Camellia brooches

A camellia brooch is a floral pin inspired by the camellia’s rounded flower head and layered petals. Jewellery designs often emphasise this compact bloom with pearls, crystals, enamel or sculptural petal details.

Camellia designs usually have a more rounded, evenly layered flower shape, while rose brooches often emphasise tightly curled or spiralling petals. This can give camellia brooches a cleaner, more structured floral appearance.

Choose pearl or mother of pearl for a softer, more understated glow. Crystal camellias catch more light and tend to feel dressier, while designs combining both materials offer a balance between lustre and sparkle.

White and pearl camellias are particularly versatile with black, navy, cream and pastels. Blue and purple designs stand out beautifully against neutral outfits, while gold-tone camellias complement camel, brown, burgundy and warmer shades.