Flower crowns: They’ve been the subject of fashion trend pieces and aspirational Pinterest boards for years, and their popularity doesn’t show any sign of waning (at least if those Snapchat filters are any indication). But one new accessory is poised to challenge flowers’ spot on the throne — the mermaid crown. These elaborate, shell-covered headpieces are the adornment of choice for would-be mer-people at festivals, bachelorette parties, and even weddings, and they’re the dreamiest way to pledge your allegiance to the life aquatic.
Aquamarine Mermaid Crown by by Wild & Free Jewelry, $160
So, what are mermaid crowns, exactly? Corina Brown, who sells handmade crowns for her line Wild & Free Jewelry, describes these sea-themed, shell-covered headpieces as “straight out of a fantasy tale that evokes the spirit of mermaid mythology, reminding us land dwellers to take a step back from our rushed daily lives and appreciate the magic in the world.”
Casting Spell Mermaid Crown by Wild & Free Jewelry, $160
The fantasy began for Corina when she founded Wild & Free five years ago, initially creating subdued seashell headbands. “Over time,” she says, “they evolved to become more intricate and substantial.” Now, each of her headpieces takes up to five hours to complete and features dozens of different types of seashells, which she sources near her home in Santa Barbara, California, and online. “A few customers have told me they love them so much, they wear them to the beach,” says Brown.
Fairy Dust Mermaid Crown by Wild & Free Jewelry, $160
Asked to theorize why we’re so fascinated with this fairytale look, Corina supposes it’s a natural way to express our innate sense of whimsy and nostalgia. “I believe people are drawn to the designs because it reminds them to embrace the fantasy we all believed in as children. Mermaid crowns serve as a tribute to a long-lost sense of wonder.”
What brings back your childlike sense of wonder? Tell us in the comments.
57 comments
Sue from SuesAkornShop said 3 years ago
What a unique idea. They are just lovely! Congrats on the feature.
Katrina Dzerkale from Dominna said 3 years ago
Look at that black mermaid crown ! Amazing !!!
charlotte bazzano from charlotteswebzz said 3 years ago
This may be the most unique item I've seen here on etsy ! Kudos to the artist !!
benna and hanna from bennaandhanna said 3 years ago
This is very unique and mermaid themed wedding will be soo cool. Congrats and more blessings.
Megan from MegansMenagerie said 3 years ago
These are beautiful!
Francine from HomespunHeartofMine said 3 years ago
The crowns are truly ENCHANTING, Corina....very, very unique!!! Great article, Molly!!! Childlike sense of wonder~~~Star filled skies in the country sky above our home. :D
Miss B from HeyThatsMyJam said 3 years ago
Absolutely amazing! What a creative mind, I love your shop.
Maria B. from TheNorthWayStudio said 3 years ago
Oh. My. Gosh. YES! These are all stunning--I'll probably have to buy them all for my inner mermaid.
Cristy Ramos from ArtisanBathandBody said 3 years ago
Laborious and fabulous! Love them all ♥
Sujata from TreasuredMemoryLane said 3 years ago
Beautiful and unique idea! Congratulations on the feature!
Rachel Bingaman from BingArt said 3 years ago
These are just magical! Love, love, love them!
Jennifer from LittleWeeShop said 3 years ago
Woah, the aquamarine one...makes me want to transform into a mermaid. I'd Better sharpen up on my swimming skills.
Greg and Mary from LightingAlchemy said 3 years ago
Amazing work!! Congratulations!!!
Dana said 3 years ago
The mermaid crowns are exotic and beautiful. What a fabulous idea.
Griffin Montgomery from GriffinJoyPhoto said 3 years ago
These are so dang amazing! I just am blown away by how much I love this!!!!!!
Flair Nouri from FlairPaintings said 3 years ago
They are very exotic looking and attractive!!! Congratulations on the feature!
Michael Robinson from CarvedAccessories said 3 years ago
These are awesome, they would be ever more awesome with the most common loved crystals. I'm picturing it now. Quartz mixed with pyrite looking crystals!
Loribeth from MomentsOfArt said 3 years ago
They are beautiful. I've never seen anything like them before. :)
all of the things from allofthethingsNYC said 3 years ago
So pretty! We're working on a couple of these too! Can't wait to get our hands on some starfish :-)
Teerasak Borkam from TribalAndHarem said 3 years ago
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Rebecca from WindancerJewelry said 3 years ago
What an imaginative craft to create! Looks like she found her niche!
