: an ornament that is held by a pin or clasp and is worn at or near the neck
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The Bear nominee Ayo Edebiri stepped out in an off-the-shoulder black velvet Chanel dress embellished with resin and peals brooches.
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Jackie Fields, PEOPLE, 12 Jan. 2026
The director wore custom brooches of Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande.
—Carolyn Burt, Oc Register, 12 Jan. 2026
She was accompanied on the red carpet by her husband, music producer Benny Blanco, who wore a black suit with an unbuttoned shirt and statement brooch.
—Oscar Holland, CNN Money, 12 Jan. 2026
Her Balenciaga gown featured a peplum-like petal detail to perfectly accentuate her baby bump, while a crystal brooch and Fred Leighton jewels added sparkle to her look.
—Kevin Huynh, InStyle, 11 Jan. 2026
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Jackie Fields, PEOPLE, 12 Jan. 2026
The director wore custom brooches of Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande.
—Carolyn Burt, Oc Register, 12 Jan. 2026
She was accompanied on the red carpet by her husband, music producer Benny Blanco, who wore a black suit with an unbuttoned shirt and statement brooch.
—Oscar Holland, CNN Money, 12 Jan. 2026
Her Balenciaga gown featured a peplum-like petal detail to perfectly accentuate her baby bump, while a crystal brooch and Fred Leighton jewels added sparkle to her look.
—Kevin Huynh, InStyle, 11 Jan. 2026
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“Brooch.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/brooch. Accessed 29 Jan. 2026.
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brooch
noun
ˈbrōch 
ˈbrüch
: an ornamental pin or clasp worn on clothing
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