Any Bvlgari / Bulgari wearers out there?

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#571
Aerdem said:
Received my toy serpenti forever bag in patent royal sapphire. Bvlgari does not skimp on the details even for this micro version!

Count of 14 ‘Bvlgari’ logos throughout. The same enamel/malachite materials used for the snake head closure. Same silky light gold ‘snake body’ chain. It is detachable one one side- so it can be worn as a top handle or wristlet.

Also can be hung onto another bag as a bag charm- but I would advice against this as the patent leathers may color transfer permanently. Photo example was just for posterity :biggrin:

I recently realized that the layers of leather comprising the bag are actually meant to represent the scales of the snake.

The thought this house puts into their serpenti forever bag is unmatched!
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Very nice item(s). Please forgive me in advance...Hands down... Bulgari makes the sexiest jewelry and handbags on the planet ! I love the movie 'Casino' where Robert Deniro's character, Sam 'Ace' Rothstein gave Sharon Stone's character Ginger McKenna a trunk full of Bulgari jewelry.
"J!m"
 
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#573
Aerdem said:
Oh, I completely agree! Sexy is the appropriate word!
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Great... for I'm just a soul who's intentions are good... oh Lord, please don't let me be misunderstood ! (a song from the group by Santa Esmeralda back in the 70'). I own a few pieces from Bulgari and they don't skimp on signage. I usually play a game of finding all the places Bvlgari is printed on each of my items I own. My Bulgari Diagano rubber and 18k yellow gold watch alone has at least 11 places where it says Bvlgari and I am sure if I open up the watch, the mechanisms will probably have it another 11 times and no one can see that but the Bulgari repair department. lol
"J!m"
 
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Oh my gosh, I love to play the counting logos game! Especially with this fashion house. They do it right! I’m sure your watch is exquisite.

As an aside, I also have such fun finding serial codes, hidden tags, and obscure compartments (in all bags). As much as I love the exterior of luxury bags, I’m endlessly fascinated by the interiors. There’s such an air of mystery. A private home to house your cherished items.
 
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jimmie staton said:
Great... for I'm just a soul who's intentions are good... oh Lord, please don't let me be misunderstood ! (a song from the group by Santa Esmeralda back in the 70'). I own a few pieces from Bulgari and they don't skimp on signage. I usually play a game of finding all the places Bvlgari is printed on each of my items I own. My Bulgari Diagano rubber and 18k yellow gold watch alone has at least 11 places where it says Bvlgari and I am sure if I open up the watch, the mechanisms will probably have it another 11 times and no one can see that but the Bulgari repair department. lol
"J!m"
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jimmie staton said:
Great... for I'm just a soul who's intentions are good... oh Lord, please don't let me be misunderstood ! (a song from the group by Santa Esmeralda back in the 70'). I own a few pieces from Bulgari and they don't skimp on signage. I usually play a game of finding all the places Bvlgari is printed on each of my items I own. My Bulgari Diagano rubber and 18k yellow gold watch alone has at least 11 places where it says Bvlgari and I am sure if I open up the watch, the mechanisms will probably have it another 11 times and no one can see that but the Bulgari repair department. lol
"J!m"
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Sorry- my reply is below!
 
#576
Aerdem said:
Oh my gosh, I love to play the counting logos game! Especially with this fashion house. They do it right! I’m sure your watch is exquisite.

As an aside, I also have such fun finding serial codes, hidden tags, and obscure compartments (in all bags). As much as I love the exterior of luxury bags, I’m endlessly fascinated by the interiors. There’s such an air of mystery. A private home to house your cherished items.
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Oh my GOD, I do the very same thing. I always love the even stitch count, and the detailing on the interior of a bag. Like a great piece of luxury clothing... the lining and interior are superior. You can turn your item inside out and wear it that way... it's just made that well. I love when an item have serial numbers and certificate papers. I love the in store experience to get the box, tissue paper, dust bag, ribbon, note card, certificate papers and certificate holder, paper shopping bag and store receipt in the hard paper folder or receipt printed on letter head in the envelope from said luxury house... and the free and flowing champagne and cookies or chocolate. I am totally obsessed with luxury accessories for my luxury bags like, long wallet, change pouch, writing instruments, key chain and business card holder(s). It troubles me when I see an elegant woman with a nice bag, but keeps it junky and have horrible accessories with pen marks on the lining. Makes me think that their bag is fake. I am a dude and I love keeping my portfolio or tote bag clean and pristine, inside and out. I love spending time at Bulgari, Gucci, Van Cleef & Arpels, Cartier, Hermes and Graff in NYC for the entire experience.
"J!m"
 
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#577
Aerdem said:
Oh my gosh, I love to play the counting logos game! Especially with this fashion house. They do it right! I’m sure your watch is exquisite.

