Wednesday 24th June, 2009

We Love..Filigree

Filigree has its origins in ancient times and is characterised by delicate intertwining of gold or silver threads, often in a repeat pattern. Examples of this work can be found in earrings, necklaces, bracelets and belt buckles.

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Hairpiece from Mariana Hardwick

Imagine a vintage style dress with adorned with a velvet ‘belt’ fastened with a vintage filigree clasp. Delicate filigree earrings would look stunning teamed with a classic sheath style dress, making the earrings a feature of your look.

A filigree brooch catching folds of fabric on your dress whether at the hips or under the bust would look stunning.

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Hayworth Buckle from Stephanie Browne

If filigree jewellery is not your style then try a filigree pattern on the lace you use on your dress. Try a soft colour in your lace such as a coffee colour (over cream satin, for instance), or find lace adorned with silver thread work that gives it a filigree look.

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