“Mad Men” actress, Christina Hendricks assumed a new modeling role while posing for Vivienne Westwood’s “Get a Life” Palladium Jewelry Collection. Henricks is the new face for the limited edition collection, which was shot in London.

Hendricks commented on the jewelry line saying, “I admire that Vivienne uses her designs to inspire change.”

According to CBSNews, Westwood’s collection is comprised of retail and couture pieces crafted from palladium, a natural white precious metal belonging to the platinum family.

Hendricks is a fan of the metal Westwood used, reports PEOPLE, saying “As palladium is a naturally white metal, the pieces really sparkle under the lights.” The actress added, “I cannot wait to wear them on the red carpet!”

Westwood returned the compliment saying, “Christina is the embodiment of beauty and we were delighted to have been able to involve her with this new jewelry collection.”

The collection will retail from $445-$900. Jewelry will be available for purchase in Westwood’s Los Angeles and London boutiques.

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