Wild Bloom Barrette
- A wild garden in silver — deeply sculpted floral relief inspired by centuries of botanical ornament.
- Cast in solid Britannia metal with a cool silver finish, hypoallergenic.
- 3¼ inches long — substantial enough to hold, refined enough to wear anywhere.
There's a particular kind of garden that only exists in the margins of old botanical engravings — the kind where every flower is in bloom at once, where the vine doesn't care about the season, where abundance is the whole point. It's not realistic. It's better than realistic. It's the garden as the human mind wishes it were: overflowing, tangled, alive in every direction at once.
That visual tradition runs deep. From the illuminated manuscripts of the medieval period through William Morris's Arts and Crafts wallpapers, the idea of the "wild bloom" — nature rendered in ornamental profusion — has been one of the most enduring motifs in Western decorative art. Morris believed that pattern should feel organic, that the eye should follow a design the way it follows a climbing rose: without thinking, without stopping. He wanted beauty to live in the everyday object, not just on the gallery wall.
Oberon Design has been working in that lineage for decades from their studio in Santa Cruz, California, casting intricate nature-inspired designs in solid metal with a craftsman's patience and an artist's eye. The Wild Bloom Barrette is made from Britannia metal — a lustrous, hypoallergenic alloy with a cool silver finish and a satisfying heft. At 3¼ inches long and ¾ inch wide, it holds its own in thick or fine hair alike, with 24 grams of weight that feels purposeful rather than heavy. The relief is deeply sculpted, catching light across every petal and tendril, the kind of detail you run your thumb across without thinking.
This is a piece that turns a simple gesture — pulling your hair back — into something quietly beautiful.
Handcrafted by Oberon Design.
Specifications
- Material: Britannia Metal
- Metal: Base Metal Alloy
- Length: 3 1/4 x 3/4 inches
- Weight: 24 g
- Made in California
- Economy shipping is FREE with orders of $95 or more.
- All items are kept in stock and ship from our warehouse in North Carolina.
- We personally inspect every single item we sell, pack it by hand, and deliver the boxes to the post office.
- Orders generally ship the day following placement.
- We ship primarily via US Mail, but may use other carriers depending on package value and destination.
- Returns on items not marked Final Sale are accepted within 30 days of delivery. Read the full policy.
THE HAROLD & HAZEL DIFFERENCE
Every piece here has earned its place.
QUALITY MATERIALS
Sterling silver, genuine gemstones, and solid metals — no plastic or cheap materials.
REAL MAKERS
Every artist on this site has been personally verified for their talent and creativity.
LIMITED RUNS
Most pieces are made in small batches. When they're gone, they're often gone for good.
BOLD BY DESIGN
Every item here was chosen because it has color, character, and something to say.
ORNAMENT IN BLOOM
The tradition of rendering nature as pattern — lush, tangled, unapologetically abundant — stretches from medieval manuscripts to the Arts and Crafts movement and beyond. Oberon Design continues it in cast metal, one piece at a time, from their California studio.
Rooted in the botanical ornament tradition of Western decorative art
Cast and finished by hand in Santa Cruz, California
Solid Britannia metal — hypoallergenic, lustrous, and built to last
THE REVIEWS SPEAK FOR THEMSELVES
The best way to know if you'll love our Wild Bloom Barrette? Hear from someone who already does.
Got questions?
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Find fast answers about shipping, returns, and our unique jewelry.
How long does shipping take?
Most orders ship within one business day of placing your order — sometimes the same day. Economy shipping typically takes about a week via USPS, while standard shipping (Priority Mail) arrives in 2-3 business days. We're based in North Carolina, so East Coast orders tend to arrive a little faster. You'll receive a tracking number as soon as your order ships.
Will the jewelry fade or tarnish?
Our jewelry is made from a variety of materials, including sterling silver. Sterling silver will eventually tarnish, but you can slow that process by storing it in a small airtight bag or container, or in a special anti-tarnish bag. If it’s lost some shine, it can be gently washed with a soft cloth, warm water, and a drop of mild soap, such as blue Dawn. If you still see tarnish, use an anti-tarnish cloth. Do not use commercial jewelry cleaners unless they are specifically labeled safe for sterling silver. The best way to keep your sterling silver shiny is to wear it often! The more you wear it, the less tarnish you’ll see. And never wear sterling silver in the swimming pool or hot tub! Chlorine will cause it to tarnish almost instantly.
Most other metals don’t exactly tarnish, but they can get a little dull if they’re not worn. Washing with a tiny amount of mild soap is the best way to bring them back to life again. You can prevent this by putting on your jewelry last, after you apply hairspray or perfume, and don’t wear them in the shower or bath.
Genuine pearls do require extra gentle care. Don’t ever use commercial jewelry cleaners on them; you will almost certainly damage the nacre and destroy their unique sheen and iridescence. Be very careful about hairspray, cosmetics, and perfume, and absolutely never put them in an ultrasonic jewelry cleaner!
Can I return or exchange?
Yes. You have 30 days from receipt to return or exchange anything that isn't marked Final Sale. Items need to be in new condition. Exchanges ship free, with no minimum order required. Returns are refunded minus a $5 shipping fee (once per shipment, not per item). We don’t ever charge restocking fees.
Is your jewelry hypoallergenic?
Most of our pieces are hypoallergenic, but not all. You can filter to only show hypoallergenic pieces when browsing, and you will also see an icon on all pieces certified hypoallergenic and nickel-free by their makers.
Can I track my order?
Yes — as soon as your order ships, you'll receive a tracking number by email so you can follow it the whole way to your door.
What makes your jewelry different?
Honestly? Most of it comes down to Amanda. Every maker on this site has been personally researched and verified — she checks that pieces are genuinely handmade, by the person who claims to have made them, using the materials listed. These are small-batch pieces in sterling silver, gold-filled, and genuine gemstones, mostly made in the USA. They aren’t factory pieces, aren’t from resellers, and are not the same thing you'd find on a hundred other sites. When something sells out here, it often stays sold out.
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