Dice Kayek Brooches: Crystal Bows, Creatures and How to Wear Them

The brooch is the smallest piece Dice Kayek makes, and the one that turns up most often in its own photographs: pinned to a lapel, at the collar of a white shirt, on the shoulder of a black knit. Coveti carries 16 Dice Kayek brooches, from $660 to $930. Most are crystal-embellished bows and ribbons; the rest are creatures and objects, a dragonfly, a salamander, a lizard, a snake, a palm tree, a teddy bear, a beetle and a pod of peas. Here is the full set and how to wear one.

Key facts

• The count: 16 brooches at Coveti on 12 October 2026, $660 to $930.
• The finish: crystals and glass stones applied by hand, so no two sit quite the same.
• The designs: bows and ribbons in several sizes, and a run of creatures and objects.
• Size: one size; the larger bows read from across a room, the creatures are lapel scale.
• The house: Dice Kayek was founded in Paris in 1992 by the Turkish sisters Ece and Ayse Ege. Ece, who trained at ESMOD in Paris, is the creative director; Ayse runs the company.

Choosing a designer brooch

Three things separate a designer brooch from a cheaper one: how the stones are set, the weight and the back. The Dice Kayek pieces are embellished by hand, sit flat against the fabric and are heavy enough to hold their place on a lapel. Choose a bow for tailoring and a long creature, like the lizard and the dragonfly, for a coat.

The bows and ribbons

Bows are the house shape: they appear on the satin gowns, on the skirts and on the shirts, so the bow brooch is the natural way to add Dice Kayek to an outfit. There are several crystal bows at slightly different prices, a big bow and a big ribbon, and a black bow. The larger ones work on a coat; the smaller on a shirt collar.

The creatures and objects

The dragonfly, the salamander, the lizard and the snake are drawn long and narrow, so they sit well running up a lapel. The palm tree, the teddy bear and the peas are the playful ones; the peas brooch is a trompe l’oeil pod in crystal. The big beetle is the only multicolour piece in the set.

How the house wears its brooches

On tailoring first: one brooch high on the lapel of a black blazer. On a white shirt, pinned at the collar point in place of a necklace. Two together on the shoulder of a fine knit. On a coat, at the throat. Coveti has a full guide on how to wear a brooch, and if you are weighing a crystal piece against precious jewellery, read costume jewellery vs fine jewellery.

Caring for a crystal brooch

Keep it in its pouch, apart from other jewellery, so the stones do not scratch. Keep it away from perfume and water, and wipe it with a soft dry cloth. Pin through a seam where you can, so the weight does not pull a fine fabric.

Brooches as gifts

At $660 to $930, a brooch is the most giftable Dice Kayek piece, and it fits every wardrobe because it does not depend on size. Pair it with a white shirt from the shirts guide for a bigger present, and see all designer brooches at Coveti.

Every Dice Kayek brooch at Coveti

1. Crystal-Embellished Teddy Brooch in White, $930

Hand-embellished with shimmering crystals and finished with a vivid red bow, it captures a nostalgic, whimsical spirit while retaining the sophistication of a sculptural jewel. This charming teddy bear brooch pairs playfulness with couture craftsmanship.

2. Crystal-Embellished Dragonfly Brooch in White, $920

This dazzling hand-embellished dragonfly-shaped brooch blends whimsy with sophistication, crafted from shimmering crystal stones that capture light with every movement. A playful nod to nature and surrealist art, it brings a bold yet refined accent when pinned to a lapel, blouse and evening dress.

3. Crystal-Embellished Lizard Brooch Classic in White, $920

This dazzling hand-embellished lizard-shaped brooch blends whimsy with sophistication, crafted from shimmering crystal stones that capture light with every movement. A playful nod to nature and surrealist art, it brings a bold yet refined accent when pinned to a lapel, blouse and evening dress.

4. Crystal-Embellished Palm Tree Brooch in White, $920

This radiant Palm Tree Brooch evokes the allure of distant horizons and golden light. Its hand-embellished crystals trace the silhouette of a palm, shimmering with a sculptural elegance.

5. Crystal-Embellished Snake Brooch in White, $920

This dazzling hand-embellished snake-shaped brooch blends whimsy with sophistication, crafted from shimmering crystal stones that capture light with every movement. A playful nod to nature and surrealist art, it brings a bold yet refined accent when pinned to a lapel, blouse and evening dress.

6. Crystal-Embellished Bow Brooch BR50030 in White, $880

This dazzling hand-embellished brooch blends whimsy with sophistication, crafted from shimmering crystal stones that capture light with every movement. A playful nod to nature and surrealist art, it brings a bold yet refined accent when pinned to a lapel, blouse and evening dress.

7. Crystal-Embellished Bow Brooch BR50031 in White, $880

This dazzling hand-embellished brooch blends whimsy with sophistication, crafted from shimmering crystal stones that capture light with every movement. A playful nod to nature and surrealist art, it brings a bold yet refined accent when pinned to a lapel, blouse and evening dress.