As an aside, I also have such fun finding serial codes, hidden tags, and obscure compartments (in all bags). As much as I love the exterior of luxury bags, I’m endlessly fascinated by the interiors. There’s such an air of mystery. A private home to house your cherished items.
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Thanks for the compliment on my timepiece... and yes... it's a thing of beauty... absolutely the sexiest watch I've ever seen by Bulgari or anyone. The Black rubber against the gold...they play off each other like a battle of dominancy and dependency on each other for it's own survival... it's seem so wrong, but it's so right. Bulgari is amazing that way.
"J!m"
 
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jimmie staton said:
Oh my GOD, I do the very same thing. I always love the even stitch count, and the detailing on the interior of a bag. Like a great piece of luxury clothing... the lining and interior are superior. You can turn your item inside out and wear it that way... it's just made that well. I love when an item have serial numbers and certificate papers. I love the in store experience to get the box, tissue paper, dust bag, ribbon, note card, certificate papers and certificate holder, paper shopping bag and store receipt in the hard paper folder or receipt printed on letter head in the envelope from said luxury house... and the free and flowing champagne and cookies or chocolate. I am totally obsessed with luxury accessories for my luxury bags like, long wallet, change pouch, writing instruments, key chain and business card holder(s). It troubles me when I see an elegant woman with a nice bag, but keeps it junky and have horrible accessories with pen marks on the lining. Makes me think that their bag is fake. I am a dude and I love keeping my portfolio or tote bag clean and pristine, inside and out. I love spending time at Bulgari, Gucci, Van Cleef & Arpels, Cartier, Hermes and Graff in NYC for the entire experience.
"J!m"
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Oh, we are two peas in a pod :smile: I am extremely deliberate with how I pack my bags. Love my small leather goods that have very specific functions. And my handbags are the first thing unpacked/stuffed/placed neatly in their dust bag, and returned to the closet when I return home. Loose receipts, wrappers, or pens make me shudder, ha. Perish the thought!

The luxury experience is so lovely. I do also enjoy vintage/treasure hunting in its own right. Both give me immense joy in their own special way.
 
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#579
Aerdem said:
Oh, we are two peas in a pod :smile: I am extremely deliberate with how I pack my bags. Love my small leather goods that have very specific functions. And my handbags are the first thing unpacked/stuffed/placed neatly in their dust bag, and returned to the closet when I return home. Loose receipts, wrappers, or pens make me shudder, ha. Perish the thought!

The luxury experience is so lovely. I do also enjoy vintage/treasure hunting in its own right. Both give me immense joy in their own special way.
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Yes we are. I love style and functionality. It has to make sense and serve a specific purpose. All my luxury accessories are that way. I keep ALL my original boxes, so each item goes into their proper dust bag and in their own box. I use the clear plastic from my dry cleaning to cover each and every luxury box (I even like my boxes pristine). I am careful with the tissue paper inside the box, because it is folded like origami. Now my shoes... I just use the packing it came with, I like to keep those dust bags unused... I always ask for an extra dust bag or two to use when traveling. I only bring about 3 to 4 pairs of shoes,(I own at least 60 pairs of Gucci and lost count of how many Thom Browne shoes I own.... way too many for a man, I was told. lol) no matter how long I am traveling. I do put my Tiffany & Co writing instrument in my tote bag and/or portfolio, but it is in it's Tiffany & Co felt bag and tied tight. I also have a fountain pen, but as of the last few decades... I leave it home... I use it to write letters and send Thank You note cards... from my Tiffany & Co or Cartier stationery. (and YES, I still do handwritten letters and notes to mail out... using a mailbox. lol) I have to get into vintage/treasure hunting, I am sure I will love it as much as you do. I wish Bulgari made bags for men or at least a nice size tote and/or portfolio.
"J!m"
 
