Work Wear

Classic is the label stitched into the lining, and it's a fitting name for a piece built around such an enduring shape. The wool is a fine mid-grey with a soft brushed hand, tailored through the bodice with a shawl collar that folds back cleanly at the neckline. Six buttons run down the front, finish with a slim black belt at the waist, and the skirt below falls into fine, even knife pleats from hip to hem. The open split from waist to hem is perfect for pairing with cigarillo trousers or a straight skirt.

The sleeves are set long with a turned-back cuff, and the whole silhouette sings of coat and dress in one, structured through the shoulder and waist before releasing into all that pleating below.

Wear it as is with simple black flats and a leather tote for the office, or add a soft silk scarf and statement jewels to take it into evening. A cream beret and matching gloves lean further into the era if that's the mood.

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Circa: 1940 - 1970
Origin: Consignment
Label: Classic

Fabric: Wool
Condition: Excellent, commensurate with age and love
Care: Dry clean only

Modern Size Indicator: 8 - 10
Measurements: Bust 36 cm, Waist 34 cm, Hip 46 cm (laid flat)
Vintage Size Indicator: N/A

Fit: Fitted through the bodice and waist with an open pleated skirt
Fixture: Six-button front closure
Features: Shawl collar, long sleeves with turned-back cuffs, knife-pleated skirt

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Minquilla was a fur fabric trademark produced by Sisters, and this coat carries the label still stitched into the lining. The faux fur itself is a deep charcoal grey with lighter tipping through the pile, giving real depth and movement to the surface. A generous shawl collar sits soft against the neckline, and the coat closes with three buttons down the front, with turned-back cuffs finishing each sleeve.

The silhouette is a loose, swing-style cut that skims rather than fits, falling in a clean line from the shoulder to well below the knee. This is a coat built for warmth and presence in equal measure.

Wear it open over a simple knit and trousers for daytime ease, or belted over a slip dress for evening. A deep plum or forest green underneath makes the most of the grey, while cream or soft blush keeps things lighter.

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Circa: 1940 - 1970
Origin: Private Collection
Label: Minquilla

Fabric: Faux fur
Condition: Very Good, commensurate with age and love. One button missing cap, as shown
Care: Specialist dry clean only

Modern Size Indicator: 10 - 12
Measurements: Bust 48 cm, Waist 54 cm, Hip 60 cm (laid flat)
Vintage Size Indicator: N/A

Fit: Loose, swing-style silhouette
Fixture: Three-button front closure
Features: Generous shawl collar, turned-back cuffs, full-length swing coat

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This tote makes an entrance through finish alone. The metallic pewter faux snakeskin shifts from silver to graphite to a deep bronze depending on the light and the angle, with silver hardware and a substantial buckle strap detail across the front giving it real presence on the shoulder. The scale and texture put it firmly in statement territory rather than an everyday neutral - unless that is your neutral.

Style it against soft blush pink for contrast that feels as though it compliments rather than takes over, or let it sit next to a jewel tone for something a little more directional. Mustard yellow brings out the warmth in the metallic tones, while rose will keep things gentler if you're easing into a statement piece for the first time. A strong single colour around it works better than a busy print.

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Circa: 1970–2000
Origin: Consignment
Label: na

Fabric: Faux snakeskin easy care (Poly/Nylon/Acrylic/Acetate), cotton lining
Condition: Excellent, commensurate with age and love
Care: Wipe clean with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight and moisture

Modern Size Indicator: OSFM
Measurements: Large tote style
Vintage Size Indicator: N/A

Fixture: Silver-tone hardware, set buckle strap, front press-stud, rear zip pocket, fully lined interior with internal zip pocket
Features: Statement metallic snakeskin-effect finish, structured slouch shape, generous interior for everyday essentials

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Silver satin can so easily go full mirrorball, but this Thien Dung ensemble takes the sharper road. The long tunic and trouser pairing follows the Vietnamese áo dài silhouette, with a stand collar, diagonal side fastening, long sleeves, deep side splits and matching satin trousers beneath.

The colour sits somewhere between dove and silver moonlight, which makes it a stunning statement. Style it for event dressing with sculptural earrings, a lacquer-red lip, or a small cobalt clutch if you like a clean colour clash.

A striking piece of authentic vintage clothing edging to jsut before the fast fashion era, with the kind of cultural dress reference and construction detail that makes true vintage curation so rewarding.

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Circa: 1970 - 2000
Origin: Consignment
Label: Thien Dung

Fabric: Satin
Condition: Excellent commensurate with age and love.
Care: Dry clean or hand wash

Modern Size Indicator*: 8 - 10
Measurements*: Top: Bust 40cm, Waist N/A, Hip N/A. Trousers: Waist 36cm, Hip 48cm, Front Rise 32cm (laid flat)
Vintage Size Indicator: N/A

Fit: Long fitted at bust tunic over matching trousers, with deep side splits from waist and straight trouser legs.
Fixture: Side snap closures on tunic, rear zip closure on trousers
Features: Two-piece silver satin áo dài-style ensemble, stand collar, diagonal side fastening, long sleeves, shaped front and back seams, deep side splits, matching satin trousers.

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A two-piece scroll-stopper from UK label, Evans. The fabric is soft and slightly textured, almost lace-like under the light, printed all over with a scattered floral in dusty lavender, peach and soft plum. A ruffled stand collar finishes the neckline on the dress, fastening with a single button at the throat, and the pleating through skirt gives real movement when you walk. The jacket discreet pleating set is set off by the simple soft fabric at the bust to waist. This set will be what you wear to a Sunday lunch and quietly outdress everyone.

Wear the dress alone with the belt cinched and a pair of dove grey boots for something soft and pulled together, or add the jacket over the top for an occasion moment. Try it with amethyst tights and a sage green clutch for a colour story that leans into the print rather than away from it, or ground the whole thing with terracotta accessories if you want warmth against all that lavender. Either way, the collar and the pleats do plenty of the work on their own.

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Circa: 1970 - 2000
Origin: United Kingdom
Label: Evans

Fabric: Easy Care (Poly/Nylon/Acrylic/Acetate) wash and wear
Condition: Excellent, commensurate with age and love
Care: Hand wash cold or dry clean, do not tumble dry, cool iron if needed

Modern Size Indicator: 12 - 14
Measurements: Bust 48 cm, Waist 44 cm, Hip 60 cm (laid flat)
Vintage Size Indicator: 16

Fit: Relaxed through the body with ease at the hip
Fixture: Single button closure at the neckline on dress, matching belt
Features: Ruffled stand collar, elasticated wrist, pleated over-jacket back with yoke, fully pleated dress skirt, matching two-piece set, belt can be worn at drss waist or over jacket at waist

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Diagonal stripes have a way of making a scarf feel like it's already in motion, and this one leans hard into that energy. Bands of dusty lavender, powder blue, blush and khaki race across the silk on the bias, edged in cream, the whole thing like a rainbow filtered through a soft-focus 1970s lens. Tie it in a bow at the throat, as pictured, and the stripes fan out like petals, proof this piece was designed for exactly that kind of quiet drama.

Let it do double duty as a headscarf knotted at the nape, a long bow at the neck for a French-girl finish, or simply tied at the waist of a plain top. The palette is soft enough to sit against nearly anything neutral, but for something more stand out try it against a deep plum or a warm rust, colours pulled straight from the stripe itself.

Circa: 1940–1970
Origin: Private Collection - Stylist's Own
Label: Pierre Cardin, Paris
 
Fabric: Silk
Condition: Excellent, commensurate with age and love
Care: Cool hand wash or dry clean
 
Size: OSFM
Measurement: Rectangle (Med)
Features: Hand-rolled hem throughout and a diagonal multi-stripe design that sets it apart from the more common Cardin logo scarves, with the signature block-printed in the corner.

