Fashionable People Are Wearing This "Dated" Jewelry Trend

The hottest jewelry trend of spring 2026 can be found in your grandma’s jewelry box: brooches. My favorite piece was gifted to me by my own grandmother when I was very young. This is a two-tone sterling silver pin depicting a Dachshund. Since then, I have become interested in collecting unique and cute pins. As fate would have it, this age-old trend is set for a revival.

As seen on spring/summer runways from Mathieu Blazey’s Chanel to Miguel Castro Freitas’ Mugler, the “dated” accessory is making a comeback. Jonathan Anderson’s haute couture collection for Dior S/S 26 rivals a florist’s shop bouquet. Blooms, architectural pinnings and animal-themed brooches are among the major trends.

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Moving away from the runways, fashionistas have embraced the spring 2026 trend, and used it both practically and aesthetically. Tying it to hold up a sweater draped over the shoulder or embellishing the lapel of a blazer or as the calling card of a style set. After all, this “dated” jewelry trend is for those who know about it.

Grateful for my grandmother’s foresight, I’m well-equipped to style the brooch trend this spring. Whether I choose to wear it over the breast pocket of an oversized button-down (inspired by). Chanel S/S 26, of course) or on the collar of a jacket, it just comes down to the brooch. Something crazy. Something structural. Something ancient. Whatever the case, I suggest contacting a loved one for a family heirloom, browsing secondhand, or shopping for any of the lovely brooches included below.