Regret getting my Cartier love bracelet in size 16. Wish I would have selected 1 size up for more movement
Any regrets with the buying process
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Yes, tried a lot on, but I really just love the regular JUC. I didn’t even wanna try the love -and when I put it on I see why oeople Like it it’s beautful (and I like it on others I just don’t go crazy over it). I guess i just am concerned the JUC which is my favorite will be a little bulky for everyday wear, and in 5 years am I still gonna love it. Maybe if I’m so torn I should just pass on all
Just to add a data point, I have the regular JUC and I wear it almost daily. Feel naked without it, it's super comfortable and in the 4 years I've had it I do not regret it one tiny bit. Sometimes I wear it alone, sometimes I stack. On the rare days I don't wear it and wear something else, I really miss it. Will never give it up.......so if you're asking about staying power, I say it's got it. Of course, your mileage may vary...
+1 to this! I also was more drawn to the JUC for its unique design. Admiring the details of its construction still brings me joy. It doesn’t look or feel bulky to me for everyday wear - took me maybe about two days to get used to the heft and movement - and I love that it looks considered when worn alone yet integrates beautifully with a stack.
As for things I might have wanted to know about during the buying process, what came to mind for me were cleaning, security, and wear over time. With regard to those, here are some thoughts based on my limited experience:
When I was deciding between the LOVE and JUC, I found more compelling the versions with diamonds, but I also know that I prefer to keep diamonds as residue-free as possible (e.g. ultrasonic and/or steam-cleaning about once a week) for sparkle. The LOVE bracelet design would make that particular compulsion more difficult; the underside of the stones would accumulate residue and yet cleaning their pavilions thoroughly would be challenging without removing the bracelet, which shouldn’t be done frequently to avoid damaging the screws. This consideration makes the LOVE with diamonds not a great fit for me personally.
For the JUC, I also specifically chose the older clasp design (keyhole instead of button release) for guaranteed security during wear, as knowing myself I would otherwise become preoccupied with checking whether the bracelet was still on my wrist throughost the day. The keyhole clasp design is perfect for me because it is physically impossible to actuate without explicit intention and my anxious mind benefits from that reliability.
One thing I really appreciate about the JUC is that it doesn’t show scratches easily, since the surface of the gold is rounded rather than flat as on the LOVE. I’ve been pleasantly surprised that the JUC hardly shows any wear over time and I would have been glad to know that when buying!
So no regrets for me despite my obvious OCD tendencies, but since these considerations are not always discussed with SAs during the buying process, it might be worth giving them some thought before going to the boutique if any of them resonate with you!
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Get what you are drawn to the most (now). You’ll be the one funding it and wearing it…and chances are you’ll wear it every day if you love it.
I only had interest in the small love and almost allowed an SA to convince me to get a classic love for my first bracelet. Luckily for me, my husband talked me out of it, and I went home with the small love. Over a year later and I love it even more than the day I brought it home.
I’m not sure what you mean?
Edit: I just saw the article you referenced. No, I hadn’t thought of that! Very interesting.
I’m so glad to read all of this. Especially the points made about fit. I have an appointment in 2 weeks to buy my first JUC bracelet for a big birthday. I am going into it knowing that the regular JUC is too bold for me, so I need the small. I also don’t want a loose fit. That will make me unhappy. I want this to be a piece I can wear all of the time so I will take the time to get it right.
If I get SA pressure in either of these areas I will hold firm as I know what does and does not work for me with jewelry! Thanks everyone.
If I get SA pressure in either of these areas I will hold firm as I know what does and does not work for me with jewelry! Thanks everyone.
I thought 100% I wanted the regular love bracelet without question because it is the most classic one, however I think I should have tried the Juste un Clou to compare because now I don't know which one I would have prefered... I didn't ask to try it as I was convinced the love bracelet was for me
I regret buying my trinity ring on the first visit. I wanted the plain gold and ended up buying the classic with pave diamonds on the white gold. I wasn’t asked how I intended to wear the piece and how it might wear every day. I wanted something for everyday wear. Although it’s a beautiful ring, I don’t wear it much. This time round I’ve already been in twice, taken photos, asked how the piece will wear and made it very clear how I will wear it. Also worn other jewellery I would pair it with to see how it looks. A much more considered process.