Crystals and pearls orb choker product image (primary)
A short choker composed of a single strand of round pearls sitting at the base of the neck with a centrally placed metallic orb pendant encrusted with clear crystals.

Vivienne Westwood

Crystals And Pearls Orb Choker

CA$350.00CAD
In Stock

The Vivienne Westwood Crystals and Pearls Orb Choker is a fashion necklace featuring a single strand of synthetic pearls and a central orb pendant in silver-plated brass set with Swarovski crystals. It is designed as a choker and comes in two lengths: 14.5 inches (37 cm) and 16.25 inches (41 cm), with a signature clasp fastener. The necklace is supplied with a box and signature dust bag, and the materials are silver-plated brass, synthetic pearls, and Swarovski crystals.

Material
Silver plated brass, synthetic pearls and Swarovski crystals
Gender
female
Style
trendy, vintage, glam
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Jewelry > Necklaces

Color

WhiteGolden Yellow

Size

12

Specifications

Delicate choker featuring the iconic Vivienne Westwood orb adorned with Swarovski crystals and synthetic pearls.

Orb pendant with Swarovski crystals, synthetic pearls, adjustable length via two sizes, signature clasp.

Material
Silver plated brass, synthetic pearls and Swarovski crystals
Style
trendy, vintage, glam
Occasion
party, date-night
Gender
female
Age Group
adult
Condition
new
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Jewelry > Necklaces

Additional Attributes

  • Iconic Vivienne Westwood orb pendant
  • Enhanced with Swarovski crystals
  • Elegant strand of synthetic pearls
  • Silver plated brass construction
  • Secure signature clasp fastener
  • Includes box and signature dust bag
  • Two size options: 14.5'' and 16.25'' length
  • Choker-length design
  • Fused crystals and pearls for ultra-trendy effect

Product Insights

The Crystals And Pearls Orb Choker by Vivienne Westwood merges punk countercultural symbolism with aristocratic pearl subversion, its orb pendant—a 1987 Harris Tweed debut—revived by Nana manga and TikTok aesthetics, but the $350 CAD price reflects brand prestige over materials, as Swarovski crystals are glued and non-replaceable, plating requires careful maintenance, and near-identical fakes are common, leaving owners to weigh authenticity markers like packaging and heritage against the tradeoff of buying a replica for the same look.

Verified claims

Design
The orb pendant fuses a Saturn ring with the royal orb and debuted in the 1987 Harris Tweed show.
Countercultural symbolism
Westwood paired the orb with pearls to subvert aristocratic style codes.
Nana revival
Revived by Nana manga and TikTok's anime and e-girl aesthetics.
Counterfeit risk
Buyers report fakes are common and visually close to the original.
Crystals
Swarovski crystals are glued into the orb and can fall out; individual replacement is not offered.
Plating
With careful avoidance of water and perfume, the silver plating can last several years; professional replating is available.
Pearls
Synthetic pearls resist perfume and sweat; wipe with a dry cloth after each wear.
Care
Store in the dust bag, clean with mild soap, and use a safety pin to secure the clasp.
Clasp workaround
A gold safety pin can lock the clasp, preventing loss.
Pendant attachment
The orb pendant is permanently fixed to the chain and not detachable.
Materials
Silver-plated brass, synthetic pearls, and Swarovski crystals; fakes are near-identical but lack crystal quality.
Value
The $350 CAD price reflects brand prestige; many owners recommend buying a fake for the same look.
Authenticity markers
Includes branded packaging and 35-year brand heritage; counterfeits lack these.
Crystal setting
Swarovski crystals are glued into the orb and cannot be individually replaced if lost.
Resistance
Resists perfume, sweat, and daily wear.
Sizing
Size 1 (14.5 inches) fits necks 12-13 inches; Size 2 (16.25 inches) fits necks 14-15 inches.
Packaging authenticity
Branded box and dust bag help authenticate the product.
Distributor verification
Buyers can verify authorized distributors via official email.
Durability
Two years daily wear: clasp and rhinestones intact, plating develops patina.
Cultural significance
Carries punk countercultural meaning and Nana anime heritage.

Product record

Title
Crystals And Pearls Orb Choker
Brand
Vivienne Westwood
Price
350 CAD
Availability
In stock

Image Analysis

3 images
Crystals and pearls orb choker product image (primary)
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Product

A short choker composed of a single strand of round pearls sitting at the base of the neck with a centrally placed metallic orb pendant encrusted with clear crystals.

