Pin it to win it: brooches are the wedding accessory of 2026

Somewhere between heirloom and headline-making accessory, the brooch is having a moment—and brides and grooms are invited to the party. According to Pinterest’s 2026 trend predictions, searches for “brooch aesthetic” have jumped by 110%, while “brooch for men suit” is up by 90%. Translation: the lapel is the new playground.

Runways have already signed off. At the fall/winter 2026 Tory Burch show, models wore delightfully surreal sardine brooches—proof that even the most unexpected creatures can become chic. Giorgio Armani’s autumn/winter 2026 presentation at Milan Fashion Week opened with a quietly powerful statement: a classic cashmere flannel suit pinned with a red stone brooch shaped like a lion’s head.

The red carpet is equally enamoured. At the Golden Globes earlier this year, Connor Storrie chose a Tiffany & Co. Jean Schlumberger Bird on a Rock brooch (arguably the most glamorous avian in jewellery history), while Colman Domingo layered a cascade of diamond leaf brooches by Boucheron—nature, but sparkling.

Closer to home, jewellers are leaning gleefully into the flora-and-fauna fantasy. Raj Mahtani’s brooches arrive as bows, butterflies and even sunsets—tiny pieces of storytelling for a lapel. Rare Heritage offers turtles and other creatures; Goenka India crafts owls, hummingbirds, fruits and jewel-toned bugs; and Birdhichand Ghanshyamdas recently dressed Jim Sarbh in a brooch featuring a creature resting on a plant, equal parts whimsical and regal. The biggest animal inspiration probably comes from Anant Ambani’s brooch collection—his vast collection includes multiple versions of the Bengal tiger and a few Cartier panthers to top it off.

There’s drama too. Hazoorilal’s Art Deco styles pair white gold, diamonds and emeralds (or conch pearls) for a Gatsby-worthy flourish, while Raniwala 1881’s diamond peacock brooch—famously worn by Shahid Kapoor—turns the lapel into a mini spectacle. And for those who prefer celestial symbolism, Alok Lodha’s brooch inspired by sky and clouds, crafted with 20 carats of Ceylon sapphires, feels like wearing a perfect day.

The takeaway for wedding style? Forget keeping jewellery confined to necklaces and earrings. In 2026, the most charming detail might just be perched on a lapel—preferably with wings, leaves, or a little bit of sparkle.