Vivienne Westwood

Tradition, sent into orbit

The Orb is one of the most recognizable elements of Vivienne Westwood’s visual language. In the house’s account, its development in the mid-1980s brought royal imagery together with the rings of Saturn, expressing the idea of carrying tradition into the future.

The first Orb pendant appeared in the Harris Tweed Autumn/Winter 1987–88 show. The emblem subsequently expanded across jewelry, clothing and the brand’s wider environment. The contrast between familiar historic references and an unexpected futuristic detail makes it a distinctive lens for exploring pearl-like strands and emblem-led designs.

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