A fabulous pair of vintage gold-tone statement earrings designed in the form of beautifully textured woven straw hats, complete with an applied ribbon and bow detail around the crown.
These earrings have a wonderfully substantial, sculptural presence with a rich woven texture that gives the gold-tone finish exceptional dimension. The raised crown, braided-looking brim and polished ribbon detail create a refined couture-inspired look reminiscent of the bold fashion jewelry of the 1980s and early 1990s.
They are unsigned, but the quality, scale and construction make them a striking addition to any collection of vintage statement jewelry.
Despite their substantial appearance, they are medium weight and comfortable for their size.
Details
- Vintage statement earrings
- Gold-tone metal
- Sculptural woven straw hat design
- Raised three-dimensional crown
- Applied ribbon and bow detail
- Textured woven surface
- Clip-on backs
- Unsigned
- Medium weight
- Statement size
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Circa 1980s–1990s
Measurements
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Diameter: 1 3/4 inches
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Height / Depth: 3/4 inch
Condition
Excellent vintage condition. The gold-tone finish remains bright and beautiful with minimal age-appropriate signs of previous handling. The dimensional woven detailing and applied ribbon elements remain intact, and the clip mechanisms are functioning properly.
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Styling Notes
These are the kind of earrings that instantly elevate a simple look. Pair them with a black dress, crisp white blouse, tailored blazer or silk scarf and let the sculptural gold-tone design become the focal point.
They have a wonderful French couture-inspired feel without being overly formal—bold, polished and unmistakably vintage.
Collector’s Notes
Novelty-inspired fashion jewelry reached a wonderful level of sophistication during the 1980s and early 1990s, when designers transformed familiar objects into oversized wearable sculpture.
The woven hat motif, dimensional construction and applied ribbon detailing give this pair exceptional personality while still maintaining an elegant, highly wearable look.
For collectors who appreciate unsigned couture-quality vintage jewelry, these are especially charming.
