Collection: Chokers

The Pearl Choker Necklace Is Back

Pearl chokers have a rich history, from royal portraits to 90s style icons, and they are firmly back. Worn today, a pearl choker necklace feels confident and modern, especially with an open collar, a strapless dress or a simple black top. Because it sits high on the neck, it draws the eye to the face and collarbones. It is a style that feels equally at home at a wedding, a dinner or with a crisp white shirt on a weekday.

This is a small, carefully chosen edit rather than a large range, so each piece earns its place. The keshi choker necklace in white pearl showcases the soft, petal-like shapes of keshi pearls, and our guide to the best keshi pearl necklaces explains what makes them special. For more pearl styles, browse all our pearl necklaces. Many of them can be worn alongside a choker for a layered look.

Multi Strand Pearl Chokers and Freshwater Pearl Chokers

Several strands of pearls worn together create texture and volume without feeling heavy. A multi strand pearl choker is a true statement piece, perfect for weddings and evenings, yet surprisingly easy to wear with everyday basics. See our classic pearl choker, or explore more strand styles in our beaded pearl necklaces. A multi strand choker pairs beautifully with a simple silk slip dress or a fitted black top, letting the pearls do the talking.

A freshwater pearl choker brings a soft, natural lustre, with pearls in white, ivory, cream and blush tones. Freshwater pearls grow in freshwater mussels and are genuine pearls, and you can discover more in our freshwater pearl jewellery. Most of our pieces are set in sterling silver or 18ct gold vermeil, so browse our gold vermeil jewellery for coordinating pieces. Gold vermeil is a thick layer of gold over sterling silver, so it is more durable than ordinary plating.

How to Style a Pearl Choker

Keep the neckline open so the choker has space to shine. V-necks, off-the-shoulder tops, strapless dresses and open-collar shirts all work well, while a high neck tends to hide it. Our guide to jewellery for different necklines goes into more detail on matching pieces to what you wear. Hair worn up or tucked behind the ears also shows a choker off beautifully.

For a layered look, add a pearl pendant necklace or one of our layered pearl necklaces below the choker, leaving a few centimetres between each. Keep earrings simple, such as small pearl stud earrings, so the pearl choker remains the focal point of your outfit. For more combinations, our guide on how to layer necklaces has plenty of ideas.

Pearl Chokers for Weddings and Gifts

A pearl choker is a beautiful bridal choice, especially with a strapless or off-the-shoulder gown, and it suits bridesmaids and wedding guests too. Discover more in our pearl wedding jewellery, and read why pearl jewellery for weddings remains such a loved tradition. A choker also looks lovely in photographs, framing the face and neckline without competing with a veil.

A pearl choker also makes a memorable gift for birthdays, anniversaries and Christmas, or a treat for yourself. Pearl is the June birthstone and the traditional 30th wedding anniversary gift, and every order arrives with free UK delivery and complimentary gift wrapping. To keep the pearls looking their best, put your choker on last, after perfume and make-up.