Once a symbol of formality, the brooch is quietly becoming one of fashion’s most expressive accessories again. Seen on the streets of Paris and New York, pinned onto wool coats, scarves, and structured blazers, it brings a sense of individuality back to winter dressing. But today’s brooch isn’t about nostalgia — it’s about reinterpretation. It’s about turning what you already love into something new.
image: leandra medine At CINCO, we believe in versatility through design. That’s why several of our pieces — from the sculptural Diana Maxi Earrings to the asymmetrical Gilberte Earrings and the organic Kokoro Earrings — can double as modern brooches. Their architectural forms and metallic tones evoke the same energy as vintage pins but with a contemporary pulse. Imagine fastening one onto a lapel, layering it over a knit, or styling two together for contrast: silver and gold, curved and linear, soft and structured.
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This holiday season, forget predictable sparkle. Go for subtle radiance instead — a gold accent on camel wool, silver gleam against black cashmere. The beauty of a brooch lies in its placement; it’s the punctuation mark of an outfit, the quiet statement that says you’ve thought about every detail. CINCO’s designs invite that freedom — pieces meant to be worn differently, every time.