  • Pearl strandSingle-strand choker of uniformly sized round pearls that encircles the neck and rests at the collarbone.
    1 regionx 0.28 · y 0.46 · w 0.44 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Central orb pendantMetallic orb-shaped pendant positioned at the center front of the choker, with an orbit ring element and multiple small clear crystals covering part of the orb surface.
    1 regionx 0.44 · y 0.50 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Pendant topper detailSmall upright cross-like or star-shaped decorative element attached to the top of the orb pendant, also appearing metallic and studded with crystals.
    1 regionx 0.49 · y 0.46 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (medium)
  • Pearl finishPearls show a glossy, slightly warm nacreous sheen under soft lighting.
    1 regionx 0.28 · y 0.46 · w 0.44 · h 0.12 (high)

Other

Lifestyle studio portrait showing a model from chest up wearing the choker; neutral textured backdrop and soft lighting with subtle shadowing.

  • Model framingThree-quarter frontal portrait of a model from the upper chest to just above the hairline, head turned slightly to the viewer's left.
    1 regionx 0.11 · y 0.05 · w 0.78 · h 0.74 (high)
  • Clothing visibleBlack off-the-shoulder top visible across the chest and shoulders beneath the choker.
    1 regionx 0.06 · y 0.60 · w 0.88 · h 0.30 (high)
  • Background and lightingNeutral light gray textured backdrop with soft, even studio lighting and a gentle shadow on the left side of the image.
  • PropLight-colored wooden armrest or prop visible at the lower right corner supporting the model's arm.
    1 regionx 0.72 · y 0.77 · w 0.26 · h 0.18 (high)

Colors

warm off-white· pearls#D3CAC2polished silver· pendant metal
Crystals and pearls orb choker product image 2
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Product

A pearl-beaded choker shown in close-up with a silver-tone orb pendant encrusted with clear crystals; the pendant hangs from small metal links between two pearl strands.

  • Pearl strand leftSingle strand of round, graduated faux pearls running from the top-left toward the lower center; pearls have a smooth, high-sheen surface and cast soft shadows onto the white background.
    1 regionx 0.02 · y 0.03 · w 0.42 · h 0.60 (high)
  • Pearl strand rightContinuation of round, high-sheen pearls visible at the right edge toward the pendant, spaced closely with small visible translucent spacer beads between some pearls.
    1 regionx 0.62 · y 0.56 · w 0.36 · h 0.26 (high)
  • Pendant overall shapeHorizontally oriented orb pendant composed of a flattened ring encircling a domed central crown topped by a small cross; pendant lies flat on the white surface and is front-facing.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.66 · w 0.58 · h 0.24 (high)
  • Pendant material and finishSilver-tone metal finish with highly reflective surfaces visible on ring edge and crown facets.
    1 regionx 0.20 · y 0.68 · w 0.40 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Crystal embellishmentMultiple small clear faceted crystals set densely in pavé style across the crown, cross, and inner ring surfaces, producing bright specular highlights.
    1 regionx 0.22 · y 0.68 · w 0.36 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Pendant attachmentsSmall round metal jump rings connect the pendant to the pearl strand on both sides; connection points are visible at the pendant rim.
    2 regionsx 0.40 · y 0.64 · w 0.12 · h 0.08 (medium); x 0.64 · y 0.64 · w 0.12 · h 0.08 (medium)

Other

Studio product shot on a plain white background with soft directional lighting from upper left producing smooth shadows; image is a close-up detail crop.

  • Background and lightingMatte white background with soft, slightly directional lighting from the top-left that creates soft, oval shadows beneath the pearls and pendant.
  • Shot compositionClose-up cropped composition showing a portion of the necklace in an arc with the pendant centered near the lower third of the frame.
  • Image qualityHigh-resolution, evenly focused image with clear detail on metal and pearl surfaces and minimal visible noise.

Colors

ivory pearl· pearls#F4F1E5polished silver· pendant metal#CACBC4clear crystal· pendant crystals#CBCBC5
Crystals and pearls orb choker product image 3
03

Product

Close-up of a pearl-bead choker showing a section of round cream pearls connected by small clear spacers, a silver lobster clasp with a small engraved orb symbol, and an oval silver brand tag with stamped text. Visible chain links and wrapped wire crimps connect beads to hardware.

