From Theresa May’s bemusing choice of bracelets to caps emblazoned with more explicit – and problematic – slogans, it seems no present-day accessory can escape political ties; especially not the symbolic brooch (Amber Butchart skilfully tackles this subject for Frieze).
Those in search of style cues, rather than secret messages, should peruse @thebroochcurator, whose quotidian posts will appease colour and texture magpies.
#TheBroochCurator
Words: Amelia O’Mahony Brady