Cartier orchid line?

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#181
kohl_mascara said:
That's okay!! It's always good to plan ahead, especially when you are going during the busy months. Weather in June will be nice, but in July, it'll be getting a little toasty haha. Aria is beautiful and has a nice. . .perfumey smell to it. I can't smell the smoke in the casinos at all, unlike the older hotels, who have the stale cigarette/cigar smoke smell. . .lol.

Haha, you're so bad! I'm going to save my money and really treat myself to something after I pass the bar. I can't reward myself if I don't!!! :laugh:
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oh I know, last time I went was for my 24th bday 2 years ago and we went in august...OMG it was HOT! I think it was 50 degree celcius ...or like 120 farenheit something absolutely ridiculous!

I agree you should save your splurge for when you want to celebrate passing the bar, much more meaningful :smile1:
 
#182
kohl_mascara said:
Oh wow, how exciting!! After looking at Jen's pictures, I really think it is a gorgeous piece and at such a reasonable price, too. Very dainty but still a lot of presence.

I think buying from a department store is always a better idea. At the boutique, purchases typically can only be exchanged or returned for store credit. The window for an exchange is also smaller. At a department store, such as Saks or Neiman's, you can freely exchange/return in a much longer time period and I feel the customer service is also usually a little better especially if you run into a problem with the product. Plus you can get points by using your Saks card ;)
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I'm hoping so - I have honestly had so much difficulty finding a pendant or necklace to wear. I've looked for years and just haven't been able to find THE one. I tried the rose gold single diamond orchid pendant in Paris a while ago, but didn't end up getting it - I didn't quite feel it had the 'ooomph' I need (not to mention, ended up getting a Birkin so felt any further spending would be really REALLY bad :p) I've also tried the Tiffany Jazz East West pendant - it's quite beautiful but again, I'm just not convinced of it. The last thing I want is for a piece of jewellery to sit in my jewellery box instead of being worn.

The Cartier mini orchid is extremely small but I think for me, that's actually a look I will prefer and feel more comfortable in. I don't know, I'm still trying to work necklaces and pendants out if you know what I mean...:laugh:
 
#183
nakedmosher2of3 said:
For work! But I have made stopovers in VCA, Cartier and Hermes to get my fix!! :p
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OMG have fun!!! I hope they send one in that you fall in love with, can't wait to see the pics added to this thread!!!

kohl_mascara said:
Is it crazy of me to think the pricing of the orchid line as "reasonable"??? I mean, in comparison to VCA, the items are a steal, LOL.
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No seriously that's how I felt when I saw the medium orchid - "affordable - yay!" :greengrin::yahoo::yahoo: That is SCARY!!!!

nakedmosher2of3 said:
Oh how our minds are warped. :p
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FULLY warped! :graucho: But it's fun!

Bitten said:
Hmmmmm...I'm liking this logic :thinkin:

So DB is going to Miami for work in a month or so, he'll be there for one day and I was hoping to get him to pick the mini up from the Cartier boutique there - does anyone have any advice re. which is the best boutique to go to (I was thinking perhaps the Cartier in Saks at Dadeland Mall? - it seems to have the best range of goods - also DB can pick up a Tag watch he's been lusting over for himself at the same time).
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Oooh yay!!! And sooo much better when they are buying something for themselves too - guilt free shopping! I would call ahead and make sure wherever you are having him visit has one in stock for you!

Candice0985 said:
I'm not going till June or july :laugh: I'm planning waaay ahead!!!

remember what happens in Vegas, stays in vegas....there's no such thing as a ban on anything there!! LOL
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Okay I HAVE to get to Vegas eventually! LOL!!!
 
#184
surfergirljen said:
No seriously that's how I felt when I saw the medium orchid - "affordable - yay!" :greengrin::yahoo::yahoo: That is SCARY!!!!


Oooh yay!!! And sooo much better when they are buying something for themselves too - guilt free shopping! I would call ahead and make sure wherever you are having him visit has one in stock for you!
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Ok, that's a great idea - you're such an enabler girl!!! :p

BTW, I took another leisurely look at your gorgeous pics again - your pendant really is spectacular, I hope you're getting so much enjoyment out of it :smile1:
 
#185
Jen - It's gorgeous!! I really love the medium pave. I think it's the perfect size and it really suits you.

I agree with our minds being warped though, I walked into VCA, because I wanted to get my first VCA piece this weekend and remember thinking "Oh, $4000...not bad".....lol. It's always hard to stay objective when you're surrounded by all the pretty sparklies.
 