  • Pearl beadsA short strand of round, glossy cream-colored beads (pearls) with high highlights and soft reflections; beads are separated by small clear spacer knots or beads and strung on a visible translucent thread at the bead junctions.
    2 regionsx 0.02 · y 0.02 · w 0.38 · h 0.36 (high); x 0.66 · y 0.64 · w 0.32 · h 0.30 (high)
  • Lobster claspA polished silver lobster-style clasp with a visible hinged opening and a small engraved orb-like symbol on its flat top surface.
    1 regionx 0.20 · y 0.39 · w 0.20 · h 0.20 (high)
  • Oval brand tagAn elongated oval polished silver tag with stamped text in two lines; tag has a small round hole at one end used for the connecting jump ring.
    1 regionx 0.33 · y 0.62 · w 0.28 · h 0.14 (high)
  • Stamped tag textVivienne Westwood
    1 regionx 0.36 · y 0.63 · w 0.24 · h 0.10 (medium)
  • Connecting hardwareShort polished metal jump rings and a short section of wrapped wire crimps link beads to the clasp and tag; small polished round bead end caps abut the final pearls.
    2 regionsx 0.15 · y 0.47 · w 0.16 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.56 · y 0.68 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Pearl surface finishSmooth, glossy finish producing distinct specular highlights and soft rounded reflections consistent across beads.
    1 regionx 0.66 · y 0.64 · w 0.32 · h 0.30 (high)

Other

Studio product shot on a clean white background with soft directional lighting from top-left producing soft shadows; image is tightly cropped to show detail of hardware and beads.

  • Shot compositionTight close-up crop showing two disconnected sections of the choker on a white background, with hardware centered in the frame and beads entering from top-left and bottom-right edges.
  • Lighting and shadowSoft directional lighting creates subtle cast shadows to the lower-right of beads and a faint reflection under the metal tag and clasp.
  • Image qualitySharp focus on hardware and nearest beads with shallow depth of field causing very slight softness toward the far edges; no visible noise or compression artifacts.

Colors

cream pearl· pearlspolished silver· hardware#CCCCC3

Reddit Insights

4 threads · r/vinted, r/jewelry, r/viviennewestwood

Redditors are divided on the Vivienne Westwood Crystals And Pearls Orb Choker: some adore its design and wear it daily, while many deem it overpriced costume jewelry with fragile components.

mixed sentiment85% match

While a few users are satisfied with careful use, the overwhelming tone criticizes the cheap materials relative to the high price, and many suggest buying fakes instead.

Themes

Materials and Qualitynegative
Price vs. Valuenegative
Care and Maintenanceneutral
Authenticity and Fakesmixed
Brand Prestige vs. Practicalitymixed

Use Cases

  • Everyday wear
  • Fashion and brand appeal

Watch Out For

mediumNot made of precious metals or real pearls despite the price.
mediumPlating can wear off and crystals can fall out.
highThe interlocking orb clasp can come undone, risking loss.

Compared To

vs Fake/dupe versions

Fakes are reportedly very close in appearance and quality, leading some to recommend purchasing them instead.

Source Threads

  • Real vs fake quality assessment

    Just buy the fake. The real ones aren’t precious materials and the fake ones are surprisingly close Source: I own both

    u/InSilenceLikeLasagnar/vintedView thread →

  • Disappointment upon seeing the necklace in person

    I was dreaming about this necklace for over a year and today i finally went to the boutique to see it in real life. What i can say it was the biggest disappointment of this years. The orb looks good But the pearls... they look cheap AF

    u/BOSZKO16r/jewelryView thread →

  • Positive long-term experience with the necklace

    I have this necklace and I think it’s worth it. I’ve had it for roughly 2 years and I wear it to work pretty frequently (restaurant work) and it’s held up. Still has all the rhinestones, over time it has developed a patina because of the silver plating over the brass wearing away, but imo it adds to my love for it, nothing wrong with a well loved piece of jewelry. I just make sure not to sleep or shower with it on and it seems to have worked out well, it’s truly a staple piece in my jewelry collection!

    u/h8urlifeogr/viviennewestwoodView thread →

  • Detailed description of the necklace and care tips

    It has a nice weight to it but not so heavy that it feels bothersome! The clasp in the back is rather interesting interlocking mechanism in that its a coin shaped piece (the orb) that slides into the connecting piece (the saturn rings and cross) and interlocks together. Its not the most secure clasping method, but there are ways to secure it without worrying it falling off. My best recommendation would be to just just a gold safety pin (so Westwood btw) and pin the the two together once its locked in place so that if it does come undone it wont fall off.

    u/ChicnahueCoatl1491r/viviennewestwoodView thread →

Provenance

Merchant Link
https://www.simons.ca/en/women-accessories/jewellery/brand-name-jewellery/crystals-and-pearls-orb-choker--6356-70022103?colourId=0
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