Chloè Lucite Silver Butterfly Collar Necklace, 2004

Nearing the end of her time as the creative director of Chloe, the British creative director Phoebe Philo produced a Spring 2004 collection that Vogue describes as Philo having showcased her “French accent” in design. Casual looks with an undertone of regatta elegance, Philo upped the ante with this collection through her fresh and spectacular accessories.

Created from plexiglass, silver-toned metal, and a lucite detail, this choker displays a chunky butterfly pendant. The wings of the butterfly have a rippling hammered texture while the center is set with the lucite in rusty sardonyx tones and is attached to the milky plexiglass choker. The simple tones and sleek materials work well to elevate a light and bright color scheme in an outfit.

Measurements:

Necklace: 14 inches

Butterfly:

Length: 3.5 inches

Width: 4 inches

In excellent condition, this accessory has been showcased on the Spring 2004 runway gracing the necks of several of the models. It can also be seen on Daria Werbowy (photographed by Inez Van Lamsweerde and Vinoodh Matadin) for a campaign in French Vogue. High-quality vintage pieces like this are yours to live in and love while increasing in value every year. It’s never too soon to start collecting them, as an investment in your wardrobe—and in yourself.