Luckily my collection has grown at sometime people are distracted by other things and don't notice my "Kylie Jenner" bracelet right away [emoji23]
Dealing with Others when Wearing Jewelry
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Luckily my collection has grown at sometime people are distracted by other things and don't notice my "Kylie Jenner" bracelet right away [emoji23]
Something funny did happen regarding my love pieces recently, I had on my ring and bracelet and someone at work said "is that one of those rings Kylie Jenner wears" and "I just said yeah it the same thing" and she just said "I can't believe you would spend 2k on that, but it's nice"...what made me laugh was that a few inches up my arm was a significantly higher priced piece and it wasn't even mentioned lol
It's so interesting to see this discussion here. I'm a newlywed who has experienced several uncomfortable moments recently as well. As some people are drawn to my wedding set because of size, I'm personally drawn to it genuinely for an entirely different, very meaningful reason. When we first got engaged, I spotted a ring in a window display that I loved and called it my dream ring. I never even asked for it and went on to choose a very simple and practical diamond band as our engagement ring. The band was beautiful to me, and I was totally ecstatic about it. Long story short, I unexpectedly fell very ill during the wedding planning and ended up enduring open-heart surgery and fighting for my life across the country from home, with him by my side throughout. The whole journey set us back over a year and bonded us beyond words. Anyways, after I was in the clear, he surprised me with that same dream ring from the window, rededicated himself and his proposal to me, and we cut the hoopla and got married in a simple courthouse ceremony. Sorry for the saga
The point I'm trying to explain here is that when I look at my rings, regardless of what they look like, they are symbolic to me of so much more than just our wedding day. To me, it is a symbol of what we overcame together. With all that meaning behind it, I get extra offended when people react rudely. I have experienced everything from the aunt asking if she can "borrow it to wear to a party", to the dental assistant actually trying to pull it off my finger to try on (while I'm in the chair in the middle of having work done!!), to all the very hurtful "I can see why you married him" comments. DH is my prince charming in many ways, none of which have anything to do with jewelry, and I would adore him just the same ring-or-no-ring. I am typically very shy and non-confrontational, so when these moments occur, I am too busy being uncomfortable to say anything to them. It makes me quite sad that I have actually recently been thinking that I may be better off just parking the ring in the safe and not wearing it at all anymore, simply because it has put me in so many awkward situations. Apparently jewelry can instigate quite the experiment in human psychology, am I right ladies?
What an amazing story, I hope you are doing much better health wise now, wishing you and your love a long life full of joy and health.
I wear quite a bit of jewellery (for my age and for Europe):
L: (2tone w diamond markers) Rolex, mini love bracelet, diamond eternity (each stone is 0.2 ct) ring
R: yg love bracelet, hermes behapi, yg cartier juste in clou ring
1.8 tcw diamond stud earrings (sometimes with their jackets) and sometimes a necklace.
A lot of this jewelry has sentimental value for me and while my hands/wrists attract quite a few stares, whenever the eternity ring or Rolex twinkles at me, it always makes me smile as it brings back memories ❤️
L: (2tone w diamond markers) Rolex, mini love bracelet, diamond eternity (each stone is 0.2 ct) ring
R: yg love bracelet, hermes behapi, yg cartier juste in clou ring
1.8 tcw diamond stud earrings (sometimes with their jackets) and sometimes a necklace.
A lot of this jewelry has sentimental value for me and while my hands/wrists attract quite a few stares, whenever the eternity ring or Rolex twinkles at me, it always makes me smile as it brings back memories ❤️
I had to laugh at some of these posts.
When I worked I wore a lot of nice jewelry...hell, that's why you buy it, to wear. One particular gal would always comment as soon as I got on the plane. Grabbed my hand/wrist, looked me over and asked if I got any new pieces. Then asked how much everything cost. I doubled the price just to freak her
out
When I worked I wore a lot of nice jewelry...hell, that's why you buy it, to wear. One particular gal would always comment as soon as I got on the plane. Grabbed my hand/wrist, looked me over and asked if I got any new pieces. Then asked how much everything cost. I doubled the price just to freak her
out
Unless I'm wearing jewels that resemble the ones the queen/ local museum lost. I don't see why anyone should care what I wear. Joking aside, I think commenting on how big or small or how expensive or cheap other's jewelleries or clothes are is really rude.
