Tuesday, August 25, 2009

THRIFTED TREASURES

gold leaves

During my last jaunt to the Goodwill, I came across these gorgeous pins. They are 24K gold-dipped Maile leaves from Hawaii. Aren't they beautiful? Even better - I only paid $1.50 for all three of them.

I have quite a few ideas on how to wear them so far. The obvious being as pins on a jacket lapel or cardigan, but I've also thought of pinning (or simply threading them) onto a strip of leather for a funky cuff bracelet or necklace. Then, while watching SATC the other night, I noticed the fabulous Carrie wearing a knit beret with a small brooch on it. Wouldn't these be awesome pinned in a bunch on a pretty knit beret?

I'd love to hear how you'd style them up. Any ideas?

11 comments:

  1. These are absolutely beautiful!

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  2. In sept marie claire ashley olsen adds her pin to close an amazing gown. It's looks just like it's the closure- you'd never know it wasn't part or the dress

    dallas
    http://dillydallas.blogspot.com

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  3. I love that picture in Marie Claire of Ashley Olsen! Especially the pins. These are beautiful!

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  4. Awesome pins, i would love to pin them up on a bunch of pearl necklaces

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  5. All black outfit with all three pins pinned on the right side kind of on a slant, one on top of the other. Or on some shoes?

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  6. What a great find !!!
    Mmmmm I´m thinking on a thick black suede headband..... it should match your hair perfectly.

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  7. I'm with Linda. I mean wear them every way mentioned, but for a real stunner, all black!~

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  8. I really like the idea of a black or navy barett. How creative! Maybe they would add some interest pinned to a stretch belt, too.

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  9. I would maybe wear them near the ahoulder in a cluster to pin a sweater in a new interesting way. Or on a hat would be cute too.

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  10. Those are so beautiful! And I like your hat idea :) Cant' wait to see it.

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  11. I think I may have had the same thought process as you re: beret + vintage pin, alothough I don't have either, I liked the idea of it =P

    PS: I love that skirt. It looks so easy and comfy. Your blog has convinced me that I can totally pull off a maxi skirt/dress this (southern hemisphere) summer, so thank you!

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