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callire · Jul 8th, 2009, 01:58 PM

So... I want to buy my sister a really nice, really pretty necklace (or maybe earrings or bracelet, but preferably necklace) for when she starts college. She already has a "class of 'XX" padlock charm from tiffany's, so I don't want to do that or one of the graduation caps.

My maximum budget is about $600.

I was thinking either something from Tiffany's or a diamond pendant from Blue Nile. She's not really into big name, designer things, but I know she'd think it was special if I bought her something nice from either company.

So far:
- 18k Bezel set diamond (.25-.33 carat) necklace from blue nile
- Tiffany key (she'd either LOVE or HATE this one)
- Tiffany "figure eight" necklace

Any other ideas?

lily25 · Jul 8th, 2009, 02:07 PM

I like the 18k Bezel set diamond necklace from blue nile.

I usually just give my sister money, or take her out shopping so I know that she will get what she really wants!

dmitchell15 · Jul 8th, 2009, 02:08 PM

get the bluenile bezel set necklace. It is classic and simple.

dmitchell15 · Jul 8th, 2009, 02:13 PM

Tiffany's has the a sterling silver diamond by the yard necklace that is about $450. Also they have a diamond by the yard necklace with aquamarine $350.

http://www.tiffany.com/Shopping/Item...+6-ri+-ni+0-t+

http://www.tiffany.com/Shopping/Item...+6-ri+-ni+0-t+

meowmeow · Jul 8th, 2009, 02:29 PM

I am a big fan of Tiffany, but I actually like the 18k Bezel set diamond necklace as the style is classic. What dmitchell15 suggested are also great! I would get something with diamond if the price is within your budget. I have the Tiffany "figure eight" necklace which is also very nice. As for the Tiffany key, I would get the smaller key (maybe 2 which would make it more unique!) than one big key as I believe that the small keys goes well with everything but the big key only looks good with long chain IMO.

GL!! :)

callire · Jul 8th, 2009, 02:31 PM

Originally Posted by dmitchell15

Tiffany's has the a sterling silver diamond by the yard necklace that is about $450. Also they have a diamond by the yard necklace with aquamarine $350.

http://www.tiffany.com/Shopping/Item...+6-ri+-ni+0-t+

http://www.tiffany.com/Shopping/Item...+6-ri+-ni+0-t+

I really don't want to buy DBTY from tiffany because I'd be paying for a .09 carats when I could be getting .30 carats, kwim?

HauteMama · Jul 8th, 2009, 02:32 PM

I would definitely go with the diamond from BlueNile.

ahertz · Jul 8th, 2009, 05:42 PM

Go for the bluenile necklace. It's classic and I bet she doesn't have many other diamonds. It'll be really special.

NurseAnn · Jul 8th, 2009, 07:33 PM

If money is no object then get the BN diamond...it really will be something that she loves forever. If not then get the Figure Eight. While I love the Keys collection, IMO that one (which is fairly large), while beautiful, is more a statement piece than a forever piece. I KNOW a lot of people will disagree with me on that.

twin53 · Jul 8th, 2009, 08:34 PM

the blue nile solitaire is the most classic. i bought my niece a half carat solitaire necklace - prong set- for her MBA grad and she loves it! you can't go wrong. you are a sweet sis!

Candice0985 · Jul 8th, 2009, 08:40 PM

the blue nile is by far the most classic, the keys pendant like you said its either she'll love it or hate it, so I would play it safe....Blue nile it is for me!

lingbo105 · Jul 9th, 2009, 10:16 AM

18k Bezel set diamond (.25-.33 carat) necklace from blue nile is the best, but can you get it for $600?
It is really nice. I would love to get it too.

Christiflora · Jul 9th, 2009, 12:43 PM

I think Tiffany is overpriced, and you are paying extra $$ for its name only. Thus, I vote for BlueNile. However, you may want to consider giving cash instead or let your sister pick. She is family, so it is OK to be open.

If I did not know the maker of the three gift chices, I would have picked the diamond pendant, because diamond is worth more than silver. Besides, the diamond pendant looks great, elegant, and TIMELESS. The key is a bit childish.

nooch · Jul 9th, 2009, 03:57 PM

Bezel set diamond!

chanel-girl · Jul 9th, 2009, 04:08 PM

Definitely the diamond necklace from blue nile, it is simple and classic and something she can wear for years and years without tiring of.

