Christian Lacroix – Statement Necklace with Insect Motif

Christian Lacroix – Statement Necklace with Insect Motif

This vintage Christian Lacroix statement necklace is a spectacular couture piece, featuring a richly detailed insect motif as its central element. The design combines gold-tone leaves, green crystals, enamel wings and sparkling rhinestones into a bold and luxurious whole. Dramatic, baroque and unmistakably Lacroix.

🕰 Period / Year
Circa 1990s

🎨 Style & Design

• Statement necklace with a large insect/butterfly motif

• Layered leaves and organic shapes

• Green crystals as powerful colour accents

• Enamel wings with refined engravings

• Rhinestone details for extra sparkle

• Theatrical, baroque and couture-like

💎 Materials

• Gold-tone metal

• Green crystal / glass

• Enamel

• Rhinestones

• Faux pearl

📐 Dimensions (approx.)

• Necklace length: ± 42–45 cm (with extension chain)

• Central motif size: ± 7.5 × 6.5 cm

🌟 Design & Background
Christian Lacroix was known for his love of drama, colour and rich ornamentation. Insect and nature motifs frequently recurred in his jewellery from the 1990s, inspired by baroque, folklore and haute couture. This necklace is designed as a true showpiece: meant to be seen.