MÉLANGE BROOCH

The mix of clear crystals and white pearls catches the light beautifully, and at just over an ounce it stays put without tugging on my blouse. I've gotten more compliments on this 3-inch piece in one evening than I have on any other accessory I own.

Wore this on a plain black dress for a wedding and got asked about it three times before dinner. The pearls catch the light nicely without looking cheap, and at 3 inches it's big enough to actually read as a statement piece. The clasp held all night, no sagging.

I pinned this to the lapel of my wool coat and the white pearls against the antique finish look so much richer than the price suggests. It's 3 inches long, so it actually holds its own on a thick collar instead of getting swallowed up.