The Brooch Inspired by a Bird

If you've ever seen a male peacock on display, you've likely been awed by the gorgeous array of feathers that make up the bird's tail fan. A luminescent and vivid screen of rich and complementary colors is supported by a geometric yet fluid structure that sets the stage for one of nature's most beautiful sights. It was with this structure in mind that our peacock brooches were created; acquired by us in a strictly limited edition, these stand-out pieces evoke the grace and splendor of the peacock, in costume jewellery materials that are sure to light up any choice of clothing. In fact, the exceptional beauty and intricacy of these brooches makes them the perfect choice for wedding jewellery, whether the pin serves as a focal point for a shrug or wrap, is worn like a corsage or choker, or is placed on the dress itself to add extra shine and sparkle to the bridal ensemble. But whether worn on the big day or on an exciting night out, reflecting the gray skies of winter or the hot brilliance of summer, these incredible crystal brooches are a stylish and extravagant choice.
Anyone who likes big gems is sure to fall head over heels for a Janeo peacock crystal brooch; positioned slightly off-center to create visual interest and contrast, an extraordinary thirty millimeter Swarovski crystal serves as both the backdrop and the central attraction of the piece. With an abundance of facets that reflect a rainbow of hues and a perfectly polished and smooth surface, this giant round crystal is a gem lover's dream. Surrounding this stone, a swirl of smaller rocks whip around the brooch, creating a sense of movement and extension that echoes the dramatic sweep of the peacock's tail. Starting off the series, a circle of small round Swarovskis are studded around the piece, while a second row of substantial, pointed oval crystals are arranged in a semicircle that curves around the center of the brooch in an impressive arc.



Providing the finishing touch, an abstract, stylized swirl stretches from the middle of the central stone towards the perimeter of the costume jewellery brooch, ending in rounded points that add intrigue to the overall design. Within this swirl, two rows of round Swarovskis create a counterpoint of sparkle with horizontally-oriented lines, bringing the impression of the peacock to life. An incredible gift for jewellery lovers with a special taste for nature-inspired designs, intricate rhinestone jewelry, and abstract style, these crystal brooches can make any occasion extra-special. But they're not available forever –part of our collection of limited edition pieces, the rhodium-plated brooches only number one to three pieces per color (choose from silver or gold-toned settings). Evoke the elegance and intrigue of the peacock with one of Janeo's exclusive and exotic crystal brooches.

Swirling Sensation

Sometimes it seems that the old standards always get the spotlight. In the world of jewelry and accessories, focus lies heavily on the kinds of pieces brought to mind when one envisions strolling through a Tiffany's outlet or beholding the glitter and glitz on head and hands of a glamorous woman. But jewelry has a long and rich tradition of traveling to other parts of the body, as well. From anklets to ornate body chains recalling the mystique and fashion of the Near East, to adhesive gems and toe rings, jewelry knows its way around the human form in more ways than which we normally give it credit. Seemingly even more left waiting in the wings for a chance to shine is the belt buckle. An utterly adorn-able fashion item, the belt buckle tends to stand out in the minds of the general public as something conferred to rodeo stars or heavyweight champions when dolled up. Yet the belt buckle has a story to tell about the way in which women's fashion can be highlighted, punctuated, and complemented with a small, structural big of pizazz.
The belt buckle as a fashion piece is confronted by the same challenges as faced by more common items such as earrings, necklaces, and bracelets. Namely, it must convey its message within a very limited space, and make itself noticeable without overpowering the onlooking eye. Of course, the belt buckle has a bit more area to work with, and tends to have a uniform, flat surface, allowing for many artistic opportunities that other jewellery pieces lack. Belt buckles range from the plain and modest to the truly ostentatious, with every shade of statement in between. And though we have a few favorites on either end of the spectrum, our love affair with belt buckles is centered squarely in their marriage with Swarovski crystals. The glittering facets and clean, vivid colors of these stones along with their versatile size allows for range of designs that add the perfect touch of glamour to a whole host of outfits.



This sparkling, swirling belt buckle pushes all our crystal-loving buttons with its incorporation of both clear and dark champagne stones. Set on an absolutely gleaming background of coppery gold, the stones play with form and line as the clear crystals develop a double row of ornate swirls, and their darker counterparts bedeck the backdrop. The buckle is a limited edition piece and is exclusive to Janeo, and we couldn't be more proud of it as a standard for the quality craftsmanship, thoughtful design, and great looks of our stock.



The buckle measures an ample eight by five and a half centimeters, providing the perfect focal point for slacks and skirts of a number of styles, as well as for belted dresses. While it can be incorporated into your own design or a different belt, the buckle comes from Janeo complete with a long, three and a half centimeter wide black belt with several size adjustment features. Let your waistline speak with this magnificent belt buckle, but beware, your neck might get a little jealous.