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jimmie staton said:
Yes we are. I love style and functionality. It has to make sense and serve a specific purpose. All my luxury accessories are that way. I keep ALL my original boxes, so each item goes into their proper dust bag and in their own box. I use the clear plastic from my dry cleaning to cover each and every luxury box (I even like my boxes pristine). I am careful with the tissue paper inside the box, because it is folded like origami. Now my shoes... I just use the packing it came with, I like to keep those dust bags unused... I always ask for an extra dust bag or two to use when traveling. I only bring about 3 to 4 pairs of shoes,(I own at least 60 pairs of Gucci and lost count of how many Thom Browne shoes I own.... way too many for a man, I was told. lol) no matter how long I am traveling. I do put my Tiffany & Co writing instrument in my tote bag and/or portfolio, but it is in it's Tiffany & Co felt bag and tied tight. I also have a fountain pen, but as of the last few decades... I leave it home... I use it to write letters and send Thank You note cards... from my Tiffany & Co or Cartier stationery. (and YES, I still do handwritten letters and notes to mail out... using a mailbox. lol) I have to get into vintage/treasure hunting, I am sure I will love it as much as you do. I wish Bulgari made bags for men or at least a nice size tote and/or portfolio.
"J!m"
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I love this. I find such pleasure in caring for my items. Beyond merely respecting my things, I actually find it quite fun. Most people think I’m over the top, but that’s precisely why this is the forum for me!

And we also align in regards to handwritten letters.. lost art. In addition, I find a ritualistic delight in opening my mail with a Tiffany & Co letter opener. Something about it brings back the formality to a now present day mundane experience. Perhaps that’s why I love integrating vintage into my collection? I imagine what sort of fabulous lady from another time owned the item. And how it made its journey to me. Heritage and history assigned to a piece makes it so rich. I’d like to think I’m creating a fun and exciting history for my brand new pieces.. wherever they may end up long after I’m gone!

Bvlgari should expand. I actually love a good men’s portfolio. Attribute this to the architect in me!! If they come out with one- I’ll be first in line!
 
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#581
Aerdem said:
I love this. I find such pleasure in caring for my items. Beyond merely respecting my things, I actually find it quite fun. Most people think I’m over the top, but that’s precisely why this is the forum for me!

And we also align in regards to handwritten letters.. lost art. In addition, I find a ritualistic delight in opening my mail with a Tiffany & Co letter opener. Something about it brings back the formality to a now present day mundane experience. Perhaps that’s why I love integrating vintage into my collection? I imagine what sort of fabulous lady from another time owned the item. And how it made its journey to me. Heritage and history assigned to a piece makes it so rich. I’d like to think I’m creating a fun and exciting history for my brand new pieces.. wherever they may end up long after I’m gone!

Bvlgari should expand. I actually love a good men’s portfolio. Attribute this to the architect in me!! If they come out with one- I’ll be first in line!
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Wow... so exciting ! I too use a letter opener... I have the Tiffany & Co '1837' letter opener... the personally elegant formality of it all excites me and makes me all giddy inside, even for such a seemingly mundane practice, one should do it with style. Love your items and somehow the creative energy that goes into creating such a richly and historically assigned piece has a way of loving you back. I even have the 'Return to Tiffany & Co' flatware... it is in one of my earlier posts. How one treats oneself privately truly defines them. I have the Tiffany & Co Twin Bell Alarm clock... A nod to a simpler and elegant time (Don't ask me why I found it necessary to buy a $500 alarm clock... lol) next to my black rotary dial phone from the 1950's (speaking of vintage pieces in my collection). Life is a rehearsal... the performance is real.

If and when Bvlgari expands to mens bags, I will be right behind you, in line for my Bvlgari portfolio, Tote bag and accessories with champagne in tow... preferable at their launch party. You and I will be having fun counting the Bvlgari signage all throughout the bag like people who truly lost their ever loving mind(s). lol
Cheers !
"J!m"
 
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#585
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I just purchased this in Spain I love the B0 ring and the diva leather bracelet.
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Also loved that you pick and purchased the non-common pieces... definitely stand out choices ! I wanted that B-Zero 1, but I am too rough with my pieces and know for sure that I would damage it. So I stuck with the all gold version. Wish I would have taken the chance though. Bulgari is lucky to have you. Now you must post some Mod Shots.
"J!m"
 
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