These obviously aren't real bandages. These rather poetic and brilliantly designed "Bandages for the Heart" by Alyssa Dee Krauss are brooches meant to be worn as badges of honor.
If you've been through a tough time and come out a winner, wearing one of these signifies healing and self-empowerment. Or perhaps you wish to declare your support for victims of tragedy.
A poignant gift for anyone you consider a survivor or a hero, these Bandages for the Heart come in steel-and-sterling-silver, or 18k gold, and range in price from $250-1100.
Flip the 3-inch brooch over to find, right where it fits over your heart, a garnet cabochon. And remember the little red string you would tug at to release a Band-Aid from its wrapper? Each Bandage comes rolled up in white gauze, and secured with a red string accentuated with a garnet drop. Already sold out are the wedding band versions.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Poetic Brooches
- Opportunity for designers to create unique and meaningful brooches that evoke emotions and personal stories.
- Healing Jewelry
- Potential for the development of jewelry that symbolizes healing and self-empowerment, catering to individuals who have overcome adversity.
- Supportive Accessories
- Market for accessories that allow individuals to show support for causes or victims of tragedy, fostering a sense of solidarity.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Fashion Accessories
- Fashion brands can explore incorporating brooches and other accessories that have emotional and symbolic significance.
- Jewelry
- Jewelers can create healing-themed jewelry pieces that resonate with customers seeking personal and meaningful adornments.
- Social Causes
- Organizations and businesses can collaborate by producing accessories that raise awareness and support for social causes.