ABOUT THE DESIGNER
Pierre Cardin trained under Christian Dior before opening his own house in Paris in 1950, quickly becoming known for a bold, geometric approach that favoured sculptural shape over the female form. Through the 1960s and 70s he led the Space Age movement in fashion alongside Courrèges and Paco Rabanne, and expanded relentlessly into furniture, homewares and accessories under his instantly recognisable name. His scarves carry that same appetite for pattern and colour play, cementing him as one of the most collected French design names of the era.

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Layers of lavender, violet and grey swirl into a bold abstract floral across this Pine dress, a print with the sweeping, energy that Nordic fashion houses embraced during the 1970s. Cut from a lightweight synthetic knit prized for its drape and colourfastness, the fabric moves easily with the body. Long sleeves taper into buttoned cuffs, while the scoop neckline gathers softly into a contrast piped trim. A defined, elasticated waistband gives way to a full, swinging skirt, finished with a neat centre back zip.

The elasticated waist offers ease through the middle while still marking your shape. Raglan sleeves soften the shoulder line and sit close at the wrist, balancing the fuller skirt below. Wear it loose with boots for daytime ease, or lift it with heels and jewellery for evening. The gathered neckline draws the eye upward and flatters a fuller or more petite bust alike, offering coverage without restriction. A striking, wearable piece of Scandinavian design history.

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Circa: 1940 - 1970
Origin: United Kingdom
Label: Pine Original Fashion

Fabric: Easy Care (Poly/Nylon/Acrylic/Acetate) blend
Condition: Excellent condition commensurate with age and care.
Care: Dry clean or gentle hand wash, line dry

Modern Size Indicator*: 12 - 14
Measurements*: Bust 46cm, Waist 40cm, Hip 60cm (laid flat)
Vintage Size Indicator: N/A

Fit: Semi-fitted through the bodice with a gathered, elasticated waistband, releasing into a full, swinging A-line skirt to a midi length.
Fixture: Centre back zip closure with buttoned cuffs at each sleeve.
Features: Gathered round neckline finished with a contrast dark piped trim, raglan sleeve construction, elasticated waistband, long sleeves with buttoned cuffs, and a floral stripe print that continues seamlessly across the seams.

ABOUT THE DESIGNER: Pine Original Fashion was a Finnish label producing through the 1970s, with a flowing script logo typical of European branding from the era. Its swirling, high contrast florals echo the bold Italian print movement of the decade, filtered through a distinctly Nordic hand. The soft gathering at the neckline reflects the attentive garment making Scandinavian houses were known for at the time.

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Two faces, one flower. Fold this square over and the same orchid blooms twice, once against a soft charcoal ground, once swallowed into black, as though the design itself couldn't decide between shadow and dawn. That's Leonard Paris all over, a house that never met an orchid it didn't want to paint in six different lights. The petals unfurl in dusty mauve and violet, outlined in cream, the sort of print that looks equally at home around your neck or knotted onto a handbag handle.

Wear it as Leonard intended, loose and full at the neck so the sheer nature of the colourways catches the eye, or fold it into a narrow band for the hair where the orchid becomes a single graphic burst. It sits beautifully against black, obviously, but try it with a bold emerald or violet. Simple is equally savvy paired with a white or cream blouse to allow the stunning print to carry the look.

Circa: 1940–1970
Origin: Private Collection
Label: Tamango, Leonard Paris
 
Fabric: Silk
Condition: Very good, commensurate with age and love. Small area of concern as shown
Care: Cool hand wash or dry clean
 
Size: OSFM
Measurement: Square (Sm)
Features: The fine, sheer weight of the silk and the hand-rolled hem are signatures of the house's early scarf production, and the "Tamango" signature woven into the corner is a detail collectors watch for.

ABOUT THE DESIGNER
Founded in Paris in 1958 by Jacques Leonard, the house made its name under designer Daniel Tribouillard, whose love of flowers, the orchid above all, became its defining signature. That orchid motif carried the label from dresses and jersey separates into silk scarves through the early 1970s, dressing women from Paris to New York and earning shelf space at Bergdorf Goodman and Saks Fifth Avenue. It remains the house emblem today, prized for its free, unstructured form. A Leonard Paris scarf carries a genuine piece of that heritage, hand-finished and unmistakably French.

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There's a particular shade of purple that belonged entirely to the sixties, somewhere between amethyst and midnight, worn by women who understood that colour could be its own kind of confidence. This little square carries that exact hue, saturated and unwavering, the sort of purple that commands a room. Fold it, knot it, let it catch the light on a wrist or a handbag handle, and it still reads as deliberate, entirely itself.

Wear it knotted at the neck against a cream silk blouse for a hit of colour against a neutral base, or loop it through the handle of a structured leather bag for a flash of violet that changes an entire outfit. It plays beautifully with warm browns and soft blush pinks, or go bold and pair it with mustard for a combination that feels distinctly mid-century. A scarf this size is made for improvisation, headscarf, hair tie, pocket square substitute, the possibilities are part of the joy of wearing true vintage.

Circa: 1940–1970
Origin: Consignment
Label: N/A
 
Fabric: Easy Care (Poly/Nylon/Acetate/Acrylic)
Condition: Very good, commensurate with age and love
Care: Cool hand wash or dry clean
 
Size: OSFM
Measurement: Square (Sm)
Features: Look closely and you'll see the hand-rolled hem finish along all four edges, a detail that speaks to the era's quiet craftsmanship long before mass production flattened such things into machine stitching.

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Bold violet and lilac squares interlock across a deep purple background in a graphic grid check, finished with a generous knotted fringe on all four sides. The weave has real depth and texture underfoot, alternating flat woven bands with a raised waffle style check that catches the light differently depending on the angle. A "Made in Western Germany" label survives intact on the reverse, a lovely small piece of Cold War era provenance that adds real character to the find.

Fold it into a wide triangle and knot at the nape for a folk inspired finish, or wear it long and loose over a plain black polo to let the fringe swing freely. The violet and lilac tones sit particularly well against grey, black or soft denim, and it makes an unexpected addition tied around the crown of a cool felt hat.

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Circa: 1940 - 1970
Origin: Private collection
Label: N/A

Fabric: Easy Care (Poly/Nylon/Acetate/Acrylic)
Condition: Excellent, commensurate with age and love
Care: Cool hand wash or dry clean

Measurement: Sm Square
Size: OSFM
Features: Woven grid check with textured waffle detailing, knotted fringe on all sides, original "Made in Western Germany" care label intact

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Deep violet and jade weave together in a rich, textured all over print, colour breaking across the silk in dense, organic marks that catch differently with every fold of light. A crisp jade green border frames the design, with the YSL foulards Paris label stitched neatly into one corner. Yves Saint Laurent's silk accessories trace back to the house's very first scarf collection in the early 1960s, hand drawn rather than mechanically ruled, so the pattern shifts and reassembles in new ways depending on how the scarf is tied. True to the house, the silk carries real weight and a lovely fluid drape.

Note on colour: this scarf photographs with some variation across our images, the richer, deeper tone (violet and jade against black) is the most accurate representation of the piece in hand, rather than the brighter green seen in some shots.

Knot it at the throat to let the depth of colour sit close to the face, or fold into a wide band worn as a striking headscarf against plain black. The violet and jade combination works beautifully with charcoal, black or deep denim, and it makes a refined finishing touch looped once around the handle of a structured bag.

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Circa: 1970 - 2000
Origin: Private Collection - Stylists Own
Label: Yves Saint Laurent

Fabric: Silk
Condition: Excellent, commensurate with age and love
Care: Cool hand wash or dry clean

Measurement: Lg Square
Size: OSFM
Features: Dense textured all over print with jade green border, YSL foulards Paris label

ABOUT THE DESIGNER: Yves Saint Laurent opened his own house in 1961 at just twenty five, having already served as Christian Dior's youngest ever successor. His scarves, produced under the Foulards label, grew out of the house's very first dedicated scarf collection, hand drawn designs that broke fashion convention with their bold colour and freehand geometry. A Saint Laurent silk carries the same confident spirit as his ready to wear, rich in colour and unmistakably from one of the twentieth century's most influential houses.

