Multi-Strand Silver Chain Necklace, Shaun Leane

Formed from a choker of looped silver chains that cascade to the front and back, length approximately 90 inches.

In good condition, with looped chains of white metal cascading front and back from three vertical choker bars. Measuring approximately 90 inches in length.
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This collection was inspired by the Orient, dedicated to McQueen’s customers and staged in the serenity of the Japanese Garden at the Arche de la Défense in Paris. At the end of the show, in reflection of the importance of the couture ateliers, McQueen appeared on stage with the heads of both 'Flou' and 'Tailleur' ateliers to take their bows.

‘The brief was to produce a necklace that would be equally beautiful from the front and back. I used the finest of chains to create silver waterfall effects. I wanted the chains to caress the lower back, which was Lee’s declared favorite part of the female form.' S.L.

Created for Givenchy by Alexander McQueen, Spring/Summer 1998.