Vivienne Westwood
Man. Ernest Bracelet
The Vivienne Westwood Man. Ernest Bracelet is a men's fashion bracelet made of silvery brass with a darkened finish and zirconia accents, featuring a chain of large links, a tiger tooth charm, and the brand's orb logo. It has a snap hook closure, measures 8mm in chain width, and arrives in a designer box. This bracelet is designed to be worn on the wrist as a fashion accessory.
- Color
- Silvery Brass
- Material
- Silvery brass with darkened finish, zirconia
- Gender
- male
- Style
- edgy, industrial
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Jewelry > Bracelets
Color
Size
Specifications
A bold brass chain bracelet featuring a tiger tooth charm with zirconia, snap-hook closure, and Vivienne Westwood orb logo.
Chunky snap-hook closure, orb logo, tiger tooth charm, silvery brass finish.
- Color
- Silvery Brass · gray
- Material
- Silvery brass with darkened finish, zirconia
- Secondary
- crystal
- Style
- edgy, industrial
- Occasion
- gift
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Jewelry > Bracelets
Additional Attributes
- chain made of large links
- tiger tooth charm set with zirconia
- symbolizes untamed strength
- chunky snap-hook closure
- Vivienne Westwood's orb logo
- silvery brass with a darkened finish
- chain width: 8mm
- presented in a designer box
- industrial touch
- bold piece
Product Insights
Vivienne Westwood's Man. Ernest Bracelet fuses punk-royal heritage with a crystal tiger tooth charm—a deliberate ethical replica of ancient amulets—and the brand's 1986 Orb logo, all at $425 CAD. The plated brass construction (not sterling silver) and pre-oxidized black patina that lightens on high points create a custom two-tone look, but the brass finish patinas normally with wear and requires strict care. The snap-hook clasp outlasts magnetic alternatives, though pavé stones on the charm may loosen over time. With an 8mm chain double the width of David Yurman's, it anchors a multi-bracelet stack under a watch or cuff and pairs with black watch cases and monochrome outfits, embodying punk rebellion over engineered precision.
Verified claims
- Orb logo
- Orb charm traces to Westwood's 1986 punk-futurist logo.
- Tiger tooth charm
- Crystal tiger tooth charm revives ancient predator fang amulets.
- Value proposition
- Plated brass bracelet at $425; competitors use sterling silver.
- Symbolic depth
- The charm's significance spans primal amulet, royal, and punk motifs.
- Ethical replica
- The tiger tooth is a deliberate artificial replica; no animal parts.
- Visual focal point
- Crystal-encrusted tiger tooth charm is the bracelet's focal accent.
- Stacking
- Anchors a multi-bracelet stack yet layers under a watch and cuff.
- Color coordination
- Coordinates with black watch cases, oxidized silver, and monochrome outfits.
- Focal styling
- Crystal tiger tooth is the focal charm; pair with plain bracelets.
- Chain width
- 8mm chain, double the width of David Yurman's 3.6mm Box Chain.
- Design heritage
- Tiger tooth and orb charms represent punk rebellion, opposite David Yurman's engineered precision.
- Tarnishing
- Brass finish patinas normally with wear; strict care needed to avoid rapid tarnishing.
- Clasp
- Snap-hook clasp is more durable and secure than magnetic clasps used on other VW bracelets.
- Pavé
- Buyers report that pavé stones on the tiger tooth charm can loosen or fall off with normal wear.
- Material tradeoff
- Brass with silver-tone plating, not sterling silver; $425 prioritizes design details over metal durability.
- Patina
- Pre-oxidized black patina finish lightens on high points for a custom two-tone look.
- Price justification
- At $425 CAD, bracelet uses brass and cubic zirconia, not precious metals.
- Brand heritage
- Bracelet carries punk-royal heritage from VW's 1987 collection.
- Care routine
- Avoid water and abrasive cloths; store in box; wipe with soft cloth after wear.
Product record
- Title
- Man. Ernest Bracelet
- Brand
- Vivienne Westwood
- Price
- 425 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Circular linked chain bracelet in a polished silver finish with three dangling elements: an oval tag engraved with text, a small pavé horn charm, and a round stud-like charm; a rectangular swivel clasp is visible on the right side.
- Chain linksRounded double-loop chain made of polished silver-tone metal; links are uniform and interlocked to form a continuous circular bracelet.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.18 · w 0.68 · h 0.48 (high) - Swivel claspRectangular swivel-type clasp in polished silver-tone metal with a hinge visible where it connects to the chain on the right side of the bracelet.