8. Crystal-Embellished Bow Brooch Butterfly Bow in White, $880

Hand-embellished with shimmering crystals, this bow pairs playfulness with couture craftsmanship. Each element is individually placed to create a refined, light-catching surface.

9. Crystal-Embellished Big Bow Brooch in Black, $870

This trompe-l’oeil brooch is made with gemstones and is fashioned in the shape of a ribbon. It can be worn on a shirt and jacket, adding an Art Deco touch to a plain lapel.

10. Crystal-Embellished Big Ribbon Brooch in White, $870

This trompe-l’oeil brooch is made with gemstones and is fashioned in the shape of a ribbon. It can be worn on a shirt and jacket, adding an Art Deco touch to a plain lapel.

11. Crystal-Embellished Bow Brooch in Black, $870

This trompe-l’oeil brooch is made with hand-embellished crystals and is fashioned in the shape of a ribbon. It can be worn on a shirt and jacket, adding an Art Deco touch to a plain lapel. 100% glass.

12. Crystal-Embellished Lizard Brooch Pave in White, $870

This striking lizard-shaped brooch captures the allure of movement and light, crafted with shimmering hand-embellished crystals that evoke the fluid grace of the creature it portrays. It can be worn on a shirt, jacket and dress, bringing a subtle touch of surreal elegance and Art Deco refinement to any ensemble.

13. Crystal-Embellished Salamander Brooch in White, $870

This radiant salamander-shaped brooch embodies fluidity and strength, its sinuous body paved with shimmering hand-embellished crystal stones catch the light at every angle. Symbol of transformation and fire, it brings a touch of bold elegance and surreal charm to any outfit, perfect on a lapel, blouse and evening dress.

14. Crystal-Embellished Bow Brooch BR50029 in White, $820

This dazzling hand-embellished brooch blends whimsy with sophistication, crafted from shimmering crystal stones that capture light with every movement. A playful nod to nature and surrealist art, it brings a bold yet refined accent when pinned to a lapel, blouse and evening dress.

15. Big Beetle Brooch in Multicolour, $660

This dazzling beetle-shaped brooch blends whimsy with sophistication, crafted from shimmering gemstones that capture light with every movement. A playful nod to nature and surrealist art, it brings a bold yet refined accent when pinned to a lapel, blouse and evening dress.

16. Crystal-Embellished Silver Peas Brooch in Black, $660

This trompe-l’oeil brooch is made with gemstones and is fashioned in the shape of peas. It can be worn on a shirt and jacket, adding an Art Deco touch to a plain lapel. 100% glass 100% viscose.

Buying Dice Kayek at Coveti

Every piece is authentic and checked before dispatch, and ships worldwide by insured express courier (DHL Express and FedEx International Priority). Most regions ship Delivered Duty Unpaid, so local duties and taxes are payable on delivery. Sizes on Coveti are shown in UK, converted from the house French sizing where FR 36 is a UK 8. Full terms are in the logistics and returns protocol.

Frequently asked questions

Are Dice Kayek brooches real crystal?

They are embellished with crystals and glass stones applied by hand. They are costume jewellery, not precious stones.

How much is a Dice Kayek brooch?

At Coveti, $660 to $930.

How do you wear a bow brooch?

High on the lapel of a blazer, at the collar of a white shirt, on the shoulder of a fine knit, at the throat of a coat. Keep other jewellery minimal.

Can a brooch damage a silk shirt?

A heavy brooch can pull fine silk. Pin it through a seam, a collar point and a placket, where the fabric is doubled.

Is a brooch a good gift?

Yes. It needs no size, it works on any wardrobe and the Dice Kayek brooches sit well below the price of a jacket.

How do you store a crystal brooch?

In its pouch, apart from other jewellery, away from damp and perfume.

Read next

How to wear a brooch, Alessandra Rich jewellery, crystal collar shirts, the jackets to pin them on.

More Dice Kayek guides

Who is Dice Kayek, the Dice Kayek size guide, the shirts and blouses guide, the jackets and coats guide, and the full Dice Kayek collection at Coveti.

Sources and method

Checked on 12 October 2026 by Gemma Deeks, Fashion Editor at Coveti. Product facts (compositions, fit notes, model measurements, country of manufacture) are the brand’s own product-page text; prices and counts are the live Coveti catalogue on that date and move with stock. Where a claim could not be checked it was left out.

• dicekayek.com: the house collections, product pages, composition, country of manufacture and size guide, read on 12 October 2026
• Coveti, logistics and returns protocol
• Coveti live catalogue, 12 October 2026: prices, sizes and stock

Gemma Deeks is Fashion Editor at Coveti. Prices, stock and counts on this page were checked against coveti.com and dicekayek.com on 12 October 2026.