I have a size 16 full bracelet and a size 17 cuff. Oddly, they are almost identical in size even though they aren't the same numerical size.
Cartier Love Bangle Bracelet vs. Cuff
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I have a size 16 full bracelet and a size 17 cuff. Oddly, they are almost identical in size even though they aren't the same numerical size.
Cuff for sure! Lots of positives - cheaper and easily removable any time (before cleaning, exercise, sleep, if you want to quickly swap your jewlery for a different look, security/safety, etc).
Someone on Youtube made this experiment - she bought a very cheap fashion bracelet with a similar fit to the full Love bracelet and tried wearing it for a week. After several days she was going crazy wanting to take it off. You might want to do something similar before making a final decision.
Also, if you live in a climate with hot and humid weather - your wrist area might get a bit swollen sometimes - full bracelet becomes uncomfortable for many. You might even not to wear any bracelets at times.
Someone on Youtube made this experiment - she bought a very cheap fashion bracelet with a similar fit to the full Love bracelet and tried wearing it for a week. After several days she was going crazy wanting to take it off. You might want to do something similar before making a final decision.
Also, if you live in a climate with hot and humid weather - your wrist area might get a bit swollen sometimes - full bracelet becomes uncomfortable for many. You might even not to wear any bracelets at times.
Another lover of the cuff love. I‘m like others who couldn’t imagine not being able to take it on and off when needed. My SA also discouraged me from getting the classic. I‘ve had no issues with the cuff and love the way it looks.
Ah thank you thank you thank you! I’m going to do the little experiment given how heavy this bracelet is how much heat and humidity there is in the place I live... Searching on YouTube now!
I prefer the cuff. I don’t want to shower or sleep with jewelry. I like the freedom it provides. I had initial concerns about the cuff coming off, but it is an oval around your wrist, it won’t slip off with water, lotion or oils.
Another vote for the cuff. Just more mind clean imo as can take it off whenever for whatever reason and no stress about the screws. I know the locktite solution works but it just seems like unnecessary hassle to me. Plus you can put the savings from buying the cuff instead of the full bracelet towards another piece of bling!
I am a fan of the cuff. If you get the proper size it will not fall off by itself. When I first got it, I removed it each night before going to bed. Fast-forward to today and now I wear two cuffs 24/7. In fact my arm feels strange if they're not there. But I am still so glad that I can easily remove them if necessary.
Also, the traditional and the cuff have a slightly different shape. In my case, the cuff happened to fit the shape/contour of my wrist perfectly, like it was custom made for me. So, it is a good idea to go in and try both on if possible.
Also, the traditional and the cuff have a slightly different shape. In my case, the cuff happened to fit the shape/contour of my wrist perfectly, like it was custom made for me. So, it is a good idea to go in and try both on if possible.
Cuff! I have one and I love it.
I've had the classic for twenty two years (my husband bought it the week they arrived in London as they were an invention by the New York store when Cartier was still owned by the family and the stores were more separate as owned by cousins). It becomes a part of you and you forget you have it on. When I had long hair sometimes the screw would get caught when I washed it but only very occasionally. Other than that no problems at all. They know about it at airports and I have only taken it off for hospital operations. Enjoy whatever you buy.
22 years is amazing! I wonder how much it cost you then... (lol). The SA just told me prices could go up soon
So I went in yesterday and tried on the classic, cuff and small bracelet. TBH they all look good, and stack very well with my VCA bracelet.
I was shocked to hear that sizing for classic and cuff is the same, as opposed to what I’ve heard (sizing up for the cuff).
If I have to get one I think I’m leaning toward the cuff (After all, the price point)... now I just need to see the Hermès CDC and how it stacks with my VCA
I had the cuff and sold it. I stacked it with a traditional love for about 6 years. I didn’t like how they worked together on my wrist. However if you are only planning on wearing one and the cuff works better for your lifestyle then go for that one. It never fell off for me.
It definitely did! Loved the look just didn’t love the cuff as much for me. The love collection will always have my heart. It’s gorgeous, timeless and classic no matter your piece. ❤️