$2,400Sale Price|20% Off
rare OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo gold double chain choker short necklace
By Celine
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo gold double chain choker short necklace Reference: TGAS/E00722 Brand: Celine Designer: Phoebe Philo Material: Metal Color: Gold Pattern: Solid Closure: L...
$1,248Sale Price|20% Off
rare OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo Runway gold metal minimal choker necklace
By Celine
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo Runway gold metal minimal choker necklace Reference: TGAS/E00734 Brand: Celine Designer: Phoebe Philo Material: Metal Color: Gold, Black Pattern: Solid C...
$2,970Sale Price|25% Off
rare OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo gold tone ID plate chunky choker necklace
By Celine
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo gold tone ID plate chunky choker necklace Reference: TGAS/E00698 Brand: Celine Designer: Phoebe Philo Collection: Runway Material: Metal Color: Gold Patt...
Celine Phoebe Philo S/S 2013 Rare Runway Crystal Choker Necklace W/ Box
By Phoebe Philo
Located in London, GB
Very rare collectors piece from Celine by Phoebe Philo Spring / Summer 2013 collection. Featured on the runway and advertising campaign. Very rare and collectible piece, one of th...
Crystal
CELINE (Attributed To) Vintage Multi Strand Pearl Necklace
Located in Nice, FR
Attributed to CELINE vintage glass pearl four strands necklace. Adjustable hook closure. UNSIGNED (but very recognizable with the iconic CELINE planisphere charm). Indicative meas...
Vintage CELINE PARIS Iconic Arc de Triomphe Planet Charms Choker Necklace
By Celine
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage CELINE PARIS Iconic Arc de Triomphe Planet Charms Choker Necklace Measurements: Height: 1.77 inches (4.5 cm) Wearable Length: 17.32 inches (44 cm) Features: - 100% Authenti...
Celine vintage gold choker with gemstones RARE 'one of a kind'
By Celine
Located in SOUTH YARRA, VIC
6.5cm wide 38cm total length total of 7 gemstones which are all in tact securely excellent vintage condition
Gold
Celine Paris Lucite and Crystal Necklace and Runway Cuff
Located in New York, NY
A large stated cuff with large luite pieces; the cuff measures 2" wide and the necklace measures 18" with a large toggle clasp!
Necklace - 650.00
Bracelet - 650.00
Celine Resort 2011 Bow Choker
By Celine
Located in London, GB
From Celine's 2011 Resort runway show under Phoebe Philo's reign comes this stunning metal bow choker.
CELINE Goldtone Id Chain Choker Necklace
By Celine
Located in New York, NY
CELINE Gold ID Chain Choker Necklace Made in Italy Materials: goldtone metal.
Celine Silver Color Chunky Chain Choker style necklace featuring a triumph logo
By Celine
Located in Sewickley, PA
Celine Chunky Chain Cuban style Choker necklace featuring a triumph logo.
rare OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo gold tone ID plate chunky choker necklace
By Celine
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo gold tone ID plate chunky choker necklace Reference: TGAS/E00723 Brand: Celine Designer: Phoebe Philo Collection: Runway Material: Metal Color: Gold Patt...
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo 2011 Runway leather lined metal bar choker necklace
By Celine
Located in Hong Kong, NT
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo 2011 Runway leather lined gold minimal metal bar choker necklace Reference: TGAS/D00714 Brand: Celine Designer: Phoebe Philo Collection: 2011 - Runway Materia...
very rare CELINE by Phoebe Philo chunky gold link ID choker necklace
By Celine
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare chunky link gold-plated ID choker from Celine designed by Phoebe Philo. No size is indicated however this would best fit a small or medium sized person.
Phoebe Philo for Celine Large ID Gold Plated Brass Link Chain Choker Necklace
By Celine
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Phoebe Philo for Céline Large ID Gold Plated Brass Link Chain Choker Necklace is an exquisite example of modern luxury meets timeless design.
Vintage CELINE PARIS Box Clasp Multi Chain Silver Necklace
By Celine
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage CELINE PARIS Box Clasp Multi Chain Silver Necklace Measurements: Box and Cascading Chain: 6.10 inches (15.5 cm) Wearable Length: 14.76 inches to 15.74 inches (37.5 cm to 40 ...
Celine Rare Vintage Arc de Triomphe Gold Chain Link Collar Statement Necklace
By Celine
Located in Chicago, IL
CURATOR'S NOTES Celine Rare Vintage Arc de Triomphe Gold Chain Link Collar Statement Necklace A rare and beautiful find: vintage Celine Arc de Triomphe collar necklace. The ulti...
Gold Plate
Vintage Celine Paris Planet Arc de Triomphe Choker Necklace
By Celine
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage Celine Paris Planet Arc de Triomphe Choker Necklace Measurements: Height: 1 6/8 inches Length: 17 4/8 inches Features: - 100% Authentic CELINE Paris. - Chunky choker neckla...
CELINE goldtone oversized 'knotted' choker necklace
By Celine
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare gold-tone 'knotted' choker necklace from Celine. Labeled a size 'M'. Measurements are very difficult to take for this but I would recommend this for a small or medium (at l...
