Avian Fashion Fever: Handmade Jewelry

A top trend in fashion for 2007 has really taken flight. The emergence of the bird motif earlier this year has been readily accepted, and designers have been responding with new ways to wear your wings. Part organic form, part simplistic shape, the image of the bird is an excellent choice for accessories. Many jewelers have incorporated feathers, charms, metal cuts, and other bird images into their work. These small and delicate creatures lend a sense of whimsy to otherwise serious necklaces and earrings. Whether cut from metal or etched into porcelain, many pieces combine a vintage feel with modern simplicity. We’ve sorted through our favorite designers and pulled out the best handmade pieces to showcase this popular trend.












Olivia earrings from Bellissima Jewelry Design $41. Sterling silver with olive green swarovski crystal.
Hummingbird Hoop Earrings from Alex Monroe $218. Sterling silver or gold-plated silver.
Fred (Peace in Swedish) Necklace from Madame Bijoux $32. Hand-drawn on acrylic with sterling silver.
Flying Bird Necklace from Dreams and Jewelry $76. Copper with sterling silver.
Loop Sweet Baby Bird Necklace from Sweetberrybird $20. Brass with an aqua chalcedony briolette.












Soaring with Pearls Necklace from ERM Originals $17. Antique brass with pearls.
Swallows Journey Necklace from All Those Threes $30. Brass with turquoise.
For more see Avian Fashion Fever: Anunciação Winter 07 Collection.