Label: Kenneth Jay Lane

Era: 1980s

About the Item:

A sculptural, buckle-style brooch by Kenneth Jay Lane, crafted in the 1980s during the era’s Art Deco revival. Set in rhodium-plated metal with dense pavé rhinestones, the design centers on a glossy black resin ring that gives the piece its bold, architectural presence. Symmetrical and graphic, it was conceived as jewelry—not utility. Wear it clipped at the collar, cinched over a belt, or fastened to the strap or flap of a favorite bag.

About the Label:

Kenneth Jay Lane launched his eponymous jewelry line in 1963, after designing accessories and rhinestone-embellished shoes in New York and Paris. He quickly became known as the “King of Costume Jewelry,” elevating fashion jewelry with bold, glamorous pieces that looked as luxe as fine gems but were widely accessible. Lane’s designs were embraced by the famously stylish—from Jackie Kennedy and Princess Diana to Elizabeth Taylor—making high-impact, statement pieces part of everyday fashion.

Measurements:

Length: 1.75”
Width: 2”

Condition:

Item is in excellent vintage condition.