Breaking Ground: Florals for Spring

As with birthstones and different metal colours, flowers have carried deep meaning for centuries. They often represent love, growth and, of course, new beginnings, which are all ideal sentiments to suit the meaning of an engagement ring. There are different symbols for different flowers, meaning a garden of possibilities when it comes to choosing the perfect piece of jewellery.

Some examples include roses that are associated with passion, lilies with purity and daisies are reminiscent of innocence. These natural inspirations make floral motifs an equally natural fit with jewellery that signifies commitment and devotion.

The use of floral motifs in jewellery can be traced all the way back to ancient civilisations, where artisans incorporated flower-inspired patterns into their work. The Regency and Victorian eras, saw a surge in floral jewellery, with intricate gold and gemstone designs reflecting the time’s fascination with nature. We imagine the Bridgertons enjoying wearing an array of floral-inspired designs on their romantic promenades.

Art Nouveau further embraced organic forms, producing flowing floral patterns in gold, enamel and delicate gemstones. This legacy continues in contemporary jewellery, with designers drawing from historical influences while infusing modern craftsmanship.

Seeing different variations of these delicate yet powerful blooms and buds throughout history proves that the natural world is filled with inspiration. Each century and decade gravitated to floral motifs in some way, and it will be interesting to see it evolve along with technology and ever-changing tastes.