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Neat rings of ivory and pale gold form a precise geometric grid across a pale purple silk background, framed by two solid bands that give the whole design a wonderfully architectural rhythm. There's a lovely restraint to this print, understated where so many vintage pieces reach for the bold, letting the repetition and colour depth shine. The silk carries a smooth, fine hand throughout.

Knot it neatly at the neck for a polished finish against a crisp white shirt, or fold into a slim band and thread through belt loops for a subtle graphic touch. The pale purple and ivory palette works effortlessly with tailoring, denim or monochrome dressing, and it makes a refined addition tied to the handle of a structured bag.

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Circa: 1940 - 1970
Origin: Private collection
Label: N/A

Fabric: Silk
Condition: Very good, commensurate with age and love, slight fading of colour depth that does not detract from wearing as shown
Care: Cool hand wash or dry clean

Measurement: Sm Square
Size: OSFM
Features: Repeating dot grid print with solid banding

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Layered paisley motifs unfold in cornflower, powder blue and ivory across a rich navy ground, radiating out from a central medallion into an ornate scrolling border. The design has real symmetry and precision, each corner mirroring the last with almost kaleidoscopic detail. Fine silk twill gives the whole piece a smooth, substantial weight that holds a knot beautifully.

Fold it into a neat triangle and tie under the chin for a classic equestrian look, or use it to line the brim of a wide straw hat for a pop of pattern peeking through. The cornflower and navy tones sit particularly well against camel, white or crisp denim, and a narrow fold makes an elegant belt loop through tailored trousers.

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Circa: 1940 - 1970
Origin: Consignment
Label: N/A

Fabric: Silk
Condition: Excellent, commensurate with age and love
Care: Cool hand wash or dry clean

Measurement: Med Square
Size: OSFM
Features: Symmetrical medallion paisley print with dense scrolling border

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Cool blues, violet and dusty rose fracture across this scarf in a stained glass style abstraction, a single oversized bloom rendered in bold geometric planes rather than realistic petals. A soft rose pink border runs the length of the piece, framing the composition with a gentle warmth. Lightweight and as stunning as a painting, it reads more like art in its simplicity.

Knot it loosely at the neck to let the colour planes take centre stage against a plain white or navy top, or fold narrow and wear as a striking hair tie. The cool blues and rose tones work beautifully with denim, grey or soft pastels, and it makes an elegant wrist wrap for an unexpected finishing touch.

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Circa: 1940 - 1970
Origin: Consignment
Label: N/A

Fabric: Easy Care (Poly/Nylon/Acetate/Acrylic)
Condition: Excellent commensurate with age and love
Care: Cool hand wash or dry clean

Measurement: Med Rectangle
Size: OSFM
Features: Abstract stained glass style floral print with geometric colour planes

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A lush garden spills across this silk square, lilies, roses and hydrangea heads rendered in vivid magenta and violet against a soft ivory ground, with palm fronds and trailing bellflowers adding movement to the composition. A crisp navy border frames the whole design, giving the exuberant print a wonderfully polished finish. The silk has a fine, fluid drape, easily gathered or knotted.

Knot it at the throat for a burst of colour against a plain navy or white top, or fold into a wide band for a striking floral headscarf. The magenta and violet tones sit beautifully against jewel tones. Brighten a winter wardrobe with this stunning bouquet.

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Circa: 1970 - 2000
Origin: Private collection
Label: N/A

Fabric: Silk
Condition: Very Good, commensurate with age and love. Small area of concern as shown
Care: Cool hand wash or dry clean

Measurement: Large Square
Size: OSFM
Features: Dense botanical floral print with palm frond detailing and navy border frame

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Deep aubergine silk carries a dense batik style floral in soft white and rose pink, leaves and blooms tangled together in the traditional wax resist manner. A diamond motif border frames the design before giving way to a fine striped panel and a generous knotted fringe. The layered patterning has real depth and hand crafted character, with a lovely tactile softness to the silk itself.

Drape it long over the shoulders for a bohemian layer against a plain dress, or knot at the hip as an unexpected sarong style belt over wide leg trousers. The aubergine and rose palette brings warmth to white, cream or soft grey, and the fringed edge adds movement whether worn loose or wrapped twice as a cowl.

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Circa: 1970 - 2000
Origin: Private collection
Label: N/A

Fabric: Silk
Condition: Very good, commensurate with age and love, one small area of concern as shown
Care: Cool hand wash or dry clean

Measurement: Lg Rectangle
Size: OSFM
Features: Batik style floral print with diamond motif border, striped panel and knotted fringe edge

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Bold horizontal bands of jewel toned pink, purple and teal run across this Pierre Cardin silk scarf, each colour block framed crisply in navy for a striking, architectural effect. A woven paisley border trim runs down the centre, a lovely and unusual detail rarely seen breaking up a stripe design like this. The silk has a smooth, substantial hand, with the designer's name printed discreetly within the stripe.

Fold it into a wide band for a graphic headscarf, or knot it long down the front of a plain black dress to let the colour blocking take the lead. The saturated palette works beautifully against denim, white or head to toe black offering a bold statement.

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Circa: 1970 - 2000
Origin: Private Collection - Stylists Own
Label: Pierre Cardin

Fabric: Silk
Condition: Very good, commensurate with age and love, one small area of concern as shown
Care: Cool hand wash or dry clean

Measurement: Lg Square
Size: OSFM
Features: Colour block stripe design with woven paisley border trim running through centre, designer name printed within pattern

ABOUT THE DESIGNER: Pierre Cardin spent seven decades reshaping fashion, moving from tailoring apprenticeships in Vichy to becoming one of the great futurists of twentieth century design. Best known for his space age silhouettes of the 1960s, he was equally driven by business instinct, building one of the first true global licensing empires in fashion history. A Pierre Cardin silk scarf carries that same architectural confidence in miniature, bold colour, clean structure and a name that helped define an era.

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A joyful ribbon of colour, this Oscar de la Renta silk scarf runs deep magenta, cobalt, jade and gold in fine vertical stripes across an unusual half circle shape, one edge finished with a neat centre slit for easy tying. An unusual half circle silhouette is rarely seen in his scarf collections. The silk carries a soft, fluid weight, with the designer's signature stitched boldly along the striped border. A playful yet luxurious accessory with real presence.

Loop it through the centre slit and knot at the throat for a ready made cascade of colour, or drape the half circle over one shoulder for an unexpected, sculptural finish. The rainbow palette lifts any outfit you pair it with for a thoughtful riot of taste.

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Circa: 1970 - 2000
Origin: Private Collection - Stylists Own
Label: Oscar de la Renta

Fabric: Silk
Condition: Excellent, commensurate with age and love
Care: Cool hand wash or dry clean

Measurement: Half Circle (Med)
Size: OSFM
Features: Vertical rainbow stripe print, half circle silhouette with centre slit, designer signature along striped border

ABOUT THE DESIGNER: Oscar de la Renta spent decades dressing the world's most elegant women, building a house on the promise that clothing could be both disciplined and joyful at once. His silk accessories were never an afterthought, they carried the same appetite for colour and movement as his eveningwear, often pushing beyond the expected square or rectangle into shapes like this striking half circle. A piece like this reflects his willingness to treat a scarf as sculpture as much as accessory, playful, considered and unmistakably his own.

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A pair of soaring cranes stretch their wings across a rich magenta ground, rendered in bold silhouette against a pale ivory panel etched with fine wave detailing. The design draws on traditional Japanese motifs, cranes long symbolic of grace, longevity and good fortune, reimagined here in a striking two tone palette. Lightweight and fluid, with a lovely soft sheen.

Fold it into a neat band and wear as a headscarf to let the crane motif take centre stage, or knot loosely at the neck over a plain black top for graphic impact. The perfect gift to someone you love wishing the sentiments that cranes signify!

