1. An absolutely precious butterfly print parasol by Elsa Schiaparelli, Spring-Summer 1937.

    An absolutely precious butterfly print parasol by Elsa Schiaparelli, Spring-Summer 1937.

  2. 1962 novelty sunglasses by Oliver Goldsmith Eyewear.

    1962 novelty sunglasses by Oliver Goldsmith Eyewear.

  3. While doing research about the use of beetle wings in fashion I also came across many pieces that, while not containing actually insects, were definitely insect inspired. Many of them were too amazing not to post, so I’m going to take a little detour from my natural materials topic to share a few of my favorites. Starting with this gorgeous enameled flower and butterfly necklace from the last third of the 17th Century.

    While doing research about the use of beetle wings in fashion I also came across many pieces that, while not containing actually insects, were definitely insect inspired. Many of them were too amazing not to post, so I’m going to take a little detour from my natural materials topic to share a few of my favorites.

    Starting with this gorgeous enameled flower and butterfly necklace from the last third of the 17th Century.

  4. Another circa 1930 Morpho wing butterfly brooch, this one with multi-colored wings.

    Another circa 1930 Morpho wing butterfly brooch, this one with multi-colored wings.