Nicole from Crackerjackarma said 3 years ago
So beautiful ~ Gifts from the sea placed upon thee !
Melissa Swan from BigIslandDreaming said 3 years ago
These are fantastic. Very creative.
Niki from CaramelAppleBooks said 3 years ago
These are so stunning. Amazing creativity!
Suzanne Rorick from SRorickArt said 3 years ago
It must be so much fun to create these crowns! They're beautiful!
Kfir from KinArtBoutique said 3 years ago
B E S T !
Lemonada Designs from LemonadaDesigns said 3 years ago
Beautiful creations! Congrats and morr blessings!
Nadia B from BasicKnitwear said 3 years ago
Amazing! Beautiful shop! Congratulations on the feature!
Piper Pixie from PiperPixieDesigns said 3 years ago
YAAASSSSSS! I adore this! Mermaids are so in and I've been waiting FOREVER for this to happen (。◕‿‿◕。)
Corina Brown from wildandfreejewelry said 3 years ago
thank you so much for the feature Etsy! This is so wonderful :) xx
Chris Wittmann from catsinthecradlesoap said 3 years ago
Well I have a friend who's convinced she was a mermaid in a former life, so she'd probably love one of these, though I'm not so sure she would actually wear it! They are beautiful, even just to display!
Maria Julia Bastias from JuSal08 said 3 years ago
Love it!
Sukran Kirtis from SukranKirtisJewelry said 3 years ago
very inspirational, I may work on a necklace design with shells, pearls and some bling..Congrats on your feature
Patti Trostle from PattiTrostle said 3 years ago
Great designs!
Barbara Gable from CrazyLovely said 3 years ago
How fun! I just love these!
Kashuen Collectibles from Kashuen said 3 years ago
I have been admiring this shop for a long time. Congratulations on the feature.
Ashley from WAXandWANEshop said 3 years ago
Oh My Gosh! I have no logical reason to own one of these but I now suddenly feel an urgent need to but one! These are so AMAZING!!
Ashley from WAXandWANEshop said 3 years ago
buy* I think I might be an evil mermaid for Halloween and get that black one!!
Madeleine Keller from ThoseGoodVibrations said 3 years ago
mermaid crowns are beautiful, and so are these photos, wow! congrats to Corina on this little feature :)
Not Made In China Finds from NotMadeInChinaFinds said 3 years ago
***************Original & Unique!***************** CONGRATS
Maria from PetiteFraise said 3 years ago
So magical! I love mermaids, sea creatures and these crowns! :)
Vintage Gypsy Studios from BohemianGypsyCaravan said 3 years ago
These are beautiful ! Kinda wish I was a mermaid..
Elena Vorobey from ElenaVorobey said 3 years ago
Amazing!
Hajira Gibb from HajiraKG said 3 years ago
Beautiful, unique and lovely
Grace from lacetime said 3 years ago
Just love this so much , so creative and chic ideas
Tahir Ismail from Barismil said 3 years ago
wow, I like the first one best. really nice.
Kim Cole from BeachDaisyJewelry said 3 years ago
Beautiful mermaid crowns! Congrats on the feature!
Sharon from YearsAfter said 3 years ago
What a Fantastic idea! Who didn't want to be a Mermaid? I did! Love the Crowns for the Queen of the Sea!
Sudarat Sungkaew from mudyomthai said 3 years ago
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athina motta from FeltInLoveCreations said 3 years ago
Beautiful artwork! I loved the photographs too...very inspiring!
Renulek from Renulek said 3 years ago
this is beautiful and amazing!!!!
Irina Shapoval from LadyLunarCat said 3 years ago
It is stunningly beautiful! Very unusual idea!
chrysa from ccfashionstr said 3 years ago
i am astonished, i love them all! <3
Barry Bentley from BarrysVintageGlasswa said 3 years ago
Coming up with the idea of Mermaid crowns by using gifts from the earth and shaping them into a beautiful craft. This is what I call a true artist that can envision this type of creativity. I am truly impressed of course the models are not bad either.
Pasta Principal from ProfoundandPretty said 2 years ago
Fantasy at its finest! Great concept...love it!
Anna from bellecaprice said 2 years ago
Take your chance If you want to stand out from crowd.
Anna from bellecaprice said 2 years ago
Take your chance If you want to stand out from crowd.