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Circa: 1970 - 2000
Origin: Consignment
Label: N/A

Fabric: Nylon
Condition: Excellent, commensurate with age and love
Care: Cool hand wash or dry clean

Size: OSFM
Measurement: Sm Square
Features: Bold crane and wave print in two tone colourway

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Rich fuchsia and violet paisley swirls tumble across a black ground, each curling motif traced with a scatter of fine dots that catch the light like beading. The silk offers a wonderfully fluid drape, cool and smooth to the touch, with a neat rolled edge finishing the square. Opulent, jewel toned and endlessly wearable.

Knot it at the throat over a plain polo for instant richness, or fold into a wide band for a striking headscarf. The fuchsia and violet tones sit beautifully against denim, camel or head to toe black, and it doubles easily as a chic bag handle wrap.

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Circa: 1940 - 1970
Origin: Private collection
Label: Trent Nathan

Fabric: Silk
Condition: Excellent, commensurate with age and love
Care: Cool hand wash or dry clean

Measurement: Med/Lg Square
Size: OSFM
Features: Dense paisley scroll print with fine dot detailing, label printed within the design

ABOUT THE DESIGNER: Trent Nathan is one of Australia's most enduring fashion names, founded in Sydney in 1961 and built on a reputation for classic style paired with genuinely luxurious fabrics. Trent Nathan himself led the label for four decades, known for his flamboyant eye and his gift for turning colour and texture into a story on the body. The brand grew to become one of Australia's best regarded fashion houses, later sitting alongside international names like Tommy Hilfiger and Calvin Klein under PVH. A Trent Nathan piece carries real pedigree, and this paisley silk square is a beautiful example of that legacy in miniature.

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Bold vertical bands of teal, magenta and burnt orange march down this scarf, each stripe carrying its own micro pattern of dots, diamonds and beading. A dramatic ikat panel breaks through the geometry with a smoky, watercolour blur of plum and gold, while the reverse reveals a moody floral in black and magenta. Vibrant, versatile and full of personality.

Wear it long and loose down the front of a simple dress for instant drama, or tie at the wrist for a flash of pattern against a plain sleeve. The colour depth works beautifully with a multitude of colours drawing teh eye to whatever tone that makes you happy. It also makes a striking hair wrap twisted through a low ponytail.

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Circa: 1970 - 2000
Origin: Consignment
Label: N/A

Fabric: Easy Care (Poly/Nylon/Acetate/Acrylic)
Condition: Excellent, commensurate with age and love
Care: Cool hand wash or dry clean

Measurement: Small Rectangle
Size: OSFM
Features: Reversible, ikat stripe print to one side, floral print to reverse

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A striking find, this scarf scatters bold beetroot silhouettes in deep magenta across a dark inky back ground, each root vegetable topped with a flash of mustard leaf. Playful and graphic, it reads like a mid-century kitchen mural turned into wearable art. Lightweight and easy to knot, with a crisp hand that holds its shape.

Tie it as a neat neckerchief for a pop of colour against denim or knits, or use it to band a straw hat for an unexpected garden party twist. The rich magenta pairs beautifully with black, olive or camel, and it works equally well knotted onto a handbag handle for a playful finishing touch. The perfect gift for a gardener!

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Circa: 1940 - 1970
Origin: Private collection
Label: N/A

Fabric: Easy Care (Poly/Nylon/Acetate/Acrylic)
Condition: Excellent, commensurate with age and love
Care: Cool hand wash or dry clean

Measurement: Sm Rectangle
Size: OSFM
Features: Bold beetroot and leaf print on black ground

NOTE: Sale/Sold Items/Damaged Items cannot be exchanged, refunded or returned. Colours may display differently on various devices.

Jewel toned checks in plum, teal, garnet and moss weave together across this cotton lurex blend, each square catching a thread of gold that flickers as the fabric moves. The weave has a lovely tactile texture, substantial yet soft, finished with a generous fringed edge that swings with every step. A wonderfully wearable piece of colour and craft.

Fold it into a triangle and tie at the nape for a folk inspired finish, or drape it long over a plain black coat to let the fringe and colour do the talking. Beautiful against denim, tweed or a simple knit, and equally striking looped twice as a cowl for extra warmth.

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Circa: 1940-1970
Origin: Private collection
Label: N/A

Fabric: Cotton lurex blend
Condition: Excellent, commensurate with age and love
Care: Cool hand wash or dry clean

Measurement: Square (Lg)
Size: OSFM
Features: Multicolour check weave with gold lurex thread and fringed edging

NOTE: Sale/Sold Items/Damaged Items cannot be exchanged, refunded or returned. Colours may display differently on various devices.

A deep aubergine ground blooms with teal, coral and gold florals, scattered butterflies drifting across one panel before gathering into a dense botanical border. The fine wool blend offers a soft, substantial hand, warmer than silk yet still fluid enough to drape with ease. Delicate striped edging frames the design with old world neatness.

Knot it at the throat for instant colour against a plain coat, or fold into a wide band and wear as a headscarf for a bohemian edge. Its jewel tones sit beautifully against denim, black wool or a simple polo neck, and it doubles easily as a slim waist tie over knitwear.

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Circa: 1940 -1970
Origin: Private collection
Label: N/A

Material: Fine wool blend
Condition: Good, some areas of concern as shown
Care: Cool hand wash or dry clean

Size Indicator: Sm/Med Rectangle
Features: Floral and butterfly print with striped border trim

NOTE: Sale/Sold Items/Damaged Items cannot be exchanged, refunded or returned. Colours may display differently on various devices.

Slipping through the fingers like liquid colour, this Oscar de la Renta silk scarf layers bold leopard panels between ribbons of coral, rose, teal and plum. The house signature sits stitched along one striped edge, a quiet mark of pedigree. Fine hand rolled hems finish the silk with old world precision, while the palette moves in confident bands, wild, warm and utterly wearable.

Loop it loosely over a cream knit for instant warmth, or knot it as a headscarf for old Hollywood flair. Its stripe and leopard combination pairs beautifully with denim, linen or a simple black dress, adding colour without competing. Try it belted at the waist over a blazer, or tied to a handbag handle for a flash of pattern on the go.

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Circa: 1970 - 2000
Origin: Private Collection
Label: Oscar de la Renta (signature visible on scarf face), retailer label "A Touch of Silk" also present

Material: Silk
Condition: Good, with some small areas of concern as shown
Care: Cool hand wash or dry clean

Measurement: Med/Lg Rectangle
Features: Alternating stripe and leopard print panels, house signature along striped border, hand finished hems

ABOUT THE DESIGNER: Oscar de la Renta built his house on a foundation of Dominican elegance and old world tailoring, dressing generations of women in silhouettes that balanced romance with real structure. His silk accessories carried the same signature confidence as his gowns, rich colour, bold pattern and a refusal to whisper when they could sing.

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A tightly woven knot of glossy dark violet beads with deep black shadowing, finished with a sweep of clear faceted beads and a creamy seed-pearl tone centre bead like a tiny signet. Textural, sculptural, and quietly clever, they have that dressed-up finish that makes a simple black knit feel finished.

Wear them with a sharp collar for contrast, or lean into the mood with a bold purple blazer, dark denim, or a rich velvet. They sit close to the ear and catch light in small, flattering flashes, which is exactly what you want near the face. 

Choosing authentic vintage accessories keeps beautiful workmanship in circulation and sidesteps the churn of disposable new production. The easiest kind of wardrobe upgrade is the one that already exists.

Circa: 1970 - 2000
Origin: Apricot Gift Boutique
Label: n/a

Materials: Beads, faux seed-pearl with gold tone metal clip findings
Closure: Clip-on backs
Condition: Very good commensurate with age and love
Measurements: Approx. 1.8–2.2 cm at widest point each (estimated)

ABOUT APRICOT GIFT BOUTIQUE
This exclusive range of earrings originates from Apricot Gift Boutique, a store established circa 1984 in the heart of the beachside suburb of Mairangi Bay, New Zealand. The store was owned and operated by Colombian artist Helizabeth Borrero de King, offering a snapshot of her love of fashion, style, and all that glitters. A gift and jewellery store with a little taste of everything, it catered to a diverse group of locals, fashionistas, and supported artisans. The store was known for embracing community and culture, as well as bringing a unique overseas perspective to the area. Brought to you in this collection are some of the surviving pieces from the store's closure in the early 1990s. Each piece is unique and brings joy to the wearer.

