Paula's Choice/Beautypedia

I've been in the habit of checking Paula's Choice (mostly for her comments on ingredients) and Makeupalley for product reviews. Today I went to look at Paula's Choice and apparently it's totally changed. Where she used to review all kinds of makeup and skin care products including her own, now she just has her own products and an ingredient checker. I didn't try that but apparently you copy and past ingredients into it and it gives you some information.
This is annoying. She started out just reviewing, then added her own products and now it's basically all about her products.

Gucci Bree Guccissima Pink Leather

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I Have just received my Gucci Bree from Vestiaire and I love it so much, I probably over paid for it after all of the customs fees but thats fine.

I am just concerned about the embossing around the top is it normal for the Gucci pattern to be not as sharp? I can’t find much information about the bags online when did they first come out? Just wondering how it will stand up to use further down the line.
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Grey Mother of Pearl Adoration thread

Hello everyone !
I'm very new to VCA. I "only" have one 5 motifs bracelet in White Mother of Pearl (and I could barely believe I would spend that much money on myself !), but it's my pride and job, it's soooo pretty. I spend my time looking (stupidly) at my wrist and making it shine, lol !
However, as much as I love White Mother of Pearl, it's the grey one which makes my heart miss a beat. I thought this could be a space where we could all share our adoration of Grey Mother of Pearl and share pictures of course, so that I may dream of one day having my own Special Order of GMOP 5 motifs bracelet...

Ulla Johnson sale

As soon as I received an announcement about the Ulla Johnson sale that was announced to me via email on 7/28 I went to their website and purchased a raffia handbag that I was in love with. My CC card was charged and I received an acknowledgment of my purchase.
After 7 days I emailed customer service to ask about the status of my order and I was asked to be patient but that my order would go out and when it did I’d receive shipping info.
After 10 days I wrote again and received the same answer. When I questioned whether my item was actually available to be shipped customer service finally looked into it or so they said.
They then informed me that the item was “missing” and I would be refunded.
I am livid. They charged my CC card immediately and now the item is unavailable??
Very disappointed with this company and their lack of organization and response to my unfulfilled purchase.
Has anyone had any issues with the Ulla Johnson website fulfilling orders?

Any Piaget Lovers out there?

Any Piaget Lovers out there?

I just started my fine jewelry collection and found my first from Piaget, the Piaget Rose bracelet. I love how they also have a wonderful SA who assisted me in my first purchase and she's always updated me about the new jewelry in store. I'm looking to purchase the earrings to match my bracelet and I'm keen on their Possession line as well!

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milia

I have some tiny bumps on my face that have been there for months. Dermatologist says they are milia and doesn't seem concerned about them. they're not really noticeable unless I'm using the magnifying mirror but I'm trying to get rid of them. I've been using a good exfoliator - Dr Brandt's - and that seems to have helped. I'm going to use only my hypoallergenic foundation. It occurs to me also that having used silicone primer (not daily but sometimes) probably isn't good. So for now, no primer and maybe I'll buy some that doesn't have silicone.

anyone have these little bumps? they're supposed to be temporary
suggestions?

Cassandre Wallet

Does anyone own this wallet? It is not the card wallet, but the one with a bill slot. I have never purchased anything from SL and was looking around for a small wallet when this one caught my eye. I have seen it at the boutique and will most likely get the black with gold hardware. I guess my question is if it holds up well when thrown in a bag and is it easy to use- not too fussy. TIA.

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Would two H bags in noir be too much of a good thing?

Last fall, while in Paris, I bought a 24/24 35 in noir Clemence/Swift with GHW. It is a pretty awesome under the radar H bag with great slouch, an outside pocket for my iPhone and enough room for my MacBook though not my work laptop. However, unlike it's smaller cousin, the 29, it does not have a strap and must be strictly hand or elbow carried.

Until today I had yet to receive an offer from my wishlist from my SA...when I texted her in excitement to tell her that I'd found a 1999 K32 in H rouge, she asked if she could call me. She shared that she'd been trying to keep it a surprise until I went in but, given my news, she had to tell me that she has held a K32 in noir for me which I'll see next week.

So, my question is do I need two black H bags? Anyone here have multiple bags in one color? I think there's at least one person who has multiple bleu nuit bags...anyone else? Thoughts? TIA

Lifers, When Will You be Done With Hermes?

Love etoupe. Don’t have a Birkin anymore. I have a 31 Bolide and love it.
My opinion, I’ve been collecting Hermes for 40+ years.
  • I have more scarves than I care to count. A scarf is going to have to blow me away for me to buy it.
  • I lead a very casual lifestyle as a semi-retired consultant. Read: I am not buying $10-20K in RTW items per year any more.
  • My home is furnished. No need for that. Don’t need/want any more China/crystal.
  • Hermes fine jewelry doesn’t thrill me anymore; I have Hermes sterling and I don’t wear costume jewelry. I bought significant H fine jewelry in the past.
Over time, I have invested in the high six, if not seven figures at Hermes in those 40+ years of collecting. Why can’t I get a blasted 25 Kelly if I want one?!!! I inquired about said Kelly because I had a major life event and I wanted the bag as a celebration. I asked whether it was feasible from my current SA and SM. And I got the same baloney as a newbie wanting a quota bag.

Because H only cares about clients who spend money now — quid pro quo.

As a result, I’m going the bespoke bag route to complete my collection.

Nano Luggage still "in"?

Hi all,

I'm thinking of selling my LV Palm Springs Mini in Reverse Monogram so I can purchase the Nano Luggage. I've had my eye on the nano luggage since I was 14-15, and I'm now a month away from turning 25. I hardly use the PSM and the Nano Luggage is right up my ally in terms of bag style, colours, etc.

