“VETEMENTS” 2017-2021 Archive-referenced mother of pearl flower brooch

From VETEMENTS, which has challenged fashion's appearance itself by shifting established values and by infusing luxury and irony into the context of everyday wear, we are pleased to present a masterful piece of jewelry imbued with a critical sensibility. While it exudes a glamorous presence reminiscent of classic costume jewelry, its reverse clearly bears the modern brand’s intent. Firstly, what is striking is a lush, three-dimensional floral motif formed by overlapping oval parts like petals; the white, lustrous mother-of-pearl–like surfaces catch light from different angles, creating subtle shadows within a single tone, and giving the piece an almost sculptural depth despite its decorative nature. Each component is framed by rounded contours, and the surrounding gold-toned milgrain detailing tightens the soft white surfaces, avoiding excessive sweetness while preserving elegance and achieving a striking radiance. The design naturally expands from the center outward; rather than simply replicating a flower's symbolism, it presents an abstract floral form reimagined as jewelry, imparting a modern, fashion-forward tension that goes beyond mere prettiness. Moreover, whereas the surface conveys a refined impression, the back uses a metal base with a radiating texture across the entire surface, and this meticulous construction of the unseen part grounds it as an object with substantial presence rather than a mere ornament. The central plate is engraved with the lowercase logo vetements in a mechanical, orderly sans-serif font, creating a sharp contrast between the front's classical motif and the back's inorganic modernity; this duality is the key allure of this piece. Additionally, the fastening uses a rotating safety clasp, ensuring practicality as a brooch. It is designed to function securely on the garment, not merely for decoration. Although sizeable, the petal-shaped surfaces distribute the weight, so when positioned at the chest on a jacket, coat, or knit, it does not create undue pressure and naturally draws the eye. The added value of this piece lies not in making it appear as antique jewelry, but in deliberately presenting that sensibility together with the contemporary brand name. While it borrows motifs reminiscent of 1950s–60s costume jewelry, the back bears the clearly modern vetements name, and the overall texture is refined to an exceptionally contemporary standard; this is not nostalgia, but a reconstruction that quietly challenges what feels authentic and what looks luxurious. It is natural to date it roughly from 2017 to 2021. This is supported by the brand's founding in 2014, the presence of the full-spell lowercase vetements logo on the back (not a later shortened form), and an approach that reinterprets archival bourgeoisie vibes and classical ornamentation as modern irony, which strongly overlaps with the brand's milieu from the late 2010s to the early 2020s. Although the appearance is classic, the treatment of symbols is highly contemporary, and it is precisely this incongruity that marks its era, making the date range credible. In styling, pairing it with a refined jacket, a drapey shirt, and trousers whose vertical lines are elegant will maintain the overall look's tension while adding a touch of ornamentation at the chest in a balanced way; likewise, wearing it with a minimalist dress or a smooth coat will more clearly highlight the intersection of classic and contemporary. By keeping decoration restrained and letting this brooch do the talking within a quiet ensemble, it becomes a standout piece that further underscores VETEMENTS' distinctive aesthetics of quotation and reinterpretation. We invite you to take advantage of this opportunity.