A Detail, Worn Again:
Why Brooches Are Returning to Men's Style
Once thought of as vintage or old-fashioned accessory, brooches have fully re-emerged as one of the most talked-about fashion trends in 2026 so far.
Designers from New York to London have been stacking, pinning, and styling brooches in bold ways on runways, including as statement pieces on blazers, coats, and even securing scarves and layers together. Major fashion houses like Ralph Lauren, Khaite, Tory Burch, Altuzarra and Coach all incorporated brooches into their standout autumn/winter collections, showing that this isn’t a fleeting fad but a core accessory moment of the season.
Part of the reason for the resurgence is simple: fashion is shifting away from strict minimalism and embracing expressive, personal styling that lets individuals tell a story through what they wear. Brooches fit that perfectly — they pair history and craftsmanship with a bold decorative punch, and they work effortlessly across different outfits. This blend of nostalgia, individualism, and creative self‑expression is at the heart of why we’re seeing this trend take off.
Red Carpet Moments: Men's in Brooches at the Golden Globes
2026 Golden Globes
Michael B. Jordan
2026 Golden Globes
Oscar Isaac
2026 Golden Globes
Patrick Schwarzenegger
2026 Golden Globes
Tramell Tillman
Brooches
On the red carpet, the shift is already impossible to ignore. At the 2026 Golden Globes and throughout awards season, actors like Michael B. Jordan, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Oscar Isaac embraced brooches as statement pieces, while Orlando Bloom and Dwayne Johnson added subtle lapel pins to otherwise classic tailoring. Even artists like Snoop Dogg leaned into diamond-set designs, proving the brooch is no longer reserved for tradition—it’s becoming a defining detail in modern menswear.
Finding The Right Piece
As brooches find their way back into modern menswear, we’re reminded that they’ve always been more than just an accessory—they’re personal. Whether it’s a vintage find, a Victorian piece, or something from Tiffany & Co., each brooch tells its own story. From floral designs to animal motifs and more abstract forms, it’s a small detail that allows for individuality in a way that feels both timeless and new.
Sources
Sources:
The Guardian (March 2026) – Men’s brooch trend at the Oscars
Coveteur (2026) – Golden Globes red carpet jewelry
Who Wore What Jewels (2026) – Men’s standout brooch moments