“Anna” Vintage Chanel Quilted Button Necklace

Vintage Chanel Button,  Couture Origins

This striking vintage 1960s Chanel quilted pewter toned button began its life as the fastening on the waistband of a Chanel micro mini dress. The dress had a built in belt and this button was the small but decisive detail that cinched the waist, likely against black fabric, creating a discreet, couture focal point. Take a moment to soak in the button’s three dimensional quilted pattern and the subtle interlocking double C that appears almost shyly at its centre.

Set in a Hand Crafted Sterling Silver Setting

Every part of this piece has been hand forged using traditional Goldsmithing methods.  The kind of work that’s slowly disappearing in a world of CAD design, 3D printing, and machine perfect precision. There’s something soul stirring about shaping metal with your own hands; about seeing the small, honest marks that prove a human made it. Those subtle irregularities are where the beauty lives, they’re what give the silver its character, its warmth, its life.

I have mounted the original button into a hand crafted sterling silver setting that complements its quilted texture.  The frame around the bezel setting, echoes the button’s domed motifs and textured rim with small, matching domes at the corners…. an intentional dialogue between vintage design and honest, contemporary Goldsmithing. This piece is made from precious metal,  sterling silver and every element has been formed and finished by hand using traditional techniques.

True Goldsmith Craftsmanship, Chain Made Link by Link

The chain is a solid, hand formed sterling silver link chain. Hours disappear in the making of it. There’s no machine that can replicate the rhythm of a craftswoman at the bench. I hand form each link, assemble the chain link by link, then hard silver solder every connection closed. After soldering I file and buff away excess solder and finally hand polish each link. This is many hours of focused work: forming, soldering, cleaning and finishing. Because each link is made thick and substantial there’s a reassuring weight to the chain.  Let’s say there’s nothing dainty or delicate about it. The result is a durable, long lasting chain that feels substantial in the hand and on the neck.

Practical Versatility, The Carabiner Attachment

The button pendant is attached with a sterling silver carabiner. That means you can wear the chain on its own, or add another of your pendants to this chain, or clip the button onto another chain, or pair it with beads, pearls or other favourites in your collection. I designed it this way so you have choices.  Wear it to suit your mood or the occasion.

Wearable Fashion History.  A Modern Heirloom

This is wearable history,  a genuine couture detail given new purpose through traditional Goldsmithing and precious metals. It carries the story of 1960s Paris fashion while being reinforced for everyday life by careful, time honoured techniques. A modern heirloom that tells a story every time it’s worn.

Your jewellery journey begins with Porsha Bella’s wearable fashion history creations.

*Please note, the buttons used in all of my creations are second hand, antique or vintage, therefore they will show signs of their previous lives.  Some scratches, tiny dents, some enamel wear and even tarnishing.  I cannot guarantee the quality or longevity of these buttons.  In some cases there can be colour variations, and plating lift during the polishing process, this is unavoidable.  I’m unable to refund or replace buttons that break or crack.  Although I do put every button through rigorous testing to do my best to ensure their longevity.  *Disclaimer… I’m not able to guarantee the longevity of any buttons that have crystals or pearls used.

Unlike costume jewellery, my jewellery is professionally hand crafted using traditional Goldsmith techniques and genuine, solid precious metals, so therefore you can wear *some of your Porsha Bella pieces whilst swimming, showering and washing.  These activities shouldn’t damage or discolour the precious metals.  I never take my jewellery off.  However, you may need to polish your jewellery a little more frequently if you want that shiny, brand new look.  If you treat your Porsha Bella creation, like the treasure of history it is, you should have an heirloom piece that will stand the test of time.  If you have any concerns about how to care for this piece, then please reach out to me and I can help you with tips on getting a long and happy wear life out of it.

*Designer buttons have no affiliation with the brand or fashion house of their origin.  I do my best to ensure all designer buttons are genuine and from a reputable source.  Porsha Bella designer button creations are not sold on behalf of or in conjunction with the brand.  The designer buttons are second hand, vintage or antique, with all rights removed and protected by the second hand market.

* Your Porsha Bella Jewellery purchases are shipped using LaPoste France.  Whilst international tracking is used, there is NO insurance for loss or damage during shipping.  When you complete your purchase, you are agreeing to your piece being shipped without insurance.  If you want to have the shipment insured, please contact me before checking out & I can provide you with a quote for shipping and insurance.