Choker Necklaces

Short and bold, the choker necklace precisely highlights the contours. Gilded brass, textured chain, colored stone or pearl: each Goossens choker stands out as a piece in its own right. To be worn alone for a minimal, sculptural effect, or layered with a long necklace and a pendant for a confident play on volume. The House offers chokers in a wide variety of styles and materials, from chains with crafted links to creations adorned with rock crystal, turquoise or garnet. Jewelry designed for everyday wear. Goossens choker necklaces come in several formats. The chain choker, with textured or smooth links, creates a clean outline around the neck. The stone choker features cabochons of rock crystal, garnet or turquoise in colorful compositions. The pearl choker combines the pearly roundness of freshwater pearls with the warmth of gilded brass. The torque choker, semi-rigid, displays a sculptural presence. Each model offers a distinct interpretation of the short necklace, with one constant: the quality of materials and the precision of the House’s finishes

Goossens chokers are crafted in brass, enhanced with either a gold or palladium finish depending on the model. Chokers with a gold finish reveal the warmth of the metal in its deepest tones. Palladium-finished versions offer a luminous, understated, and contemporary silver hue. Some designs incorporate semi-precious stones: rock crystal, garnet, turquoise, and black agate. Each stone is selected for its beauty and durability. Others feature freshwater pearls, chosen for their natural luster and subtle irregularities. All materials are selected for their lasting quality.

The Goossens choker selection spans a wide range of styles and shapes. From chain chokers with textured links to chokers adorned with colored stones, from semi-rigid torque designs to pearl chokers, each piece offers a unique interpretation of the short necklace. Some designs combine stone and gilded brass in structured compositions; others highlight the metal alone in its pure simplicity. Women’s and men’s chokers can be worn alone or layered with long necklaces, pendants, or chains of varying lengths for a controlled volume effect.

The choker is the natural starting point for layering at Goossens. It anchors the composition and provides a base from which to build a play of lengths. The Flora and Riviera collections offer short pieces that pair with the House’s long necklaces and chains. A Flora choker layered with a chain and an Ariane pendant creates depth while maintaining lightness. These combinations naturally complement the iconic Cabochons and Lutèce collections, allowing heritage and new designs to be mixed in a single look. The choker can be worn with discreet earrings or more statement ear jewelry to complete the silhouette.

Among the collections offering chokers: Flora, with delicately hammered petals framing a central pearl, available as a flexible choker or semi-rigid torque. Riviera, featuring freshwater pearls set on a gilded brass chain, for a choker that is both light and bold. Cabochons, an iconic House collection, offering short necklaces with rock crystal cabochons or colored stones in textured compositions. Les Chaînes Goossens, recognizable by their crafted links and hammered finishes, for a choker with sculptural presence. Ariane, with turquoise stones set on delicate structures, for a contemporary and precise choker. These collections illustrate the diversity of Goossens’ short jewelry offering: from refined designs to adorned chokers, each piece reflects the dialogue between material, color, and craftsmanship.

To preserve the shine of a Goossens choker, it is recommended not to wear it in the following situations: – Activities involving contact with water – Activities involving the use of corrosive products – Activities that may cause impacts or scratches

To maintain the shine of the metal and the quality of the stones or pearls, it is advisable to avoid: – Exposure to high temperatures – Direct contact with perfume and makeup

For regular care, gently clean the choker using a soft cloth. When not worn, store it carefully in its original pouch.