I was wondering if the Luggage bag is still "in" per say? Is it worth purchasing?

TIA!

Overnight delivery gone wrong

I paid $25 for overnight delivery of a Fendi bag. It was supposed to arrive yesterday and was delayed till today. I checked tracking today and now it’s delayed to “delivery time unknown”. However it is in my city. This is totally UPS fault according to their tracking. They had a mechanical failure. Is there anything I can do refund wise? Or for the amount of hassle this will probably become should I just let it go? Thanks.

Going to London and Paris for the first time. Any shopping tips or any city exclusives I should keep in mind?

Hi All,

I’m going to London and Paris in November. This will be my first time to the UK and Europe. This wasn’t a trip that I had planned for so I won’t have a lot of money set aside for luxury shopping. Are there any tips, experiences, city exclusives, etc. when it pertains to luxury shopping that I should know about? I will be doing other things besides shopping.

Shopping wise I wanted to go to 31 Rue Cambon. I heard if I buy something, I can get a picture in front of the stairs to Coco Chanel‘s apartment, lol. Sounds cool, but I‘m also not sure I want anything from Chanel right now. I can’t afford a bag on this trip and I don’t really need any slgs. Maybe I should wait until my planned trip in 2024? I wanted to go on a world trip and planned to buy a Chanel 2.55 or classic flap while in Paris for my 40th birthday that year.

Does the Hermes store in Paris have scarves or other small items that are exclusive to their city? Does LV have exclusive hot stamping or something like that?

Currently, I have about $1500 set aside for “luxury” shopping for myself on this trip. I have another budget for souvenirs and tchotchkes and whatnot. I’m thinking about selling a few things to raise more money for my luxury budget.

Thanks!

Gucci's new Emerald Python Collection stamped "Limited Edition" is how limited?

I just purchased the men's Ophidia GG Card Case with the emerald green python trim that is stamped as Limited Edition in gold. The men's Ophidia GG wallet and python Messenger Bag are also examples of Gucci items with the Limited Edition stamp. How rare or limited are these (i.e. how many produced)? And has Gucci ever previously released items that have a Limited Edition stamp like they have with these? Are they worth the investment?

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Love interlocking necklace vs 2 diamond love necklace

Hi! I am interested in hearing from people who own either necklace and if you have mod shots or close ups, I’d love to see those as well. My appointment to purchase is set for next Tuesday, and although I was originally dead set on the 2 diamond, I’d love some input on both. I know I’ll get to try on both but I just love reading about other people’s experiences and these aren’t as often discussed on here as the Love bracelets etc!

I was originally drawn to the 2 diamond because of the 2 strand necklace design and I thought it was so unique how the chains wrap around the circle motif. I feel it’s more unique to me than the interlocking rings. However, I love the symbolism behind the rings as well as the “texture”/3 dimensionality of them.

Looking forward to reading from others!!

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Help - Does your Mini Lady Dior chain twist?

Hi everyone. I recently purchased a white pre-loved mini LD from a trustworthy vendor. They offer lifetime guarantee on authenticity with full refund. The bag itself is pretty much identical to my other mini (black), even down to the weight. I can post it in the Authentication thread here later as well but I'm very confident the bag is authentic. The only difference I'm seeing is that the chain strap of the white one twists if I hold it up by the leather piece and let the chain hang freely. For the black one, the chain hangs almost straight. I've weighed both straps individually and they are very close as well (1% difference which is a perfectly reasonable manufacturing variation), and the individual links on the white look and feel just like the black one as far as shape, weight, colour, shine, etc. The white was made in 2015, the black in 2016.

I brought this up with the vendor and they said that if I have any concerns about authenticity, they can send it for additional authentication with Entrupy for a small fee or I can get it authenticated anywhere else at any point and they will honour their lifetime guarantee if it is found to be fake. They will accept the verdict from any reliable professional authenticator. Under normal circumstances I would go ahead with further authentication, but I do feel that it is very possible for some authentic chains to twist in this manner. The main reason I feel this way is earlier this year, I wanted to purchase a men's curb chain necklace from the store but it twisted even more severely than what I'm seeing with this strap. I asked my SA to order in another piece to look at and it had the same issue. So I wouldn't put it past Dior to manufacture chains that twist while hanging freely.

I know it's possible for a fake chain to end up with an authentic bag and there are a few possible scenarios I can think of that this could happen. At the same time, I know it's possible that my twisty chain is authentic. So I'm wondering if any of you have twisty chains on your mini LDs as well?

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Just lost my DBTY diamond bracelet :( :(

I’ve been wearing my 18k rose gold Diamond by the yard bracelet with 5 diamonds. I suddenly looked down and realized it’s missing!!!!! Oh my gosh I don’t know what to do. I was out and about all day today. I don’t know if it came off last night, this morning, just now……. I looked around house but it’s nowhere to be found!!!

I’m home now at night but it might’ve come off outside. It’s been snug for awhile and I know it was snug last time. Maybe I got robbed and someone stealthily took it off my wrist today outside.

Omg, I kinda wanna only buy Hermes handbags now, no more jewelry. Too easily lost!

Did this happen to anyone?

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I apologize! Wrong Thread!

Hi, Can I please get this Vintage Coach Bucket Bag Authenticated?
Vintage Coach Bucket Bag #4153
Seller Site: Ebay
Seller: 410baglady
Link: https://www.ebay.com/itm/174840173489

Can I get this bag authenticated, too, please?

Vintage Coach Legacy Lunch Bucket Tote 9305
Seller site: Ebay
Seller: charlestongal0
Link: https://www.ebay.com/itm/2345080774...CkZ4IMig4UUFv/ugRkf+Juj5RKP3|tkp:BFBMwNqEk9Fg


Thank you. I can't tell you how much I appreciate it!
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