Vintage earrings
In the world of jewelry and fashion, several trends coexist. Some women prefer modern styles with simple geometric shapes and minimalist design. Others are more attracted to oversized accessories and imposing dimensions, whether rings, bracelets, earrings , or necklaces . Some women, on the other hand, opt for vintage earrings. These antique jewels, which had their glory days in the past, have become trendy again in recent years. Sometimes sold at very high prices, they can be unique pieces made of precious materials. Discover the characteristics of these accessories from another era.
What is vintage jewelry?
There are several competing definitions regarding the term "vintage." Generally, vintage jewelry is a beauty accessory made and worn between the 1930s and 1970s. This period is sometimes extended to the 1920s, 1980s, and jewelry from earlier centuries. Vintage jewelry doesn't actually have a specific style. It encompasses the various categories of rings, earrings, necklaces, and bracelets that were popular during those decades.
These accessories are characterized by their rarity. Unlike many modern costume jewelry pieces that are mass-produced and industrially produced, vintage earrings are handcrafted . Often, the existing models are few in number, or even unique. As a result, they can be very expensive and sold at exorbitant prices, but this is not always the case. This depends in particular on the materials they are made of. It is quite possible to find rare pieces at an affordable price!
Some vintage accessories are still worn because they are strong and durable. Durability is one of the main quality criteria for vintage jewelry. They also have another distinctive feature: their unique style and design. This touch of originality can be accentuated by the presence of stones like amethyst, patinated metals, and antique cultured pearls. These pieces of jewelry may be imperfect and show signs of wear, making them even more unique and sought after by women who want to add antique pieces to their jewelry collection.
Some examples of pretty vintage earrings
Dangling earrings were very popular in the 19th century with beautiful models of golden earrings , often very long and decorated with stones and gold. At the beginning of the 20th century, women wore single pearls or pearls decorated with stones. Then the 1930s marked the arrival of clips and bright colors. The shapes diversified until the 1960s and 1970s, a period during which floral motifs, hoop earrings and stones predominated: crystal, garnet, lapis lazuli, mother-of-pearl, onyx, opal, topaz.
Since the 1970s, trends have become numerous. Now, women wear all kinds of jewelry! All styles are possible, as long as you choose shapes and colors that match your outfits.
- Sleeper earrings to prevent the loss of your accessories;
- Silver plated or sterling silver earrings ;
- Discreet wire-shaped earrings ;
- Stud earrings, minimalist stud earrings and vintage stud earrings;
- Big or small chips ;
- Symmetrical or asymmetrical pairs;
- Costume jewelry with rhinestones, charms, pearls, various metals.
Nune and the vintage-influenced earrings
The Nune workshop offers a wide selection of leather jewelry in a variety of shimmering colors ! If you like vintage style, you'll definitely find what you're looking for in our online store. Discover our selection of round stud or hoop earrings and many vintage gold models with floral or geometric motifs. Feel free to choose your favorite colors : most of the accessories in the store are customizable ! Thanks to the different types of leather used by our designer Céline Wibault, you can create a multitude of accessories to make a unique gift for yourself or the person of your choice. We also offer other materials like natural stones and metal to create sublime vintage looks. For any information on our earrings, bracelets , and necklaces, the Nune team is at your disposal.