#186
queenp1n said:
Jen - It's gorgeous!! I really love the medium pave. I think it's the perfect size and it really suits you.

I agree with our minds being warped though, I walked into VCA, because I wanted to get my first VCA piece this weekend and remember thinking "Oh, $4000...not bad".....lol. It's always hard to stay objective when you're surrounded by all the pretty sparklies.
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and did you find your first VCA piece? :graucho: LOL
 
#188
queenp1n said:
Jen - It's gorgeous!! I really love the medium pave. I think it's the perfect size and it really suits you.

I agree with our minds being warped though, I walked into VCA, because I wanted to get my first VCA piece this weekend and remember thinking "Oh, $4000...not bad".....lol. It's always hard to stay objective when you're surrounded by all the pretty sparklies.
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Oh so true!! :p
 
#189
Candice0985 said:
oh I know, last time I went was for my 24th bday 2 years ago and we went in august...OMG it was HOT! I think it was 50 degree celcius ...or like 120 farenheit something absolutely ridiculous!

I agree you should save your splurge for when you want to celebrate passing the bar, much more meaningful :smile1:
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Wow, I'm sure Vegas has changed a lot since then. Every time I go, I always see something new. It's constantly changing, morphing, and evolving. I remember back in the day, it used to be this dingy, kinda shady place where people could gamble, smoke & drink. . .a party place for kids and a spot for old timers with money problems, lol. But now it's so upscale chalk full of celebrity chef restaurants and boasts some of the best shopping in the world. It's always an adventure going!! Hope you enjoy your time there :smile1:

Bitten said:
I'm hoping so - I have honestly had so much difficulty finding a pendant or necklace to wear. I've looked for years and just haven't been able to find THE one. I tried the rose gold single diamond orchid pendant in Paris a while ago, but didn't end up getting it - I didn't quite feel it had the 'ooomph' I need (not to mention, ended up getting a Birkin so felt any further spending would be really REALLY bad :p) I've also tried the Tiffany Jazz East West pendant - it's quite beautiful but again, I'm just not convinced of it. The last thing I want is for a piece of jewellery to sit in my jewellery box instead of being worn.

The Cartier mini orchid is extremely small but I think for me, that's actually a look I will prefer and feel more comfortable in. I don't know, I'm still trying to work necklaces and pendants out if you know what I mean...:laugh:
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Aww, I hope you get it and that it will be "the one" for you and that you will wear it and be a staple in your wardrobe!! I am so happy you got a Birkin! OMG, how wonderful! I was on a hunt and was planning on going to Paris to try my luck, but I don't think my Paris plans are going to go through this time :( But I'll be going to Hawaii instead! I think I prefer Paris, since I'm not a big beach girl, but I guess it's not so bad, lol.

I agree that the small orchid is small and dainty, but I am not a big fan of BIG bold statement necklaces. I think the necklace is the perfect size for that bit of sparkle on the neck. It will be beautiful!

surfergirljen said:
OMG have fun!!! I hope they send one in that you fall in love with, can't wait to see the pics added to this thread!!!



No seriously that's how I felt when I saw the medium orchid - "affordable - yay!" :greengrin::yahoo::yahoo: That is SCARY!!!!



FULLY warped! :graucho: But it's fun!



Oooh yay!!! And sooo much better when they are buying something for themselves too - guilt free shopping! I would call ahead and make sure wherever you are having him visit has one in stock for you!



Okay I HAVE to get to Vegas eventually! LOL!!!
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LOL. I need to think more like you Jen!!!
 
#190
kohl_mascara said:
Aww, I hope you get it and that it will be "the one" for you and that you will wear it and be a staple in your wardrobe!! I am so happy you got a Birkin! OMG, how wonderful! I was on a hunt and was planning on going to Paris to try my luck, but I don't think my Paris plans are going to go through this time :( But I'll be going to Hawaii instead! I think I prefer Paris, since I'm not a big beach girl, but I guess it's not so bad, lol.

I agree that the small orchid is small and dainty, but I am not a big fan of BIG bold statement necklaces. I think the necklace is the perfect size for that bit of sparkle on the neck. It will be beautiful!
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Thanks kohl :hugs: I'm hoping so!! :D

I've been scoping out Jen's pics obsessively, I'm pretty sure the mini is going to be perfect! It's exactly like you say - perfect for just a bit of sparkle on the neck...;)

Oh have fun with the Birkin search!! It was absolute serendipity in Paris - just the planets aligning I guess - I asked, they said yes and then 3 months later...she was mine!! It really is classic and I love it every time I carry her :heart:
 
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