NOTE: Sale Items/Damaged Items cannot be exchanged, refunded or returned. Colours may display differently on various devices.

A mottled amethyst coloured leaf sits at the top of each of these, carved with a soft vein pattern that catches the light differently depending on how you turn. Below that hangs a little procession of beads, two ornate silver-tone florals, a faceted faux amethyst glass drop, then the sequence repeating down to a final rounded bead at the base. There is real movement in the drop, the kind that catches on a scarf or a collar and makes itself known the moment you turn your head. A striking style for anyone who likes their jewellery to be that final piece de resistance for their outfit.

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Circa: 1980–2000
Origin: Apricot Gift Boutique
Label: n/a

Material: Resin leaf top, faux amethyst glass beads, silver-tone filigree beads, faux silver-tone clip fitting
Condition: New (Deadstock). Excellent commensurate with age, unworn.
Care: Keep dry. Avoid perfume and water. Store separately to protect.

Modern Size Indicator*: OSFM
Measurements: Approx. shown with 50c coin for scale
Fixture: Clip-on, silver-tone
Features: Carved leaf top in mottled amethyst resin, silver-tone filigree bead detailing, faceted amethyst glass drop beads, rounded amethyst glass base bead, silver-tone clip-on fitting to reverse

ABOUT APRICOT GIFT BOUTIQUE
This exclusive range of earrings originates from Apricot Gift Boutique, a store established circa 1984 in the heart of the beachside suburb of Mairangi Bay, New Zealand. The store was owned and operated by Colombian artist Helizabeth Borrero de King, offering a snapshot of her love of fashion, style, and all that glitters. A gift and jewellery store with a little taste of everything, it catered to a diverse group of locals, fashionistas, and supported artisans. The store was known for embracing community and culture, as well as bringing a unique overseas perspective to the area. Brought to you in this collection are some of the surviving pieces from the store's closure in the early 1990s. Each piece is unique and brings joy to the wearer.

NOTE: Sale/Sold Items/Damaged Items cannot be exchanged, refunded or returned. Colours may display differently on various devices.

This pair is special with a curved cascade of colour designed with a genuine right and left, so it follows the natural line of your ear rather than sitting square. Teardrops of deep amethyst tumble alongside jet black marquise stones, punctuated by a single ruby red point and a scatter of clear diamanté that catches every bit of available light. Two faux pearls sit nestled within the design, adding a soft, lustrous contrast to all that rich colour and sparkle. There is a real sense of movement in the asymmetric, almost floral arrangement, more like a miniature brooch than a standard stud, and the attention to a mirrored pair speaks to quality design rather than a mass produced afterthought.

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Circa: 1980–2000
Origin: Apricot Gift Boutique
Label: n/a

Material: Gold-tone metal, faceted amethyst, jet and ruby red glass stones, clear diamanté, faux pearl
Condition: New (Deadstock). Excellent commensurate with age, unworn.
Care: Keep dry. Avoid perfume and water. Store separately to protect.

Modern Size Indicator*: OSFM
Measurements: Approx. shown with 50c coin for scale

Fixture: Clip-on, gold-tone, designed as a mirrored right and left pair
Features: Curved cascade form, faux amethyst teardrop and faux jet marquise stones, ruby red accent, clear diamanté detailing, two faux pearl accents, gold-tone metal setting, gold-tone clip-on fitting to reverse

ABOUT APRICOT GIFT BOUTIQUE
This exclusive range of earrings originates from Apricot Gift Boutique, a store established circa 1984 in the heart of the beachside suburb of Mairangi Bay, New Zealand. The store was owned and operated by Colombian artist Helizabeth Borrero de King, offering a snapshot of her love of fashion, style, and all that glitters. A gift and jewellery store with a little taste of everything, it catered to a diverse group of locals, fashionistas, and supported artisans. The store was known for embracing community and culture, as well as bringing a unique overseas perspective to the area. Brought to you in this collection are some of the surviving pieces from the store's closure in the early 1990s. Each piece is unique and brings joy to the wearer.

NOTE: Sale/Sold Items/Damaged Items cannot be exchanged, refunded or returned. Colours may display differently on various devices.

Three ribbed gold-tone fans curl outward from a central pearl in this pretty little trefoil shape, each fan tipped with a small round amethyst stone that peeks out at the join. The fluted texture on the gold catches light beautifully as it curves, giving real shape and dimension to what could otherwise be a flat little motif. That single lustrous pearl sitting centre stage adds a soft, classic touch against all that warm gold and violet sparkle, striking a nice balance between polished and pretty. A versatile everyday earring that would sit just as well with a linen shirt as it would with your going-out dress.

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Circa: 1980–2000
Origin: Apricot Gift Boutique
Label: n/a

Material: Gold-tone metal, faux pearl, faceted amethyst diamanté
Condition: New (Deadstock). Excellent commensurate with age, unworn.
Care: Keep dry. Avoid perfume and water. Store separately to protect.

Modern Size Indicator*: OSFM
Measurements: Approx. shown with 50c coin for scale

Fixture: Clip-on, gold-tone
Features: Trefoil form with three ribbed fluted panels, central faux pearl, three round amethyst diamanté accents, gold-tone metal setting, gold-tone clip-on fitting to reverse

ABOUT APRICOT GIFT BOUTIQUE
This exclusive range of earrings originates from Apricot Gift Boutique, a store established circa 1984 in the heart of the beachside suburb of Mairangi Bay, New Zealand. The store was owned and operated by Colombian artist Helizabeth Borrero de King, offering a snapshot of her love of fashion, style, and all that glitters. A gift and jewellery store with a little taste of everything, it catered to a diverse group of locals, fashionistas, and supported artisans. The store was known for embracing community and culture, as well as bringing a unique overseas perspective to the area. Brought to you in this collection are some of the surviving pieces from the store's closure in the early 1990s. Each piece is unique and brings joy to the wearer.

NOTE: Sale/Sold Items/Damaged Items cannot be exchanged, refunded or returned. Colours may display differently on various devices.

A fluted gold-tone shell forms the base of this pair, its ribbed panels opening into neat little cutouts that let the light move right through the piece rather than sitting flat against the ear. Nestled at the centre is a small cluster of diamanté in two shades of purple, a deeper amethyst coloured oval anchoring three lighter round stones above it, like a tiny bunch of violets caught mid bloom. There is real dimension here between the sculptural gold shell shape and the soft sparkle at its heart, a pair that manages to feel both structured and pretty at once.

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Circa: 1980–2000
Origin: Apricot Gift Boutique
Label: n/a

Material: Brass, faceted diamanté
Condition: New (Deadstock). Excellent commensurate with age, unworn.
Care: Keep dry. Avoid perfume and water. Store separately to protect.

Modern Size Indicator*: OSFM
Measurements: Approx. shown with 50c coin for scale

Fixture: Clip-on, gold-tone
Features: Fluted shell form with open cutout detailing, oval faux amethyst diamanté centre, three round light faux amethyst diamanté accents, gold-tone brass setting, gold-tone clip-on fitting to reverse

ABOUT APRICOT GIFT BOUTIQUE
This exclusive range of earrings originates from Apricot Gift Boutique, a store established circa 1984 in the heart of the beachside suburb of Mairangi Bay, New Zealand. The store was owned and operated by Colombian artist Helizabeth Borrero de King, offering a snapshot of her love of fashion, style, and all that glitters. A gift and jewellery store with a little taste of everything, it catered to a diverse group of locals, fashionistas, and supported artisans. The store was known for embracing community and culture, as well as bringing a unique overseas perspective to the area. Brought to you in this collection are some of the surviving pieces from the store's closure in the early 1990s. Each piece is unique and brings joy to the wearer.

