Jennifer Behr's Jeweled Symphony: Where Hair Accessories Meet High Jewelry
Jennifer Behr has long been synonymous with transformative hair accessories that blur the line between adornment and art. Now, the Brooklyn-based designer extends her mastery of crystal-setting and intricate metalwork into a captivating earring collection that captures the same ethereal romance that has made her headpieces coveted by brides and red-carpet stylists alike.
Each piece in the collection reflects Behr's signature approach to luxury accessories: meticulous hand-setting of crystals and semi-precious stones, combined with an intuitive understanding of how light catches and moves across metalwork. The Apolline Chandelier Earrings exemplify this philosophy, featuring cascading crystals that create movement reminiscent of her iconic tiara designs, but scaled for everyday elegance.
What sets Jennifer Behr's earrings apart is the same attention to craftsmanship that has made her hair accessories treasured keepsakes. Working with the same Parisian ateliers that produce her headpieces, each earring undergoes a multi-step process where crystals are individually selected for clarity and fire, then hand-set using techniques borrowed from fine jewelry making.
The collection's strength lies in its versatility of stone selection and setting styles. The Catherine earrings showcase vintage rose crystals that evoke 1920s glamour, while the Liana design pairs diamond-cut crystals with lustrous pearls for a more contemporary bridal aesthetic. For those drawn to color, the Elin earrings feature vibrant citrine stones that capture light like drops of sunshine.
Semi-precious stones play an equally important role in the collection, with pieces like the Natalia aquamarine drops and Joliel rose quartz earrings offering the depth and natural variation that only genuine stones can provide. These aren't mass-produced settings – each stone is carefully selected for its individual character, much like how Behr approaches the vintage elements in her hair accessories.
What makes these earrings particularly compelling for the Lola Dré client is their ability to transition seamlessly from day to evening wear. The smaller Caroline drops work beautifully with tailored workwear, while statement pieces like the Apolline chandeliers transform any evening look into something special. They're also perfect complements to Behr's hair accessories – imagine pairing the Liana pearl drops with one of her signature crystal hair vines for a coordinated bridal look.
