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Enamel pins are making a comeback! They're a fun and innovative way to showcase your unique style with various statements and designs. Whether you've stumbled upon them in a thrift store, an online boutique, or received them as gifts from friends, if you've got a collection of enamel pins and need some inspiration, try incorporating them into your accessories or adding flair to a plain jacket for daily wear.
Instructions
Adding Them to a Jacket
Adorn your collar with a few enamel pins for a striking touch. If you have just a couple of pins and want to elevate your jacket's style, place them along the collar's edge to make them stand out. Experiment with coordinating pins based on color or design. For instance, pair two pink pins together or opt for two circular pins on either side.
- For example, place 2 pink pins side by side, or try 2 circular pins on opposite ends.
Create a focal point by clustering several pins on the front of your denim jacket. If you have a plethora of enamel pins and want to showcase them, arrange them on the front of your denim jacket around the chest pocket area to craft an intricate design. You can group them closely together or space them out evenly for a balanced appearance.
Pro Tip: Remember to remove your pins before washing your jacket to avoid losing them in the washing machine or dryer.
Elevate your cuffs with the addition of pins.
If you appreciate the elegance of cufflinks but desire a contemporary twist, affix a selection of enamel pins along the edges of your jacket sleeves. Ensure that the pins are lightweight to prevent them from weighing down your sleeves.
Make a statement by adorning the lapels of your leather jacket with pins. If you feel your leather jacket needs an extra oomph, try embellishing the lapels with a cluster of pins. Aim to match the colors of your jacket and pins for a cohesive appearance, or opt for an eclectic mix of colors for a unique look.
- For instance, if your jacket is black, inject vibrancy with bold-colored pins. Alternatively, maintain a neutral aesthetic with black pins featuring white designs.
Decorating Hats with Pins
Elevate your beanie game with the addition of enamel pins. Transform your beanie from plain to stylish by adorning it with enamel pins. Place them prominently on the front for immediate visibility, or sprinkle a few pins on the sides and back for an element of surprise.
- If you're not satisfied with the placement of your pins, feel free to rearrange them as needed.
Enhance your baseball cap with the addition of enamel pins. Make a statement by affixing a single large enamel pin as the focal point on a plain baseball cap. Alternatively, scatter a few smaller pins around the cap's design.
- Due to the rigidity of the cap's bill, it's best to attach pins to the softer fabric areas.
Revamp your bucket hat with vibrant enamel pins. Bucket hats are a popular accessory, especially in warmer climates. Brighten up a solid-colored bucket hat with colorful pins, or add some flair to a patterned hat with small, complementary pins.
Pro Tip: Avoid weighing down the brim of your bucket hat by concentrating pin placement towards the center of the hat.
Incorporating Pins into Your Accessories
Make a statement by adorning your backpack with enamel pins. Showcase pins with powerful messages on your backpack for a striking, everyday appearance. Attach pins to the backpack straps if they're narrow enough, or insert them into the soft fabric of the backpack body.
- Backpacks offer an ideal canvas for displaying pins, especially if you use your backpack frequently.
Elevate your belt game by inserting pins through your belt loops. The holes in your belt are perfect for pin insertion. Place one near the buckle to infuse a plain belt with a fresh design.
Pro Tip: Ensure your shirt is tucked in so that your belt pin is visible.
Enhance your purse by adding pins to the straps. If your purse feels lacking in personality, embellish the straps with pins to give it a stylish upgrade. Opt for a few small pins for simplicity, or adorn the strap fronts with large pins for a bold statement.
- Avoid placing pins on the part of the strap that rests on your shoulder to prevent discomfort from pin digging.
Transform your bag with a plethora of pins. If you're bored of your current purse but have an abundance of enamel pins, use them to revamp your purse and give it a fresh new look. This technique works best with purses made of fabric or other soft materials.
- Exercise caution with leather or suede purses as pins could cause damage to the exterior.