Vintage CELINE Iconic Logo link Necklace
By Celine
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage CELINE Iconic Logo link Necklace Measurements: Links: 1 4/8 inches X 1 1/8 inches Overall Length: 17 5/8 inches Features: - 100% Authentic CELINE. - Oval links with CELINE ...
Vintage Celine Paris Sphere Geometric Necklace
By Celine
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage Celine Paris Sphere Geometric Necklace Measurements: Height: 1 2/8 inches Depth: 6/8 inch Wearable Length: 13 5/8 inches Features: - 100% Authentic CELINE Paris. - Chunky n...
CELINE Necklace Vintage 1980s
By Celine
Located in London, GB
Celine Vintage 1970s Choker Necklace Amazing little choker from the Celine 70s archive Detail -Made in Italy in the 1970s -Crafted from high quality gold plated metal -Each link fe...
Gold Plate
Large Chain Choker Celine, circa 2013
By Celine
Located in Paris, FR
Super chic choker Celine composed of silver metal large chain entirely covered with rhinestones.
Silver Plate
UNWORN Exotic Fendi Embroidered Sequin Mini Croissant Bag - Special Piece
By Fendi
Located in Switzerland, CH
Special Piece! Stunning Mini Croissant Bag by Fendi Champagne-colored satin is beautifully embroidered with sequins & pearls FF Logo buckle closure Exotic snakeskin trimming Adju...
GUCCI Limited Edition Exotic Lizard Satin Flora Print Horsebit Bag Clutch
By Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
RARE GUCCI FLORAL FLORA PRINT SIGNATURE HORSEBIT BAG DETAILS: A GUCCI signature piece that will last you for many years Timeless classic - a true beauty! Loved by many celebritie...
New TOM FORD for GUCCI S/S 2004 Black Satin Crocodile Crystal Corset Shoes 6 B
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Highly Collectible GUCCI Pair from TOM FORD'S Era S/S 2004 Collection Designer Size - 6 B Color - Black Bamboo and Crocodile Metallic Heel - 4" Silver-Tone Crystal Details Lace-Up...
RARE Gucci by Tom Ford S/S 2003 Pink Embroidered Kimono Clutch Bag Purse
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
EXTREMELY RARE „KIMONO“ Bag by TOM FORD for GUCCI SS 2003 Very rare and exclusive GUCCI signature piece Collector's Item! Pink frayed, layered silk Black hand-embroidery Mat black t...
Iconic Spectacular Thierry Mugler SS 1997 Gown 'Kiss of the Spiderwoman'
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Behold the breathtaking embodiment of high drama and couture mastery: The stunning extremely rare Thierry Mugler "Kiss of the Spiderwoman" evening gown from the legendary Spring/Summ...
$2,300Sale Price|20% Off
Size: Italian Sz 42
New Rare Gucci Black Spiderweb Silk Runway Dress Fall 2013 Sz 42 $2875
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Gucci Spiderweb Silk Dress Brand New Fall 2013 * Retail $2875 * IT Size: 42 Spiderweb Lace Detail There is a fair amount of Elastane, so a nice stretch to this dress. * Side Slit * ...
EPIC John Galliano Evening Gown Black Silk Dress FW 08/09
By John Galliano
Located in Berlin, BE
This black silk evening gown by John Galliano, from his Fall/Winter 08/09 Collection is one of those moments: a love letter to the art of couture at its most theatrical and refined. ...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2000 "Eye" Black Silver Cutout Peek-A-Boo Flare Trousers
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
Rare Alexander McQueen Spring 2000 "Eye" cut out black wool blend stretch trousers. Arch shaped cut outs at front of pant and flare out slightly with open design around hem. Silver m...
$2,208Sale Price|20% Off
rare MIU MIU 1999 Runway beige technical patchwork satin neon trim dress IT44 L
By Miuccia Prada, Miu Miu
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare MIU MIU 1999 Runway beige technical patchwork satin neon trim dress IT44 L Reference: TGAS/E00462 Brand: Miu Miu Designer: Miuccia Prada Collection: AW 1999 - Runway Material: S...
Vintage 1960's Yves Saint Laurent Wool Coat UK 8 US 4
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Nashville, TN
A rare and unique piece to behold, this original vintage 1960's Yves Saint Laurent Coat, Rendered in a cream wool and lined in silk, is just the piece to add to your couture collecti...
$38,345
Size: approx. FR36 - UK8 - US4
Azzedine Alaia Gold Lamé Couture Gown with Sequin Mosaic Detail, FW 1990
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
This rare, likely one-of-a-kind Azzedine Alaïa couture dress from the Fall-Winter 1990 collection is crafted from metallic gold lamé with a mosaic-like sequin overlay, creating a str...
$65,735
Size: IT42 - FR38 - UK10 - US6
Alexander McQueen Chiffon Embellished Dress With Ostrich Feathers, FW 2006
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
Alexander McQueen museum-grade evening dress featuring a high ruffled collar and elaborate bugle bead embroidery on the front and back. The dress is constructed from layers of olive ...