1 region
x 0.59 · y 0.52 · w 0.17 · h 0.14 (high) - Oval engraved tagFlat oval metal tag hung from the chain, polished finish, with raised or engraved two-line text.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.59 · w 0.19 · h 0.12 (high) - Tag text“Vivienne Westwood”
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.59 · w 0.19 · h 0.12 (high) - Pavé horn charmSmall tapered horn-shaped charm encrusted with many small clear stones set across its surface, attached by a short loop to the chain and hanging downward from near the clasp.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.68 · w 0.07 · h 0.18 (high) - Round stud charmSmall circular stud-like charm with a raised rounded center attached by a short link, positioned at the lower-left quadrant of the bracelet.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.63 · w 0.10 · h 0.10 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a plain white background with soft directional lighting from above-left producing subtle shadows; bracelet centered and fully visible within frame.
- Shot compositionBracelet laid flat in a near-circular arrangement and photographed from above against a white background.
- Lighting and shadowSoft diffuse lighting creates gentle highlights on the metal and faint drop shadows primarily to the lower-right of the bracelet and charms.
Colors
polished silver· chain and metal components#CBCAC4clear crystal· pavé stones on horn charm#CCCAC4- Chain linksRounded double-loop chain made of polished silver-tone metal; links are uniform and interlocked to form a continuous circular bracelet.
- 02
Product
Close-up of a silver chain bracelet showing a section of round chain links, a lobster clasp, an oval engraved brand tag, a small orb charm, and a crystal pavé horn pendant.
- Chain linksRounded interlocking oval chain links with a polished high-gloss silver finish; links appear tubular and reflect highlights and surrounding objects.
2 regions
x 0.02 · y 0.02 · w 0.96 · h 0.22 (medium); x 0.02 · y 0.56 · w 0.36 · h 0.20 (high) - Lobster claspPolished silver lobster-style clasp with a hinged spring gate and a visible rivet on the clasp body.
1 region
x 0.50 · y 0.44 · w 0.28 · h 0.28 (high) - Oval engraved tagFlat horizontal oval metal tag with internal engraving that reads Vivienne Westwood in two lines; tag surface is polished and reflective.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.60 · w 0.32 · h 0.20 (high) - Brand engraving“Vivienne Westwood”
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.62 · w 0.28 · h 0.16 (high) - Small orb charmSmall circular orb charm composed of a ring with a three-dimensional orb and cross motif, polished silver finish, attached by a small jump ring.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.66 · w 0.12 · h 0.14 (high) - Crystal pavé horn pendantCurved horn-shaped pendant densely covered in small clear crystals set on a polished silver backing, tapering to a pointed end.
1 region
x 0.78 · y 0.58 · w 0.18 · h 0.36 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a plain white background with soft shadows and diffuse lighting; image cropped to focus on bracelet details.
- Background and lightingSmooth white background with soft diffuse shadows beneath metal pieces, suggesting overhead softbox lighting.
- Shot compositionPartial bracelet arranged diagonally across frame with top section cropped out of view and bottom-right elements fully visible.
- Image qualitySharp detail on metal textures and crystal facets; minimal visible noise.
Colors
polished silver· polished metal (chain, clasp, tag, orb)#C5C2BBclear crystal· crystals on horn pendant#CDCCCA- Chain linksRounded interlocking oval chain links with a polished high-gloss silver finish; links appear tubular and reflect highlights and surrounding objects.
Documents & Data
Reddit Insights
3 threads · r/viviennewestwood, r/AskMeuf, r/jewelryReddit users largely view Vivienne Westwood bracelets as overpriced costume jewelry with frequent quality issues, though some appreciate the design and suggest second-hand or alternative options.
The discussions are predominantly critical of the bracelet's quality and value, citing rapid tarnishing, broken parts, and high cost for brass materials; however, a minority of users are satisfied with the aesthetics and find the pricing acceptable for a designer brand.
Themes
Use Cases
- Fashion accessory
- Gift
Watch Out For
Compared To
vs Etsy/vintage jewelry
Many recommend Etsy or vintage for similar designs at lower prices with better materials (sterling silver), avoiding the brand premium.
vs Knockoffs/dupes
Some users claim fake versions are more durable and don't tarnish, offering the same look without the quality issues.
Source Threads
User reports pearl bracelet magnet and pearls falling off
I have the exact same problem with this bracelet!! First the magnet came off when I first got given it, so I superglued it back on which seemed to work. Then one of the pearls fell off so managed to superglue that back on too, but now everytime I wear it, it seems to come undone too :( so annoying bc it's so beautiful I just wanna wear it all the time but scared it'll come off and I'll lose it forever!!
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User reports VW bracelet oxidizing quickly
J'ai aussi un bracelet, un collier et plusieurs boucles d'oreilles. Le bracelet a oxydé a une vitesse folle, j'ai d'autres bijoux plus cheap qui ont mieux tenu.
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Commenter notes that VW bracelet price is mostly brand equity
While certainly bearing great affection for the brand (My ex did PR for Agent Provacateur) it is fair to say that this bracelet is fairly priced for what it is -- the vast majority of what you pay is brand equity in VW. I would expect a comparable VW bracelet in sterling to retail for 4x-5x.
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