Choosing VCA over Rolex
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You can tell how tiny my wrists are.
Since you prefer a quartz watch, that will save you some money that you can spend on VCA!
It is certainly fine if you do not like the Cartier Ballon Bleu, but I can absolutely promise you that your choice of watch will have nothing whatsoever to do with your plan for no children! I do not see that at all. It just happens to have a quartz version in 28mm and 33mm, with diamond markers or Roman numerals. I just think it's a much nicer watch than the Ronde Solo, more feminine and compatible with VCA.
It is certainly fine if you do not like the Cartier Ballon Bleu, but I can absolutely promise you that your choice of watch will have nothing whatsoever to do with your plan for no children! I do not see that at all. It just happens to have a quartz version in 28mm and 33mm, with diamond markers or Roman numerals. I just think it's a much nicer watch than the Ronde Solo, more feminine and compatible with VCA.
Dear, I have considered this in a smaller size since I like small size watches. I just think quartz watches are more reliable in terms of telling time but the majority of people think that better put a bit more on a mechanic watch.
Yes, I also think that I can get both the lotus earrings and the watch if I spend less on a watch like instead of getting a Breguet, get another watch from another brand.
I wish VCA could put the markers in the inner circle of their Alhambra watch or Charmed watches, this way, I don't need to think.
My feeling is that if you don't value a mechanical watch, there is no purpose in paying for that. I will admit my Cartier Tank Francaise is quartz. I do not wear a watch daily (and I have other watches), and I don't have to worry about winding and resetting a mechanical watch every time I wear it (or else having to buy a watch winder and finding a place to keep it!). I have also read that quartz is the most accurate. So just because some of us prefer certain brands or certain movements does not mean you have to get those, including what I have recommended! I did want to add that even though I prefer the Ballon Bleu, I do think the 29mm Ronde Solo is an attractive watch and would seem to meet your needs. I think the most important thing is that you like the style to wear with your VCA jewelry! But honestly, I wouldn't want to wear Alhambra earrings, necklace, bracelet, and watch all at the same time, so I prefer a non-VCA watch (for a daily wear watch), personally. The JLC Rendez-vous 29mm is similar in style to the round Cartier watches with an art deco look and much higher price for the automatic.
Stainless Steel Ladies Watch Automatic, self-winding Rendez-Vous Night & Day Small 3468110 | Jaeger-LeCoultre
Watch, Rendez-Vous Night & Day Small, JLQ3468110, Stainless Steel, 29 mm, Round, Hour - Minute, Day/Night indicator, Seconds
Thank you so much for your suggestions. I will definitely go to look at all the brands that the members recommended here.My feeling is that if you don't value a mechanical watch, there is no purpose in paying for that. I will admit my Cartier Tank Francaise is quartz. I do not wear a watch daily (and I have other watches), and I don't have to worry about winding and resetting a mechanical watch every time I wear it (or else having to buy a watch winder and finding a place to keep it!). I have also read that quartz is the most accurate. So just because some of us prefer certain brands or certain movements does not mean you have to get those, including what I have recommended! I did want to add that even though I prefer the Ballon Bleu, I do think the 29mm Ronde Solo is an attractive watch and would seem to meet your needs. I think the most important thing is that you like the style to wear with your VCA jewelry! But honestly, I wouldn't want to wear Alhambra earrings, necklace, bracelet, and watch all at the same time, so I prefer a non-VCA watch (for a daily wear watch), personally. The JLC Rendez-vous 29mm is similar in style to the round Cartier watches with an art deco look and much higher price for the automatic.
Stainless Steel Ladies Watch Automatic, self-winding Rendez-Vous Night & Day Small 3468110 | Jaeger-LeCoultre
Watch, Rendez-Vous Night & Day Small, JLQ3468110, Stainless Steel, 29 mm, Round, Hour - Minute, Day/Night indicator, Secondswww.jaeger-lecoultre.com
I have a lot to think about because I wear my watch every day but won't wear the lotus earrings daily, according to cost per wear theory, it seems like a watch is a better investment in my life. I don't plan to sell neither my jewelry nor my watch. It is just for self enjoyment. So maybe I shouldn't think too much?
Thank you for your suggestions and the MOD shot. I will check it out in the store. I like this style more than the happy diamond.
The thing is I need a watch to tell time in my daily life.I have a feeling you should stop having this headache and get them lotus earrings. Check the time on your phoneand get what you love!
I loove the Cartier Ronde Solo 29mm with the darker red leather strap.
It is going to be really difficult to find a luxury brand 28mm-31mm watch with an automatic movement that isn't Rolex.
It is going to be really difficult to find a luxury brand 28mm-31mm watch with an automatic movement that isn't Rolex.
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These few days, I have been busy looking at all the styles from many brands on their website. Yes, noticed this style you mentioned.
Another nice brand that has a 27.4mm quartz version in many configurations is the Omega Prestige DeVille. (The automatics start at 32.7mm).
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De Ville Prestige Watches for Womens - All Collection | OMEGA US®
Discover all the watches of the De Ville Prestige Collection and buy your favorite watch online on the Official OMEGA® Website. Enjoy these authentic and reliable timepieces as well the impeccable OMEGA® service for your online purchase!
Another nice brand that has a 27.4mm quartz version in many configurations is the Omega Prestige DeVille. (The automatics start at 32.7mm).
De Ville Prestige Watches for Womens - All Collection | OMEGA US®
Discover all the watches of the De Ville Prestige Collection and buy your favorite watch online on the Official OMEGA® Website. Enjoy these authentic and reliable timepieces as well the impeccable OMEGA® service for your online purchase!
The 32.7mm ones are quite nice!
@eletons, I've not read through this whole thread, so am not sure of all the specs you're after, but the Hermes Arceau is available in 28mm. It's a simple and elegant design. Their straps come with quick release pins, so are easy to swap. Hermes carries other smaller watches, as well. I love the diamond Cape Cod, too. Good luck with your search!