Garden Party Studs | Hand-Painted Floral Enamel | 18K Gold Plated Eco-Brass

Garden Party Studs - Hand-Painted Enamel Floral Earrings

Hand-painted enamel florals bloom across 18K gold-plated eco-brass—channeling that confident garden-party energy. These cottage-core stunners transition from brunch hangs to art gallery visits, giving soft boss vibes whether you're manifesting or just living your best botanical life.

Hand-Painted Enamel Artistry

Each floral design is individually hand-painted by skilled artisans, making every pair slightly unique. The vibrant enamel colors—coral pink, sunshine yellow, garden green—create a glass-like finish that's both beautiful and durable. This isn't mass-produced jewelry; this is wearable art crafted with care.

What Makes Enamel Special?

Enamel is created by fusing powdered glass to metal through high-temperature firing, creating a smooth, lustrous surface that won't fade or chip with proper care. The technique has been used in fine jewelry for centuries, beloved for its ability to add intricate color and detail that traditional metalwork can't achieve.

Benefits of Enamel Jewelry:
• Vibrant, permanent colors that don't fade over time
• Smooth, glass-like finish adds luxury feel
• Scratch-resistant surface protects the design
• Hypoallergenic when applied to quality base metals
• Lightweight despite substantial appearance
• Vintage aesthetic with modern durability

18K Gold Plated Eco-Brass

Sustainable eco-brass base provides environmentally responsible foundation, finished with radiant 18K gold plating for warm, rich golden tone. The eco-brass is thoughtfully formulated to be nickel-free and lead-free, compliant with international safety standards, making it safe for everyday wear.

Why Eco-Brass?

Unlike newly mined metals, eco-brass uses recycled copper and zinc, dramatically reducing environmental impact. You get the same beautiful golden aesthetic and durability as traditional brass, but with a clear conscience. The substantial 18K gold plating (thicker than standard fashion jewelry) ensures the rich color remains elegant and durable when cared for properly.

Cottage-Core Botanical Design

These earrings capture the essence of English cottage gardens in full bloom—romantic, whimsical, naturally beautiful. The floral motif works beautifully with flowing dresses, linen shirts, vintage finds, or adds soft feminine touch to structured blazers and denim. Perfect for the cottagecore aesthetic or anyone who loves botanical beauty.

Comfortable Stud Style

Classic stud design sits close to the ear for everyday comfort. At 19.8mm width and 17.2mm length, these make a statement without being heavy or overwhelming. The post-and-butterfly back closure keeps them secure throughout your day, whether you're dancing at a garden party or concentrating at your desk.

Perfect For
• Cottage-core and botanical aesthetic lovers
• Spring and summer garden parties, outdoor weddings
• Festival fashion and bohemian vibes
• Adding color to neutral everyday outfits
• Gift for nature lovers and gardening enthusiasts
• Those who appreciate hand-painted artisan jewelry
• Sustainable fashion advocates
• Statement earrings that feel lightweight

Styling Suggestions

Romantic Garden: Pair with flowing floral dresses, straw hats, and woven bags for full cottagecore fantasy.

Modern Botanical: Wear with clean white tee and jeans—let the earrings be your pop of garden-fresh color.

Festival Ready: Style with bohemian prints, layered necklaces, and messy braids for carefree vibes.

Gallery Opening: Elevate simple black dress or silk blouse with these artistic statement studs.

Versatile Color Palette

The multicolor floral design featuring coral, yellow, pink, and green means these earrings coordinate with virtually any outfit. They're particularly stunning with:
• Earth tones: olive, terracotta, cream, tan
• Pastels: blush pink, sky blue, mint green
• Neutrals: white, beige, camel, ivory
• Bold colors: emerald, navy, burgundy

Specifications
• Material: Eco-Friendly Brass (recycled copper-zinc alloy)
• Finish: 18K Gold Plating
• Decoration: Hand-Painted Enamel Florals
• Length: 17.2mm
• Width: 19.8mm
• Earring Back: Butterfly push-back clasps
• Hypoallergenic: Yes (nickel-free, lead-free)
• Eco-Friendly: Yes (recycled brass base)

Understanding Gold Plated Eco-Brass

Gold plated jewelry offers the luxurious appearance of gold at accessible prices. The 18K gold plating provides warm, rich color, while the eco-brass base ensures strength and durability. With proper care—avoiding harsh chemicals, removing before water exposure, storing separately—gold plated jewelry maintains its beauty for years. When the gold eventually thins (typically after 1-2 years of daily wear), professional re-plating is available at minimal cost.

Eco-Brass vs. Traditional Brass

Eco-brass uses recycled metals rather than newly mined materials, significantly reducing:
• Mining environmental damage
• Energy consumption in production
• Carbon footprint of jewelry creation
• Waste sent to landfills

You get identical quality and beauty as traditional brass, but with sustainable practices that align with conscious consumerism.

Care Instructions for Enamel Jewelry

Enamel is durable but requires gentle handling to maintain its lustrous appearance:

• Clean with soft, slightly damp cloth after wearing
• Avoid harsh chemicals, perfumes, lotions, and hairspray
• Remove before showering, swimming, or exercising
• Store separately in soft pouch to prevent scratching
• Never use ultrasonic cleaners or abrasive materials
• Avoid dropping or knocking against hard surfaces

With proper care, hand-painted enamel jewelry remains vibrant and beautiful for decades, often becoming treasured heirloom pieces.

Why Choose Hand-Painted Over Machine-Made?

Hand-painted enamel jewelry offers uniqueness that mass production can't replicate. Each earring features subtle variations in brushstroke, color intensity, and artistic detail that make your pair one-of-a-kind. You're wearing artisan craftsmanship, not factory output—there's something special about jewelry made by human hands with artistic intention.

Sustainable Fashion Choice

At £27.50, these earrings represent affordable luxury with environmental responsibility. By choosing eco-brass and supporting artisan craftsmanship, you're making a conscious fashion choice that values:
• Recycled materials over new mining
• Skilled artisans over factory mass production
• Quality over disposable fast fashion
• Unique design over cookie-cutter trends

The Cottage-Core Movement

Cottagecore celebrates romanticized rural life, nature, and simpler times. It's about finding beauty in botanical gardens, vintage aesthetics, homemade bread, and wildflower meadows. These earrings embody that philosophy—handcrafted artistry, natural floral motifs, and timeless beauty that transcends trends.

Perfect Gift Idea

These make thoughtful gifts for:
• Nature lovers and gardening enthusiasts
• Art appreciators who value handmade crafts
• Sustainable fashion advocates
• Cottage-core aesthetic fans
• Anyone who loves colorful, unique jewelry
• Spring or summer birthdays
• "Just because" moments to brighten someone's day

Part of our Gold Plated & Steel Jewelry Collection—sustainable, affordable luxury with eco-friendly materials and express shipping from Italy.

Ships: Europe & UK 3-5 business days, USA & Canada 5-8 business days, Worldwide 7-12 business days.