John Galliano Rare Deco Inspired High Style Gown
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Circa f/w 2008 John Galliano mauve silk charmeuse dress adorned with deco inspired faux pearl and crystal beadwork. Features kimono sleeves. Draped neckline held securely with sing...
$12,325
Size: FR 36 - IT 40 - UK 8
Alexander McQueen red silk chiffon empire evening dress with train, fw 2008
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
Alexander McQueen red crinkled silk chiffon empire evening dress with long train, structured bust and draped skirt. Fall-Winter 2008
$8,750
H 1.5 in W 1.5 in Dm 2.63 in
Rare Elsa Schiaparelli Documented Surrealist Lady Bug Cuff Bracelet
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in New York, NY
Elsa Schiaparelli surrealist lady bug cuff bracelet. Of gilt plate metal the bombayed hinged cuffs inset with red, orange molded pate de verre glass lady bugs, partially painted in b...
Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel, Gilt Metal
Alexander McQueen sequin 'Joan' jacket, fw 1998
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
Introducing the Alexander McQueen Autumn-Winter 1998 'Joan' sequin jacket, a truly extraordinary piece that reflects the late designer's profound artistic vision and storytelling. T...
Now renowned for chic womenswear as well as luxury leather handbags that are often recognized for their iconic gold-tone fastening and hardware, French fashion house Celine got its start in children’s shoes.
In 1945, Céline Vipiana and her husband, Richard, opened a made-to-measure shoe shop for children at 52 rue de Malte in Paris. Designer Céline’s name graced the business, alongside a red elephant designed by French cartoonist Raymond Peynet that served as the company’s first logo.
In 1967, following an expansion into women’s shoes and leather accessories, the Vipianas decided to expand their company’s reach into women’s ready-to-wear, focusing on high-end sportswear. Céline Vipiana, who remained chief designer until her death in 1997, would oversee a range of fashion that would reach an international audience with a pared-down elegance and timeless style.
The company quickly achieved widespread success with its new offerings, most notably its trench coat, which became a staple for the brand. In the 1970s, they expanded outside Paris with boutiques in Monte Carlo, Beverly Hills and Hong Kong. In 1973, Céline Vipiana, inspired by chain links around the Arc de Triomphe, debuted the Blazon Chaîne motif of interlocking C’s. She began using it on a printed canvas and branding as well as accents on accessories, such as the Triomphe bag.
Vipiana’s designs were created to appeal as everyday fashion: Celine skirts, suits, fitted shirts, vests and coats were stylish but rooted in practicality. Quality, too, was paramount; Vipiana’s determination to deliver the best possible leather led to the opening of a studio in Florence, where the brand created its leather goods.
Vipiana died a year after her brand was acquired by Bernard Arnault’s luxury conglomerate LVMH for about $540 million. American designer Michael Kors then took the helm as creative director. Kors, too, was known for practical but chic ready-to-wear. He introduced such luxury staples as cashmere sets, smartly tailored pants and simple slip dresses, plus themed collections around jet-setter locales like Monte Carlo and Tahiti. Following Kors’s departure in 2004, onetime Burberry designer Roberto Menichetti took the job for just a year. He was followed by designer Phoebe Philo, the young British designer who is now credited with establishing Celine’s 21st-century style.
Philo created a distinct, minimal style that channeled the brand’s roots of practical simplicity with luxury materials. (“I just thought I’d clean it up,” she quipped of her debut collection in 2010.) Over the course of ten years, Philo turned the company into a beloved fixture of the fashion industry. In 2018, after Philo’s departure, the house tapped Hedi Slimane, former creative director of Yves Saint Laurent, as its new leader; he caused a stir when he famously removed the accent from the brand name. Controversial though it was, Slimane maintained it was a return to the label’s roots: an exercise in strong simplicity.
Find vintage Celine day dresses, handbags and other items on 1stDibs.
Vintage choker necklaces are elegant, alluring and stylish. Cameos, pearls, diamonds and other stones can decorate these necklaces, which come in single or multiple strands. Whether it is a statement piece or a delicate chain, these short necklaces always stand out and turn heads.
The history of the choker can be traced back thousands of years, with Sumerian examples discovered from 2600–2500 B.C. They endured as a popular form of adornment through the centuries, and during the French Revolution they took on a symbolic significance. Women wore ribbons around their throats to mark the passing of those killed by the guillotine. Soon, the plain ribbons were adorned with small cameos and other ornamentation.
European choker necklaces gained a salacious reputation in the 19th century when prostitutes were associated with black ribbons tied around the neck, such as the model in Édouard Manet’s Olympia (1863). Queen Alexandra, Princess of Wales, reversed the trend in the late 19th century by wearing a large pearl and diamond choker, reputedly to hide a scar.
Fashioned from gold, pearls and other precious stones and metals, chokers continued to be worn into the 20th century, alternately statements of wealth and rebellion. They experienced periods of revival in the 1920s, ’40s, ’70s and ’90s for both men and women.
Vintage chokers make a statement with an unmistakable air of femininity. On 1stDibs, find an alluring collection of vintage chokers today, including gold, sapphire and emerald chokers.