View Poll Results: What should I buy her?
Blue Nile Bezel Diamond Pendant (.25-.33) 18k wg	24	82.76%
Tiffany SS Key	1	3.45%
Tiffany SS "Figure Eight" Pendant	4	13.79%
Other	1	3.45%
Multiple Choice Poll. Voters: 29. You may not vote on this poll

Jul 8th, 2009, 01:58 PM	#1
callire OP Sofa King Banned Joined: Sep 2006 Location: New Burn, North Carolina Posts: 521	Help Needed for Sister's gift So... I want to buy my sister a really nice, really pretty necklace (or maybe earrings or bracelet, but preferably necklace) for when she starts college. She already has a "class of 'XX" padlock charm from tiffany's, so I don't want to do that or one of the graduation caps. My maximum budget is about $600. I was thinking either something from Tiffany's or a diamond pendant from Blue Nile. She's not really into big name, designer things, but I know she'd think it was special if I bought her something nice from either company. So far: - 18k Bezel set diamond (.25-.33 carat) necklace from blue nile - Tiffany key (she'd either LOVE or HATE this one) - Tiffany "figure eight" necklace Any other ideas?
	Last edited by callire; Jul 8th, 2009 at 02:05 PM.

Jul 8th, 2009, 02:07 PM	#2
lily25 ♥.Blessed & Happy.♥ Joined: Sep 2007 Location: Athens Posts: 2,822	I like the 18k Bezel set diamond necklace from blue nile. I usually just give my sister money, or take her out shopping so I know that she will get what she really wants!
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Jul 8th, 2009, 02:08 PM	#3
dmitchell15 Member Joined: Sep 2006 Posts: 2,637	get the bluenile bezel set necklace. It is classic and simple.
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Jul 8th, 2009, 02:13 PM	#4
dmitchell15 Member Joined: Sep 2006 Posts: 2,637	Tiffany's has the a sterling silver diamond by the yard necklace that is about $450. Also they have a diamond by the yard necklace with aquamarine $350. http://www.tiffany.com/Shopping/Item...+6-ri+-ni+0-t+ http://www.tiffany.com/Shopping/Item...+6-ri+-ni+0-t+
dmitchell15 Member Joined: Sep 2006 Posts: 2,637	Last edited by dmitchell15; Jul 8th, 2009 at 02:16 PM.

Jul 8th, 2009, 02:29 PM	#5
meowmeow <3 Joined: Mar 2006 Location: TO Posts: 532	I am a big fan of Tiffany, but I actually like the 18k Bezel set diamond necklace as the style is classic. What dmitchell15 suggested are also great! I would get something with diamond if the price is within your budget. I have the Tiffany "figure eight" necklace which is also very nice. As for the Tiffany key, I would get the smaller key (maybe 2 which would make it more unique!) than one big key as I believe that the small keys goes well with everything but the big key only looks good with long chain IMO. GL!! :)
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Jul 8th, 2009, 02:32 PM	#7
HauteMama Member Joined: Sep 2006 Posts: 6,832	I would definitely go with the diamond from BlueNile.
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Jul 8th, 2009, 05:42 PM	#8
ahertz Member Joined: Jul 2007 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 4,251	Go for the bluenile necklace. It's classic and I bet she doesn't have many other diamonds. It'll be really special.
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Jul 8th, 2009, 07:33 PM	#9
NurseAnn Member Joined: Apr 2009 Location: Seattle Posts: 155	If money is no object then get the BN diamond...it really will be something that she loves forever. If not then get the Figure Eight. While I love the Keys collection, IMO that one (which is fairly large), while beautiful, is more a statement piece than a forever piece. I KNOW a lot of people will disagree with me on that.

Jul 8th, 2009, 08:34 PM	#10
twin53 Member Joined: Jan 2007 Posts: 4,180	the blue nile solitaire is the most classic. i bought my niece a half carat solitaire necklace - prong set- for her MBA grad and she loves it! you can't go wrong. you are a sweet sis!
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Jul 8th, 2009, 08:40 PM	#11
Candice0985 Member Joined: Oct 2007 Location: Canada Posts: 507	the blue nile is by far the most classic, the keys pendant like you said its either she'll love it or hate it, so I would play it safe....Blue nile it is for me!

Jul 9th, 2009, 10:16 AM	#12
lingbo105 Member Joined: Jul 2008 Posts: 155	18k Bezel set diamond (.25-.33 carat) necklace from blue nile is the best, but can you get it for $600? It is really nice. I would love to get it too.
lingbo105 Member Joined: Jul 2008 Posts: 155

Jul 9th, 2009, 12:43 PM	#13
Christiflora Member Joined: Oct 2006 Posts: 1,225	I think Tiffany is overpriced, and you are paying extra $$ for its name only. Thus, I vote for BlueNile. However, you may want to consider giving cash instead or let your sister pick. She is family, so it is OK to be open. If I did not know the maker of the three gift chices, I would have picked the diamond pendant, because diamond is worth more than silver. Besides, the diamond pendant looks great, elegant, and TIMELESS. The key is a bit childish.
Christiflora Member Joined: Oct 2006 Posts: 1,225

Jul 9th, 2009, 03:57 PM	#14
nooch bubblehead Joined: Apr 2008 Posts: 3,888	Bezel set diamond!
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Jul 9th, 2009, 04:08 PM	#15
chanel-girl Member Joined: Jun 2007 Location: CT Posts: 930	Definitely the diamond necklace from blue nile, it is simple and classic and something she can wear for years and years without tiring of.

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