bring instant charm, sparkle, and unique personality to any outfit.
At Legacy Collectors, we’re passionate about helping you discover new ways to wear these timeless treasures. Here are 10 unique ways to style vintage brooches and make them the stars of your wardrobe this year!
1. Pin a Brooch to Your Blazer Lapel
Nothing says chic like a gorgeous vintage brooch on your lapel. Choose bold Art Deco designs for a modern power suit look, or delicate florals for romantic vibes. For 2025, oversized brooches are especially on-trend.
Tip: Cluster two or three small brooches together for a statement piece.
2. Dress Up Your Hat
Give your fedora, beret, or sun hat a glamorous twist by pinning a sparkling brooch to the band. This trick transforms even a simple hat into a stylish accessory perfect for spring and summer.
3. Glam Up a Scarf or Shawl
Use a brooch to secure a silk scarf or shawl around your shoulders. Not only is this practical, but it adds vintage elegance to any outfit. Opt for gemstone brooches that catch the light beautifully.
4. Brooch on Your Handbag
2025 is all about customizing your accessories. Pin a vintage brooch to your handbag strap or front flap to add instant personality. Change it out to match your mood or outfit!
5. Add Sparkle to Your Waistline
Cinch your dress or tunic at the waist with a ribbon belt and fasten it with a brooch instead of a buckle. This technique creates a feminine silhouette and shows off your unique style.
6. Wear as a Pendant Necklace
Many brooches have a hidden bail or loop that lets you slide them onto a chain. If yours doesn’t, a local jeweler can add one inexpensively. It’s the perfect way to turn a stunning brooch into a dramatic pendant.
7. Embellish Your Hair
A vintage brooch makes a stunning hair accessory. Secure it to a hair clip or comb for weddings, special events, or even everyday glam. Pearls and rhinestones are perfect for bridal looks.
8. Decorate Your Coat or Jacket
While brooches are classic on wool coats, in 2025, fashionistas are pinning them to denim jackets, leather bombers, and even utility vests. It’s a great way to add vintage flair to modern street style.
9. Wear on Your Collar
Pin a small brooch at the center of a collared blouse for a Victorian-inspired look. This styling trick works beautifully with high-neck blouses and shirt dresses.
10. Brooch Clusters for Bold Statements
One brooch is lovely - but a group is fabulous. Group three or more brooches of different sizes and shapes on your jacket, dress, or bag for a truly unique, runway-inspired look. The key is to choose pieces with a unifying color or theme.
Bring Vintage Beauty Into Your Modern Style
Vintage brooches are more than just jewelry - they’re tiny pieces of history waiting to tell a new story. With so many creative ways to wear them, there’s no reason to let these gorgeous pieces stay in your jewelry box.
At Legacy Collectors, we have an ever-changing selection of vintage brooches - from sparkling rhinestones to delicate florals and bold Art Deco pieces. Explore our collection today and find the perfect brooch to make your style shine in 2025!