Custom Lace And Pearl Iris Hair Ornament With Matching Stud Earrings
This romantic, custom-designed bridal jewelry set features an intricate lace bridal hair ornament with matching earrings. ◆The lace motifs were created entirely by hand in our studio, using a distinctive blend of lacemaking and embroidery techniques ◆Real metal threads containing .90 silver and high-quality .999 silver metallic foil threads give the lace motifs their rich texture and shine ◆Luminous, high-quality freshwater pearls dot the lace motifs of both the earrings and the hair ornament ◆Vintage rhinestones, each dating over 50 years old, add a subtle sparkle to the designs, and are an excellent way of adding "something old" to your wedding ensemble ◆The hair ornament has wired branches of sterling silver wire and a silver-plated comb; the earrings have sterling silver posts and ear clutches ◆Dimensions: Comb 3.5"(8.75cm) x 3"(7.5cm) including comb; Earrings .75"(1.9cm) in diameter x .5"(1.3cm) thick
Material
- silver
Base
- metal
Meet the Maker
Ivy Long
Edera Jewelry
THE ROMANCE OF HANDCRAFTED LACE
For centuries, handmade lace was one of the most precious parts of a bride's wedding day look. Gowns, veils, and other pieces of the bridal trousseau were adorned with lace that required days, or even months, of meticulous craftsmanship to create. Edera updates this tradition for the modern bride, with a collection of romantic jewelry and accessories that showcases intricate lace motifs. Designer Ivy Long handcrafts the collection in her Vermont, USA studio using old-world lacemaking and needlework techniques and heirloom-quality materials.
COUTURE LACEMAKING TECHNIQUES
Each design starts with one of designer Ivy Long's original lace patterns and spools of the finest silk, real metal, or metallic foil threads. Ivy weaves the intricate lace motifs with a small crochet hook, then embroiders the lace with a mix of vintage crystals and glass beads, freshwater pearls, and Swarovski crystals.
HEIRLOOM-QUALITY MATERIALS
The lace is created with either pure silk, real metal, or metallic foil threads. Real metal threads are wrapped in a fine metal sheet containing amounts of gold or silver, and are nearly identical to those used in the rich embroidery and laces of the Renaissance and Rococo eras. The metallic foil threads are used in traditional Japanese embroidery and contain .999 silver and 18k gold in the foil. All designs are finished with sterling silver or 14k gold-filled findings.