
Vivienne Westwood
Mayfair Large Orb Necklace
This is a Vivienne Westwood Mayfair Large Orb Necklace, a pendant necklace featuring the signature orb design set with Preciosa crystals (zirconia) on a brass base. It has an adjustable length via an extender chain and lobster clasp, and is sold in a signature box. Note that the metal is brass (typically plated), so users report it may tarnish or lose its finish over time with frequent wear; it is best suited for occasional use.
- Color
- silvery
- Material
- Brass; Preciosa crystals
- Style
- classic
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Jewelry > Necklaces
Color
Size
Specifications
A statement necklace featuring the iconic Vivienne Westwood orb pendant adorned with sparkling crystals, with an adjustable chain and silvery finish.
Adjustable length chain with extender, crystal-embellished orb pendant, signature packaging
- Color
- silvery · gray
- Material
- Brass; Preciosa crystals
- Secondary
- glass
- Style
- classic
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Jewelry > Necklaces
Additional Attributes
- Signature orb pendant in brass
- Adorned with Preciosa crystals (cubic zirconia)
- Adjustable chain with extender and lobster clasp
- Silvery metallic finish
- Includes signature Vivienne Westwood packaging
- Designer jewelry from iconic British fashion house
- Ostentatious elegance aesthetic
- Baroque-style design elements
Product Insights
The Mayfair Large Orb Necklace from Vivienne Westwood is a punk-aristocracy statement piece rooted in the orb motif from a 1985 jumper design, now a viral TikTok sensation worn by Dua Lipa, Kylie Jenner, and Bella Hadid. Made of 100% brass with Preciosa MAXIMA-cut crystals for bold sparkle, the 5x5.5cm pendant features pyramid studs and a dual symbolic wearability. Its 80cm chain adjusts for long, doubled, or layered fit, while the 62.5g weight keeps the orb centered. Durability is a tradeoff: crystals resist scratching but can crack on hard impact, and re-plating is costly; care requires avoiding water, sweat, and perfume. The price reflects brand and design for a brass-plated piece, best purchased from authorized retailers like Ssense or Farfetch, and comes with branded packaging and authenticity card.
Verified claims
- Orb origin
- Orb motif began as a Saturn-ringed version of the Sovereign's Orb on a 1985 jumper design and became the brand logo.
- Punk symbolism
- Pyramid studs and the orb's duality symbolize the brand's punk-aristocracy aesthetic.
- Cultural traction
- Viral 'TikTok necklace' status driven by Dua Lipa, Kylie Jenner, and Bella Hadid.
- Care
- Avoid water, sweat, perfume; store in pouch; crystals glued, skin-safe.
- Durability
- Crystals scratch-resistant; cracking rare; re-plating costly.
- Value
- Price pays for brand and design of a brass-plated necklace with Preciosa crystals.
- Sparkle
- Preciosa MAXIMA cut gives bold, multi-directional sparkle
- Scratch resistance
- Preciosa crystals resist scratching like high-quality glass
- Fragility
- Buyers report crystals can crack when the orb is struck hard
- Counterfeit detection
- Standard authenticity marks are unreliable; purchase from authorized retailers only.
- Orb size
- Authentic large orb measures 5 cm by 5.5 cm; no official extra-large exists.
- Authorized retailers
- Authorized retailers: World's End, VW boutiques, Ssense, Farfetch, H.Lorenzo.
- Chain length
- 80cm drop can be worn long, doubled as choker, or layered with shorter chains.
- Statement presence
- Weight and size keep the orb hanging squarely as the focal point of any outfit.
- Styling
- Bridges punk and elegance, trending on TikTok worn by Dua Lipa.
- Collection sizing
- The 5x5.5cm pendant is the largest standard orb, notably larger than the Bas Relief.
- Design detailing
- Uses clear Preciosa crystals and pyramid-stud accents that tie the piece to the brand's punk-aristocracy symbolism.
- Wearability
- The adjustable chain offers two lengths; the gold variant's 62.5g weight gives the pendant heft to prevent flipping.
- Heritage
- Directly descends from the first orb pendant from AW87-88, preserving its punk-aristocracy symbolism.
- Packaging
- Supplied in a branded box with authenticity card.
- Storage pouch
- Includes a branded drawstring pouch for storage.
- Fit
- 80cm chain with extender gives two fits; pendant weight stabilizes.
- Size context
- The 5cm orb is largest in Mayfair line, double the Bas Relief pendant.
- Design accents
- Pyramid studs border the orb, adding a punk edge.
- Cultural narrative
- Celebrity and TikTok revived a 1985 design, making the orb a Gen Z must-have.
- Material ethics
- Made from 100% brass and Preciosa crystals – both vegan and lead-free.
Product record
- Title
- Mayfair Large Orb Necklace
- Brand
- Vivienne Westwood
- Price
- 185 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
2 images- 01

Product
A silver-toned necklace with a fine linked chain and a small orb-shaped pendant featuring an encircling ring and a small cross; the pendant includes multiple clear faceted stones and filigree openings.
- Chain styleFine linked chain composed of small round interconnected links forming a uniform rope-like strand visible from top edges converging to the pendant.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.02 · w 0.33 · h 0.72 (high); x 0.61 · y 0.02 · w 0.33 · h 0.72 (high) - Pendant overall shapeSmall pendant composed of a central domed orb topped by a short cross and encircled by a horizontal oval ring; pendant hangs from a short bail attached to the chain.
