Audra's Brooch Lore
Oct 12, 2026
What makes a good coat brooch?
There are numerous ways to wear a vintage brooch on outdoor wear such as on the collar, lapel, or shoulder. A brooch can be used to keep a scarf in place or worn on a hat for decoration.
Oct 11, 2026
How to keep a brooch from falling off...
All brooch lovers know that we risk losing our favourite pieces every time we pin them on and head to work or play. Find out how to keep a brooch from falling off and prevent the dreaded brooch flop.
Jun 16, 2026
Audra's Brooches and Alfies Antiques Market
Join Audra's Brooches at Alfies Antiques to celebrate fifty years of trading. And while the 50th birthday reflects on five remarkable decades, it also marks the beginning of a new chapter for the market. Alongside long-established dealers, Alfies is increasingly championing a younger generation of traders, collectors, makers and pop-up exhibitors shaping a new wave of antiques culture in London. “We've enjoyed the last 50 years and plan to enjoy the next.” - Bennie Gray
May 11, 2026
How do you know how old a brooch is? Part 1 of 2.
Discover how to date a vintage brooch. Part 1 explores Georgian mourning jewellery — sepia miniatures, rock crystal, and symbolic imagery explained.
Feb 20, 2026
What is a rhinestone?
A sparkle that brings all the light and the attention to you!
A rhinestone can be called paste, diamanté or crystal....
Sep 17, 2025
Copper and Bronze Vintage Brooches - Ancient materials updated for our modern style
Through the practice of ancient alchemy Copper, was paired with the planet and the goddess Venus, and by extension love. It is one of four metals that has a unique colour.
Apr 10, 2025
What's new pussycat?
Cat Brooches are a lot like real cats – elegant, stylish and fun. My collection of Big Cats Little Kittens vintage brooches, like their furry models receive heaps of attention.
Apr 3, 2025
Why do we wear cameo brooches?
Cameo brooches are an ancient sculpted type of jewellery usually of a facial profile or sometimes a full figure. They can be found on rings, necklaces, pendants and brooches. Men and women can be found on cameos but the most prolific style is a profile of a woman's head.
Mar 6, 2025
Why do we wear insect brooches?
Today, the importance of insects to our natural world, especially pollinators such as bees and butterflies, is very well known. Many people choose to wear insect brooches to reflect their appreciation of environmental issues.
Jun 10, 2024
Who is Sarah Coventry?
Unlike its competitors, Sarah Coventry did not focus on getting prime counter space in department stores, or selling its wares to Hollywood movie stars in order to move its inventory. Highly collectible, Sarah Coventry brooches are one of Audra's Brooches most popular vintage designer pieces.