Brooches by Shape
Some brooches are chosen first for their shape: a tender heart, a symbolic tree of life, an arty portrait or a graphic geometric design. At Ma Broche, these fashion brooches play with lines and symbols, in gold-tone or silver-tone metal. A quiet way to say something about yourself, right on your lapel.
Choosing a brooch by shape
Beyond animals and flowers, some brooches are all about their outline and their meaning. At Ma Broche, these shaped designs come in gold-tone or silver-tone metal, with enamel, crystals and marbled-effect cabochons. A shape often carries a message, which is what makes this family so personal. To browse every design, see our full brooch collection.
Hearts, tree of life and portraits
- Heart brooches: the romantic classic, a symbol of love and tenderness.
- Tree of life brooches: roots, family and growth in one graphic circle.
- Portrait brooches: arty figures and faces for a bold, characterful look.
What does the shape say?
A shaped brooch is a small statement. A heart speaks of affection, a tree of life of roots and belonging, a portrait of personality and a geometric motif of a clean, modern taste. Choosing a shape is a way to wear a symbol that matters to you, or to give one with meaning.
How to wear a shaped brooch
Shaped designs like a visible spot: a lapel, a collar, the shoulder of a coat or the strap of a bag. Keep it to a single piece for a graphic, intentional look, and match the metal to your other jewellery for a pulled-together result.
A fastening for every outfit
Depending on the model, a shaped brooch fastens with a classic pin or with a magnet. The magnetic option holds with no hole and no mark, ideal on delicate fabrics. See our magnetic brooches to fasten one without piercing the cloth.
Brooches by shape at a glance
| Shapes | Heart, tree of life, portrait, geometric |
|---|---|
| Fastening | Magnetic or pin, depending on the model |
| Materials | Gold-tone or silver-tone metal, enamel, crystals |
| Meaning | Love, family, personality, modern style |
| Wear it on | Lapel, collar, coat, bag |
To keep a shaped brooch looking its best, wipe it with a soft, dry cloth, avoid water and perfume, and store it flat. For magnetic models, keep the magnet away from bank cards and sensitive electronic devices.
Frequently asked questions
Which brooch shape should I choose?
Pick the shape whose meaning speaks to you: a heart for love, a tree of life for roots and family, a portrait for a bold, arty look, or a geometric design for clean modern style.
What does a tree of life brooch symbolise?
The tree of life stands for roots, family and growth, the ties that hold us together. Worn as a brooch, it makes a meaningful piece and a thoughtful gift.
What is a portrait brooch?
It is a fashion brooch shaped like a stylised figure or face, often an elegant silhouette. Arty and characterful, it adds personality to a plain coat or jacket.
Are shaped brooches magnetic or pin-fastened?
It depends on the model: some use a classic pin, others a magnet. The magnetic ones hold with no hole and no mark, ideal on delicate fabrics.
How do you wear a graphic brooch?
Wear it in a visible spot, a lapel, collar or bag strap, and keep it to a single piece for a clean, intentional look. Match the metal to your other jewellery.