NOTE: Sale/Sold Items/Damaged Items cannot be exchanged, refunded or returned. Colours may display differently on various devices.

The perfect gift for your BFF... this pair is all about movement, four curved enamel panels twisting into a love knot form, glossy violet against exposed brass channels that let a little light through the open centre. The swirled shape gives a lovely sense of motion even standing still, like a small pinwheel caught mid turn, while the polished enamel finish keeps everything looking crisp and well made rather than dated. Neat and true to a stud silhouette, they are an easy grab for anyone who wants a bit of shape and colour without any drop or dangle.

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Circa: 1980–2000
Origin: Apricot Gift Boutique
Label: n/a

Material: Brass, enamel
Condition: New (Deadstock). Excellent commensurate with age, unworn.
Care: Keep dry. Avoid perfume and water. Store separately to protect.

Modern Size Indicator*: OSFM
Measurements: Approx. shown with 50c coin for scale

Fixture: Stud post, gold-tone with butterfly back
Features: Love knot swirl form, glossy violet enamel panels, open centre with exposed gold-tone brass channels, gold-tone stud fitting to reverse

ABOUT APRICOT GIFT BOUTIQUE
This exclusive range of earrings originates from Apricot Gift Boutique, a store established circa 1984 in the heart of the beachside suburb of Mairangi Bay, New Zealand. The store was owned and operated by Colombian artist Helizabeth Borrero de King, offering a snapshot of her love of fashion, style, and all that glitters. A gift and jewellery store with a little taste of everything, it catered to a diverse group of locals, fashionistas, and supported artisans. The store was known for embracing community and culture, as well as bringing a unique overseas perspective to the area. Brought to you in this collection are some of the surviving pieces from the store's closure in the early 1990s. Each piece is unique and brings joy to the wearer.

NOTE: Sale/Sold Items/Damaged Items cannot be exchanged, refunded or returned. Colours may display differently on various devices.

Sometimes the simplest formula is the best one, and this pair proves it, a generous oval cabochon in a bold true purple, held within a neat silver-tone rope edge border. No extra embellishment, no competing detail, just clean colour and a well proportioned shape. The rope textured frame adds just enough interest to lift it above a plain button earring, while keeping the whole thing genuinely easy to wear day to day. A lovely reliable option for anyone building a collection of go-to colour studs.

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Circa: 1980–2000
Origin: Apricot Gift Boutique
Label: n/a

Material: Moulded plastic, silver-tone finish
Condition: New (Deadstock). Excellent commensurate with age, unworn.
Care: Keep dry. Avoid perfume and water. Store separately to protect.

Modern Size Indicator*: OSFM
Measurements: Approx. shown with 50c coin for scale

Fixture: Clip-on, silver-tone
Features: Oval cabochon form, deep purple centre, silver-tone rope edge border, lightweight moulded plastic construction, silver-tone clip-on fitting to reverse

ABOUT APRICOT GIFT BOUTIQUE
This exclusive range of earrings originates from Apricot Gift Boutique, a store established circa 1984 in the heart of the beachside suburb of Mairangi Bay, New Zealand. The store was owned and operated by Colombian artist Helizabeth Borrero de King, offering a snapshot of her love of fashion, style, and all that glitters. A gift and jewellery store with a little taste of everything, it catered to a diverse group of locals, fashionistas, and supported artisans. The store was known for embracing community and culture, as well as bringing a unique overseas perspective to the area. Brought to you in this collection are some of the surviving pieces from the store's closure in the early 1990s. Each piece is unique and brings joy to the wearer.

NOTE: Sale/Sold Items/Damaged Items cannot be exchanged, refunded or returned. Colours may display differently on various devices.

A high domed centre in a shifting iridescent purple is the real drawcard here, glossy and rounded enough that it catches a different colour glint depending on which way you turn your head, from deep violet through to a warmer amber edge. It sits inside a neat gold-tone laurel wreath border, the leaf detailing giving it a slightly classical, almost coin-like finish that grounds all that shimmer in something more structured. Simple in shape but rich in colour, these are an easy everyday earring with just enough shine to feel a little special.

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Circa: 1980–2000
Origin: Apricot Gift Boutique
Label: n/a

Material: Moulded plastic, gold-tone finish
Condition: New (Deadstock). Excellent commensurate with age, unworn.
Care: Keep dry. Avoid perfume and water. Store separately to protect.

Modern Size Indicator*: OSFM
Measurements: Approx. shown with 50c coin for scale

Fixture: Clip-on, silver-tone
Features: Round domed form, iridescent purple cabochon centre, gold-tone laurel wreath border, silver-tone clip-on fitting to reverse

ABOUT APRICOT GIFT BOUTIQUE
This exclusive range of earrings originates from Apricot Gift Boutique, a store established circa 1984 in the heart of the beachside suburb of Mairangi Bay, New Zealand. The store was owned and operated by Colombian artist Helizabeth Borrero de King, offering a snapshot of her love of fashion, style, and all that glitters. A gift and jewellery store with a little taste of everything, it catered to a diverse group of locals, fashionistas, and supported artisans. The store was known for embracing community and culture, as well as bringing a unique overseas perspective to the area. Brought to you in this collection are some of the surviving pieces from the store's closure in the early 1990s. Each piece is unique and brings joy to the wearer.

NOTE: Sale/Sold Items/Damaged Items cannot be exchanged, refunded or returned. Colours may display differently on various devices.

There is a lovely handmade aesthetic to this pair, a dense little cluster of sweet beads in shades of magenta, ruby and violet, all wired together around a central bead in a way that recalls the beaded cluster earrings so beloved in the mid century. Each bead catches light slightly differently, some deeper and more opaque, others glowing almost translucent, which gives the whole earring a rich, layered colour rather than one flat tone. Compact and softly rounded, they sit close to the ear and bring genuine warmth and richness, the kind of colour combination that works just as well with denim as it does with your best little black dress.

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Circa: 1980–2000
Origin: Apricot Gift Boutique
Label: n/a

Material: Silver-tone metal, glass beads
Condition: New (Deadstock). Excellent commensurate with age, unworn.
Care: Keep dry. Avoid perfume and water. Store separately to protect.

Modern Size Indicator*: OSFM
Measurements: Approx. shown with 50c coin for scale

Fixture: Clip-on, silver-tone
Features: Domed bead cluster form, beads in magenta, ruby and violet tones, wired silver-tone setting, clip-on fitting to reverse

ABOUT APRICOT GIFT BOUTIQUE
This exclusive range of earrings originates from Apricot Gift Boutique, a store established circa 1984 in the heart of the beachside suburb of Mairangi Bay, New Zealand. The store was owned and operated by Colombian artist Helizabeth Borrero de King, offering a snapshot of her love of fashion, style, and all that glitters. A gift and jewellery store with a little taste of everything, it catered to a diverse group of locals, fashionistas, and supported artisans. The store was known for embracing community and culture, as well as bringing a unique overseas perspective to the area. Brought to you in this collection are some of the surviving pieces from the store's closure in the early 1990s. Each piece is unique and brings joy to the wearer.

NOTE: Sale/Sold Items/Damaged Items cannot be exchanged, refunded or returned. Colours may display differently on various devices.

A real coin-like quality to these with a raised domed centre in aged gold sitting inside a deep purple field, with a fine engraved pattern running round the inner ring that hints at something almost heraldic. A neat border of beaded gold detailing frames the whole piece, giving it structure and a slightly formal, decorative edge that feels borrowed from an old cabinet fitting or button box rather than a jewellery counter. Solid and well proportioned without being heavy on the ear, this is a pair for anyone who likes a bit of history and craftsmanship in their accessories.

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Circa: 1980–2000
Origin: Apricot Gift Boutique
Label: n/a

Material: Moulded plastic, gold-tone finish
Condition: New (Deadstock). Excellent commensurate with age, unworn.
Care: Keep dry. Avoid perfume and water. Store separately to protect.

