Cartier BB Watch or Bulgari Serpenti Bracelet???

[880]

I’ve actually been wearing less of my Rolex over the years, because I find it too blingy at work (hospital). Now ever since the pandemic, I’ve actually stopped wearing watches/jewelry in fear of bringing Covid home lol. I was speaking with my friend the other day, she said to me that the Cartier BB would be even more eye catching and is more of a jewelry watch. She said I probably wouldn’t wear it much either given that I’m so dressed down these days (scrubs). So I guess her point was that as much as I may think the BB would be more practical, it probably wouldn’t be…?

I agree with this entirely! I wear my Bulgari serpenti tubogas every day, and I agree with the post above that the Serpenti might be more casual worn with other things. I love the serpenti line, and I wouldhave gotten your bracelet except DH, SA and I all thought the last tubogas was a better look on my wrist. I also have to say, the serpenti line is magical IRL. Pics somehow do not do the serpenti justice.

I also love Cartier watches, but decided against both the gold BB and pasha Bc they were too blingy when I tried them on: it felt like they were wearing me. And, that’s odd bc I wear big things. Here is a pic of my everyday stuff plus what it looks like full length with my shorts, a skirt and a tshirt. I’m 5’2, medium build, not petite.

I would strongly recommend that when you compare the watch and the bracelet, you take a full length pic with your normal clothes, bag, whatever other everyday items, or even your scrubs, to figure out what feels most like you. It varies widely among individuals. some TPFers have told me that my jewelry seems enormous when seen just in a hand pic close up, but not when seen in the entirety of what I wear, and this may be the case with you too

 

[CEC.LV4eva]

I agree with this entirely! I wear my Bulgari serpenti tubogas every day, and I agree with the post above that the Serpenti might be more casual worn with other things. I love the serpenti line, and I wouldhave gotten your bracelet except DH, SA and I all thought the last tubogas was a better look on my wrist. I also have to say, the serpenti line is magical IRL. Pics somehow do not do the serpenti justice.

I also love Cartier watches, but decided against both the gold BB and pasha Bc they were too blingy when I tried them on: it felt like they were wearing me. And, that’s odd bc I wear big things. Here is a pic of my everyday stuff plus what it looks like full length with my shorts, a skirt and a tshirt. I’m 5’2, medium build, not petite.

I would strongly recommend that when you compare the watch and the bracelet, you take a full length pic with your normal clothes, bag, whatever other everyday items, or even your scrubs, to figure out what feels most like you. It varies widely among individuals. some TPFers have told me that my jewelry seems enormous when seen just in a hand pic close up, but not when seen in the entirety of what I wear, and this may be the case with you too


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Thank you for the thoughtful response and all the pix!
I didn’t take pix of me with my whole outfit but that’s a great idea. The entire “look” will certainly help determine how casual/fancy the outfit would be. I love how you can wear your jewelry for everyday outfits. I’m definitely going to take notes and learn from you so that I can achieve something similar as well!

 

[sheenster23]

I am a die hard cartier fan but if I had to choose I would go for the serpenti. It looks much more stunning and special as a jewellery piece both stacked and on its own. If the reason for choosing the BB is driven by value retention then I would much prefer to go for something that makes your heart sing.
I feel like Cartier watches in general don’t hold their value as well as the “real” watch makers like Rolex, AP, patek, etc and if you are willing to spend a considerable amount on something you like - go for the piece that you truly love

I am sharing some of the pictures I took when I tried on the serpenti a little while ago + my Cartier santos for comparison

 

[Purrsey]

I am a die hard cartier fan but if I had to choose I would go for the serpenti. It looks much more stunning and special as a jewellery piece both stacked and on its own. If the reason for choosing the BB is driven by value retention then I would much prefer to go for something that makes your heart sing.
I feel like Cartier watches in general don’t hold their value as well as the “real” watch makers like Rolex, AP, patek, etc and if you are willing to spend a considerable amount on something you like - go for the piece that you truly love

I am sharing some of the pictures I took when I tried on the serpenti a little while ago + my Cartier santos for comparison

I like how the RG looks on you.

 

[880]

I am a die hard cartier fan but if I had to choose I would go for the serpenti. It looks much more stunning and special as a jewellery piece both stacked and on its own. If the reason for choosing the BB is driven by value retention then I would much prefer to go for something that makes your heart sing.
I feel like Cartier watches in general don’t hold their value as well as the “real” watch makers like Rolex, AP, patek, etc and if you are willing to spend a considerable amount on something you like - go for the piece that you truly love

I am sharing some of the pictures I took when I tried on the serpenti a little while ago + my Cartier santos for comparison

I love the serpenti on you, and I’m also a fan of the santos. Both look fantastic on you! Your combos are some of the best arguments for mixed metal that I’ve ever seen on TPF

 

[sheenster23]

I love the serpenti on you, and I’m also a fan of the santos. Both look fantastic on you! Your combos are some of the best arguments for mixed metal that I’ve ever seen on TPF

Thank you I have freakishly small wrists (13.1mm!!) and it’s always a challenge to find things that don’t look ridiculous on my wrist

 

[Cool Breeze]

I agree with this entirely! I wear my Bulgari serpenti tubogas every day, and I agree with the post above that the Serpenti might be more casual worn with other things. I love the serpenti line, and I wouldhave gotten your bracelet except DH, SA and I all thought the last tubogas was a better look on my wrist. I also have to say, the serpenti line is magical IRL. Pics somehow do not do the serpenti justice.

I also love Cartier watches, but decided against both the gold BB and pasha Bc they were too blingy when I tried them on: it felt like they were wearing me. And, that’s odd bc I wear big things. Here is a pic of my everyday stuff plus what it looks like full length with my shorts, a skirt and a tshirt. I’m 5’2, medium build, not petite.

I would strongly recommend that when you compare the watch and the bracelet, you take a full length pic with your normal clothes, bag, whatever other everyday items, or even your scrubs, to figure out what feels most like you. It varies widely among individuals. some TPFers have told me that my jewelry seems enormous when seen just in a hand pic close up, but not when seen in the entirety of what I wear, and this may be the case with you too


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I know I’ve said it before but those bracelets look amazing on you. I so enjoy seeing you wear them.

 

[880]

I know I’ve said it before but those bracelets look amazing on you. I so enjoy seeing you wear them.

Thank you so much @Cool Breeze! I think your posts re the Bulgari serpenti line was what started me down this path
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