THIS is why I love you!I had to laugh at some of these posts.
When I worked I wore a lot of nice jewelry...hell, that's why you buy it, to wear. One particular gal would always comment as soon as I got on the plane. Grabbed my hand/wrist, looked me over and asked if I got any new pieces. Then asked how much everything cost. I doubled the price just to freak her
out
When people ask about stuff I am wearing I usually tell them it was a gift from my boyfriend, this way I avoid price questions. I avoid discussions like "how would someone spend so many €€€€ on a bag or .... " - there are people who will never understand. And they probably spend their money in things I wouldn't spend a penny on. And that's fine 
On the other hand I've seen girls wearing all their jewelry at once hanging on them like on a Christmas tree, that's when imo they ask for starring people and stupid questions and shouldn't be surprised.
On the other hand I've seen girls wearing all their jewelry at once hanging on them like on a Christmas tree, that's when imo they ask for starring people and stupid questions and shouldn't be surprised.
I had quite a few questions when I got engaged, as we were 22 at the time. The worst people would ask me if I liked the design (lol), if my husband proposed with a style I liked (lol) and if my diamonds were fake (why would someone say this, beyond me).
I don't mind if people ask "that's so nice where did you get it?", as I'm happy to share where I got it from and if the sales service was good. I quite often say the same thing to people if I like their piece and I might want to purchase from the same brand/designer. It is a way of bonding with other people, and discussing neutral topics.
There is a negative side when people discuss how much you paid and whether it was 'worth it'. I usually say something like "price and value are not the same thing" and "everyone makes their own choices". I think price is not something to be discussed. You can say 'I don't remember' or it was a gift, or that you won it as a prize.
Some people have negative comments no matter what the topic is. Don't worry about it. Other peoples opinions on your life don't matter, just keep swimming
I don't mind if people ask "that's so nice where did you get it?", as I'm happy to share where I got it from and if the sales service was good. I quite often say the same thing to people if I like their piece and I might want to purchase from the same brand/designer. It is a way of bonding with other people, and discussing neutral topics.
There is a negative side when people discuss how much you paid and whether it was 'worth it'. I usually say something like "price and value are not the same thing" and "everyone makes their own choices". I think price is not something to be discussed. You can say 'I don't remember' or it was a gift, or that you won it as a prize.
Some people have negative comments no matter what the topic is. Don't worry about it. Other peoples opinions on your life don't matter, just keep swimming
Strangers have approached, commented about liking my jewelry.
And, mostly older women, sometimes touch my rings.
Just a finger-tap. And a smile.
I find it weird.
But not threatening. Just moths drawn to fire.
A sincere sort of weird.
Worst experience was mother's friend hounding me.
To sell her jewelry piece I inherited.
Weeks after my mother's death.
Since, as she explained, "You won't wear it much."
Stranger comments NEVER have been so knife-edge self-centered & cruel, honestly.
And, mostly older women, sometimes touch my rings.
Just a finger-tap. And a smile.
I find it weird.
But not threatening. Just moths drawn to fire.
A sincere sort of weird.
Worst experience was mother's friend hounding me.
To sell her jewelry piece I inherited.
Weeks after my mother's death.
Since, as she explained, "You won't wear it much."
Stranger comments NEVER have been so knife-edge self-centered & cruel, honestly.
I'm dumbfounded by her complete callousness. So sorry for your loss.
Thanks
Was many years ago.
But still remember. And still think, "What a b**ch."
Also, still have jewelry piece.
I love this! Depending on my mood, I have freaked out people by saying outrageous things ... like oh it's a fake, it fell off the truck...the face reactions are so worth it.I had to laugh at some of these posts.
When I worked I wore a lot of nice jewelry...hell, that's why you buy it, to wear. One particular gal would always comment as soon as I got on the plane. Grabbed my hand/wrist, looked me over and asked if I got any new pieces. Then asked how much everything cost. I doubled the price just to freak her
out