Afternoon in Vienna | Victorian Relief Heart Earrings with Seed Pearl Tassels

Description

My inspiration for these Victorian Relief Heart Earrings stems from a deep appreciation for the romantic complexity of Victorian aesthetics, featuring an irregular heart silhouette and a weathered floral relief that evokes the tactile grandeur of baroque architecture found within the Hofburg Palace.

To balance the grounded feel of the antique brass, I added a delicate fringe of seed pearl tassels. They sway with every movement, breaking the stillness of the vintage glass. It is a piece for those who balance a sophisticated edge with a restless, playful spirit.

Materials & Craftsmanship

• Earring Hooks: High-quality vintage-finished brass.
• Heart Charms: Hand-pressed antique glass with floral relief.
• Tassels: Shell Pearls. These are crafted by compressing natural nacre powder (from high-quality shells and pearls) into consistent, polished spheres. We use this method to achieve the precise uniformity needed for the delicate tassel strands while retaining the natural luster of mother-of-pearl.

Styling for a Victorian Summer

These Victorian Relief Heart Earrings bring a touch of vintage romance to the light, airy silhouettes of the warmer months. Here is how to style them for the season:

• The Romantic Garden Look: Pair them with a white linen sundress or a square-neck cotton eyelet blouse. The mauve glass pops beautifully against crisp white fabrics. The seed pearl tassels add a soft, rhythmic movement that mirrors the ease of a summer breeze.
• Modern Regency Style: Match these hearts with a pastel silk slip dress or a soft floral midi. The vintage brass adds a grounded, antique contrast to the delicate sheen of silk. This creates a look that feels like a modern-day promenade through a historic estate.
• Summer Noir: For evening events, style them with a sleeveless black linen vest or a sheer organza top. The “Old World” relief breaks the simplicity of a minimalist summer outfit. It adds a sophisticated, dark-romantic edge without the heat of heavy winter fabrics.

The Jewea Promise

We craft each pair in thoughtful small batches. Our process prioritizes the soul of Victorian artistry over mass production. Every piece arrives as a vintage-inspired treasure, ready for your own modern narrative.

Trace the intricate reliefs. Feel the sway of the pearls. Your Viennese story begins here.