Modern Size Indicator*: OSFM
Measurements: Approx. shown with 50c coin for scale

Fixture: Clip-on, silver-tone
Features: Round medallion form, deep purple field with engraved gold-tone detailing, raised domed centre, beaded gold-tone rim border, silver-tone clip-on fitting to reverse

ABOUT APRICOT GIFT BOUTIQUE
This exclusive range of earrings originates from Apricot Gift Boutique, a store established circa 1984 in the heart of the beachside suburb of Mairangi Bay, New Zealand. The store was owned and operated by Colombian artist Helizabeth Borrero de King, offering a snapshot of her love of fashion, style, and all that glitters. A gift and jewellery store with a little taste of everything, it catered to a diverse group of locals, fashionistas, and supported artisans. The store was known for embracing community and culture, as well as bringing a unique overseas perspective to the area. Brought to you in this collection are some of the surviving pieces from the store's closure in the early 1990s. Each piece is unique and brings joy to the wearer.

NOTE: Sale/Sold Items/Damaged Items cannot be exchanged, refunded or returned. Colours may display differently on various devices.

There is a real weight and quality to these that you feel the moment you pick them up, a substantial domed brass form finished in glossy lilac enamel and warm textured gold, the two colours swirling into each other like a yin and yang rather than sitting in neat separate blocks. The gold sections carry a fine engraved pattern underneath their shine, giving the surface real depth up close, while the lilac panels stay smooth and high gloss for contrast. Rounded and comfortable against the ear, this is a pair built for everyday elegance, the kind of quietly luxe piece that looks equally at home with a blazer or a simple knit.

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Circa: 1980–2000
Origin: Apricot Gift Boutique
Label: n/a

Material: Brass, enamel
Condition: New (Deadstock). Excellent commensurate with age, unworn.
Care: Keep dry. Avoid perfume and water. Store separately to protect.

Modern Size Indicator*: OSFM
Measurements: Approx. shown with 50c coin for scale

Fixture: Clip-on, gold-tone with comfort pad
Features: Domed swirl form, glossy lilac enamel and textured engraved gold-tone panels, high-shine finish, comfort pad clip-on fitting to reverse

ABOUT APRICOT GIFT BOUTIQUE
This exclusive range of earrings originates from Apricot Gift Boutique, a store established circa 1984 in the heart of the beachside suburb of Mairangi Bay, New Zealand. The store was owned and operated by Colombian artist Helizabeth Borrero de King, offering a snapshot of her love of fashion, style, and all that glitters. A gift and jewellery store with a little taste of everything, it catered to a diverse group of locals, fashionistas, and supported artisans. The store was known for embracing community and culture, as well as bringing a unique overseas perspective to the area. Brought to you in this collection are some of the surviving pieces from the store's closure in the early 1990s. Each piece is unique and brings joy to the wearer.

NOTE: Sale/Sold Items/Damaged Items cannot be exchanged, refunded or returned. Colours may display differently on various devices.

Sometimes the simplest pieces earn their place in the collection through colour alone, and this pair is a good example. A neat glossy dome in a clear, true lavender, no pattern, no extra detail, just a clean round shape with a lovely high shine finish. Small in scale and light to wear, they are the sort of earring you reach for on a day when your outfit already has plenty going on and your ears just need a simple pop of colour to finish it off.

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Circa: 1980–2000
Origin: Apricot Gift Boutique
Label: n/a

Material: Moulded plastic
Condition: New (Deadstock). Excellent commensurate with age, unworn.
Care: Keep dry. Avoid perfume and water. Store separately to protect.

Modern Size Indicator*: OSFM
Measurements: Approx. shown with 50c coin for scale

Fixture: Stud post, silver-tone
Features: Round domed form, glossy lavender finish, lightweight moulded plastic construction, silver-tone stud fitting to reverse

ABOUT APRICOT GIFT BOUTIQUE
This exclusive range of earrings originates from Apricot Gift Boutique, a store established circa 1984 in the heart of the beachside suburb of Mairangi Bay, New Zealand. The store was owned and operated by Colombian artist Helizabeth Borrero de King, offering a snapshot of her love of fashion, style, and all that glitters. A gift and jewellery store with a little taste of everything, it catered to a diverse group of locals, fashionistas, and supported artisans. The store was known for embracing community and culture, as well as bringing a unique overseas perspective to the area. Brought to you in this collection are some of the surviving pieces from the store's closure in the early 1990s. Each piece is unique and brings joy to the wearer.

NOTE: Sale/Sold Items/Damaged Items cannot be exchanged, refunded or returned. Colours may display differently on various devices.

Hand illustrated is the word that comes to mind with this pair, a floral print in dusty pink, sage green, lilac and butter yellow, all outlined in a fine dark line that gives the pattern a real graphic, almost fabric-like quality. Set into a simple flat disc, there is nothing fussy about the shape itself, which means the print gets to do all the talking. It is the kind of pattern you would happily find on a silk scarf from the same decade, now living its second life as a proper statement disc for the ear. Easy to wear and full of personality, a lovely option for anyone drawn to colour and pattern over polish and shine.

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Circa: 1980–2000
Origin: Apricot Gift Boutique
Label: n/a

Material: Moulded resin, printed floral design
Condition: New (Deadstock). Excellent commensurate with age, unworn.
Care: Keep dry. Avoid perfume and water. Store separately to protect.

Modern Size Indicator*: OSFM
Measurements: Approx. shown with 50c coin for scale

Fixture: Clip-on, gold-tone with comfort pad
Features: Flat round disc form, hand illustrated style floral print in pink, green, lilac and yellow, fine dark outline detailing, lightweight moulded resin construction, comfort pad clip-on fitting to reverse

ABOUT APRICOT GIFT BOUTIQUE
This exclusive range of earrings originates from Apricot Gift Boutique, a store established circa 1984 in the heart of the beachside suburb of Mairangi Bay, New Zealand. The store was owned and operated by Colombian artist Helizabeth Borrero de King, offering a snapshot of her love of fashion, style, and all that glitters. A gift and jewellery store with a little taste of everything, it catered to a diverse group of locals, fashionistas, and supported artisans. The store was known for embracing community and culture, as well as bringing a unique overseas perspective to the area. Brought to you in this collection are some of the surviving pieces from the store's closure in the early 1990s. Each piece is unique and brings joy to the wearer.

NOTE: Sale/Sold Items/Damaged Items cannot be exchanged, refunded or returned. Colours may display differently on various devices.

Satisfyingly simple, these are a proper matte gold poppy, five generous petals with soft, folded edges that catch the light without ever tipping into glare. A single round purple faux stone sits nestled at the centre like a drop of colour caught in the middle of the bloom, small in scale but doing all the work against that warm brushed gold finish. There is a real confidence to the plain silhouette here, no extra embellishment needed, just clean botanical form and one perfect point of colour. Easy to dress up or down, this is the sort of earring that goes from desk to dinner without a second thought.

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Circa: 1980–2000
Origin: Apricot Gift Boutique
Label: n/a

Material: Brass, faceted purple glass
Condition: New (Deadstock). Excellent commensurate with age, unworn.
Care: Keep dry. Avoid perfume and water. Store separately to protect.

Modern Size Indicator*: OSFM
Measurements: Approx. shown with 50c coin for scale

Fixture: Clip-on, gold-tone with comfort pad
Features: Five-petal poppy form, brushed matte gold-tone finish, round purple faceted centre faux stone, sculptural folded petal detailing, comfort pad clip-on fitting to reverse

ABOUT APRICOT GIFT BOUTIQUE
This exclusive range of earrings originates from Apricot Gift Boutique, a store established circa 1984 in the heart of the beachside suburb of Mairangi Bay, New Zealand. The store was owned and operated by Colombian artist Helizabeth Borrero de King, offering a snapshot of her love of fashion, style, and all that glitters. A gift and jewellery store with a little taste of everything, it catered to a diverse group of locals, fashionistas, and supported artisans. The store was known for embracing community and culture, as well as bringing a unique overseas perspective to the area. Brought to you in this collection are some of the surviving pieces from the store's closure in the early 1990s. Each piece is unique and brings joy to the wearer.