1 region
x 0.43 · y 0.78 · w 0.14 · h 0.13 (high) - Ring detailHorizontal oval ring around the orb has openwork and is studded with small clear faceted stones or raised reflective facets along its perimeter.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.83 · w 0.10 · h 0.05 (high) - Orb surfaceCentral domed orb shows faceted or textured reflective surfaces with multiple small clear stones or facets producing highlights.
1 region
x 0.47 · y 0.80 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high) - Cross finialSmall Latin-style cross sits directly above the orb, proportionally narrow, with a small round loop at its top connecting to the bail.
1 region
x 0.47 · y 0.77 · w 0.04 · h 0.04 (high) - Metal finishHighly reflective silver-toned metal finish on chain and pendant producing bright highlights and soft reflections.
Other
Studio product shot on a uniform white background with even frontal lighting and minimal soft shadow; necklace centered vertically and horizontally.
- BackgroundSmooth neutral white background with no visible props or packaging.
- CompositionNecklace is centered in frame with the chain extending toward top corners and the pendant positioned near the lower center of the image.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (low) - Lighting and shadowEven diffuse lighting with soft, minimal shadowing beneath the pendant and subtle specular highlights on metal surfaces.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.86 · w 0.16 · h 0.10 (medium)
Colors
silver· chain and pendant metal#C4C4C4clear/white· faceted stones and highlights#CCC9C4- Chain styleFine linked chain composed of small round interconnected links forming a uniform rope-like strand visible from top edges converging to the pendant.
- 02

Product
Close-up of a fine silver-toned chain necklace showing two chain runs, a lobster clasp, and a small oval metal tag; items photographed on a plain light background with soft shadows.
- Chain linksTwo runs of small round curb-style chain links with a polished metallic finish visible across the image, links are uniform and tightly connected.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.76 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.06 · y 0.50 · w 0.80 · h 0.25 (high) - Lobster claspPolished spring-loaded lobster clasp in the closed position attached to the end of one chain run; clasp body rounded with a visible hinge and small protruding lever tab.
1 region
x 0.53 · y 0.52 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high) - Oval metal tagSmall flat oval metal tag attached to chain extender with a textured or stamped central area; tag is polished and oriented horizontally.
1 region
x 0.72 · y 0.08 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high) - Small jump ringsSeveral plain circular jump rings link chain sections and connect the clasp and tag; rings match the chain finish.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.24 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Studio-style closeup shot with a plain light background, soft diffuse lighting and faint drop shadows beneath the chain elements; composition is diagonal with the chain traversing from lower left toward upper right.
- Shot compositionDiagonal close-up composition showing two separated runs of the same chain crossing the frame from lower left to upper right.
- Background and lightingSmooth pale neutral background with soft diffuse illumination producing subtle soft shadows under the metal pieces.
- Image qualityHigh-resolution studio image with sharp focus on metal surfaces and minimal noise.
Colors
polished silver· chain links#C4C4C4bright silver· lobster clasp and tag#CBCBCB- Chain linksTwo runs of small round curb-style chain links with a polished metallic finish visible across the image, links are uniform and tightly connected.
Documents & Data
Reddit Insights
6 threads · r/viviennewestwood, r/jewelryReddit users are divided between admiring the punk-aesthetic of Vivienne Westwood orb necklaces and criticizing their poor material quality and high price.
Positive reactions to design and brand, but significant complaints about material quality and durability.
Themes
Use Cases
- Fashion accessory for special occasions
- Collectible / punk fashion symbol
Watch Out For
Compared To
vs Fine jewelry (e.g., real silver/gold)
VW is seen as overpriced costume jewelry compared to fine jewelry; you pay for the brand, not precious materials.
vs Tiffany & Co.
Similar brand markup, but VW uses brass plating vs. Tiffany's sterling silver at a lower price point.
Source Threads
Breakdown of materials and brand value of Vivienne Westwood jewelry
Couple things about Westwood. It's famously a more vegan brand. None of her bags are leather. None of the jewelry is animal based. That means all the pearls are Swaroski so they're glass. If you're okay with that and you still want the piece then it's grand. But you are paying for the brand. Westwood was a legend, especially in the punk scene, so it's up to you if paying for the branding is worth it or not, but essentially buying her piece is like buying a silver necklace from Tiffany. Could you buy the same materials for a fraction of the cost? Yes. Yes you can. You're paying for the brand. The metals are entirely brass and only plated. So the platinum version of the choker is brass plated with platinum to make it appear silver. Again, that's fine, but know you're paying for the brand.
u/jaderustr/jewelryView thread →
Personal experience with durability and care advice for brass pieces
I would only buy vvw if you really love the brand. I own a few brass pieces, and as long as you take care of them (don’t wear them in the shower, to sleep, when you sweat heavily), they’ll be perfectly fine. I ignored all of that advice when I bought my first necklace (same one in the picture), and now it’s rusted beyond belief and has half of the crystals missing
u/Specific_Month1113r/viviennewestwoodView thread →
Clarification on orb sizing and warning about counterfeits
Theres no extra large orb. The worlds end giant orbs will always be the largest size. This is a fake tho.
u/ChicnahueCoatl1491r/viviennewestwoodView thread →
Recommendations for buying authentic VW orb necklaces
Ig message Worlds End: https://www.instagram.com/viviennewestwoodworldsend/?hl=en. Usually better selection and pricing depending on your location. Reputable third party such as Ssense, Farfetch, or H.Lorenzo. There's always the option of checking if you have a VW boutique near you. Call ahead.
u/Pink_Custardr/viviennewestwoodView thread →
Positive first impression of a Mayfair orb necklace purchase
Thanks! I think this might be my gateway piece, my poor wallet 🥲
u/without_solacer/viviennewestwoodView thread →