NOTE: Sale/Sold Items/Damaged Items cannot be exchanged, refunded or returned. Colours may display differently on various devices.

Vitrail is one of those finishes that photographs differently every time you tilt it, and this pair puts that shimmer to full use. Four irregular faceted petals in shifting tones of violet, gold and green fan out around a central marquise stone, all cradled by a fleur de lis shaped frame of antiqued brass, complete with textured leaf details top and bottom. The combination of old world metalwork and rainbow-cut faceting gives these a slightly gothic, romantic edge, not quite like anything else in the cabinet. A genuinely striking pair for someone who wants their jewellery to do a bit of talking.

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Circa: 1980–2000
Origin: Apricot Gift Boutique
Label: n/a

Material: Antiqued brass, vitrail effect faceted acrylic
Condition: New (Deadstock). Excellent commensurate with age, unworn.
Care: Keep dry. Avoid perfume and water. Store separately to protect.

Modern Size Indicator*: OSFM
Measurements: Approx. shown with 50c coin for scale

Fixture: Clip-on, antiqued brass with comfort pad
Features: Fleur de lis form, four irregular vitrail effect acrylic petals, central marquise vitrail effect stone, textured leaf detailing top and bottom, antiqued brass filigree centre, comfort pad clip-on fitting to reverse

ABOUT APRICOT GIFT BOUTIQUE
This exclusive range of earrings originates from Apricot Gift Boutique, a store established circa 1984 in the heart of the beachside suburb of Mairangi Bay, New Zealand. The store was owned and operated by Colombian artist Helizabeth Borrero de King, offering a snapshot of her love of fashion, style, and all that glitters. A gift and jewellery store with a little taste of everything, it catered to a diverse group of locals, fashionistas, and supported artisans. The store was known for embracing community and culture, as well as bringing a unique overseas perspective to the area. Brought to you in this collection are some of the surviving pieces from the store's closure in the early 1990s. Each piece is unique and brings joy to the wearer.

NOTE: Sale/Sold Items/Damaged Items cannot be exchanged, refunded or returned. Colours may display differently on various devices.

Bold, sculptural and unmistakably eighties, these clip-ons take the form of a looped ribbon wreath in high-shine brass, each curl capped with a faceted diamanté in a different jewel tone, sapphire blue, emerald green, ruby red and amethyst purple, scattered around the ring like gems set into a crown. The open centre and generous scale give them real presence on the ear, catching light from every loop and stone as you move. This is maximalist eighties glamour in its purest form, the sort of earring built to be seen across a room.

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Circa: 1980–2000
Origin: Apricot Gift Boutique
Label: n/a

Material: Brass, faceted diamanté
Condition: New (Deadstock). Excellent commensurate with age, unworn.
Care: Keep dry. Avoid perfume and water. Store separately to protect.

Modern Size Indicator*: OSFM
Measurements: Approx. shown with 50c coin for scale

Fixture: Clip-on, gold-tone with comfort pad
Features: Open wreath form in ribbed brass, looped ribbon design, sapphire, emerald, ruby and amethyst round diamanté accents, high-shine gold-tone finish, comfort pad clip-on fitting to reverse

ABOUT APRICOT GIFT BOUTIQUE
This exclusive range of earrings originates from Apricot Gift Boutique, a store established circa 1984 in the heart of the beachside suburb of Mairangi Bay, New Zealand. The store was owned and operated by Colombian artist Helizabeth Borrero de King, offering a snapshot of her love of fashion, style, and all that glitters. A gift and jewellery store with a little taste of everything, it catered to a diverse group of locals, fashionistas, and supported artisans. The store was known for embracing community and culture, as well as bringing a unique overseas perspective to the area. Brought to you in this collection are some of the surviving pieces from the store's closure in the early 1990s. Each piece is unique and brings joy to the wearer.

NOTE: Sale/Sold Items/Damaged Items cannot be exchanged, refunded or returned. Colours may display differently on various devices.

Image Credit Fashion Quarterly Spring 2026: Image Credit: Creative, Styling Director, Dan Ahwa Associate Stylist Courtney Joe

An oval amethyst coloured cabochon takes centre stage here, deep and glassy, held fast within a textured gold-tone faux metal rope frame that gives the whole earring a sense of old-world craftsmanship. Below, three loose gold loops curl like a signature flourish, each set with a small round crystal in emerald, ruby and amethyst, a mismatched jewel box in miniature. The effect is layered and confident, closer to a piece of estate jewellery than costume, and versatile enough to move from a work day into whatever the evening throws at you.

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Circa: 1980–2000
Origin: Apricot Gift Boutique
Label: n/a

Material: Gold-tone faux metal, moulded plastic cabochon, faceted diamanté stones
Condition: New (Deadstock). Excellent commensurate with age, unworn.
Care: Keep dry. Avoid perfume and water. Store separately to protect.

Modern Size Indicator*: OSFM
Measurements: Approx. shown with 50c coin for scale

Fixture: Clip-on, gold-tone with comfort pad
Features: Oval amethyst cabochon in textured rope-edge bezel, three looped gold-tone scrolls below, emerald, ruby and amethyst round diamanté accents, gold-tone faux metal setting, comfort pad clip-on fitting to reverse

ABOUT APRICOT GIFT BOUTIQUE
This exclusive range of earrings originates from Apricot Gift Boutique, a store established circa 1984 in the heart of the beachside suburb of Mairangi Bay, New Zealand. The store was owned and operated by Colombian artist Helizabeth Borrero de King, offering a snapshot of her love of fashion, style, and all that glitters. A gift and jewellery store with a little taste of everything, it catered to a diverse group of locals, fashionistas, and supported artisans. The store was known for embracing community and culture, as well as bringing a unique overseas perspective to the area. Brought to you in this collection are some of the surviving pieces from the store's closure in the early 1990s. Each piece is unique and brings joy to the wearer.

NOTE: Sale/Sold Items/Damaged Items cannot be exchanged, refunded or returned. Colours may display differently on various devices.

There is Art Deco style drama here without a single hard edge. A fluted gold-tone sunburst sits at the top, its rays fanning out around a soft velvet-covered centre in deep plum, before the eye is led down through a small round bead to a fully covered teardrop, capped in ornate gold filigree and finished in the same rich, matte velvet. The felt-like texture is the real point of difference, catching light in a completely different way, more shadow than sparkle. Long enough to move with you, substantial enough to be noticed, this is a pair built for an evening when you want colour and movement without any glare.

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Circa: 1980–2000
Origin: Apricot Gift Boutique
Label: n/a

Material: Antiqued gold-tone molded plastic, felt-flocked moulded plastic
Condition: New (Deadstock). Excellent commensurate with age, unworn.
Care: Keep dry. Avoid perfume and water. Store separately to protect.

Modern Size Indicator*: OSFM
Measurements: Approx. shown with 50c coin for scale

Fixture: Stud post, gold-tone
Features: Fluted sunburst top in antiqued gold-tone metal, plum velvet-flocked centre dome, drop bead and teardrop in matching plum flocked finish, ornate filigree bead cap, gold-tone metal fittings throughout

ABOUT APRICOT GIFT BOUTIQUE
This exclusive range of earrings originates from Apricot Gift Boutique, a store established circa 1984 in the heart of the beachside suburb of Mairangi Bay, New Zealand. The store was owned and operated by Colombian artist Helizabeth Borrero de King, offering a snapshot of her love of fashion, style, and all that glitters. A gift and jewellery store with a little taste of everything, it catered to a diverse group of locals, fashionistas, and supported artisans. The store was known for embracing community and culture, as well as bringing a unique overseas perspective to the area. Brought to you in this collection are some of the surviving pieces from the store's closure in the early 1990s. Each piece is unique and brings joy to the wearer.

NOTE: Sale/Sold Items/Damaged Items cannot be exchanged, refunded or returned. Colours may display differently on various devices.