Does anyone feel like VCA is everywhere now?

[sassification]

This bracelet is gorgeous. I am definitely going to check out the stores since there is a bunch of them in HK and I am running out of things to buy at VCA that I love. I do feel Alhambra is over done here and the opera tulle is a good alternative/complement.

Yes it looks wayyy better in person as pics cannot capture the glistening effect.. also the engravings around the diamond is soo beautiful and intricate that pics cannot do it justice

Same, for various reasons , i have run out of things that I want from VCA atm

 

[sassification]

Yeah my relatives in Asia be telling me the same thing! I heard it started off with some high profile celebs in mainland China wearing them, and now a ton of people are talking about this brand on xiao hong shu/red book. They have some unique and intricate designs, definitely worth looking into!


I love the marci 5mm bangle on you! It looks so classy and when look up close, the small details are amazing. their tulle collection is a dream, but agreed on the price points...one day...

Thank you! U r so right! The intricacy of the buccellati logo can only be better appreciated in person and up close!

The tulle rings, are gorgeous... maybe one day......

 

[sassification]

Oxford definition of basic:
Forming an essential foundation or starting point, fundamental.
When did that become a bad thing? Basic is something necessary and fundamental to my wardrobe. I wear some vca practically everyday and almost every piece I own can be worn with t-shirt, jeans, sweats, business casual or dressy. Basic is useful and practical. That not only works for me but at these prices is a requirement. So I will stick with these “basic” and beautiful VCA pieces regardless of who else is wearing them. What does that have to do with me anyway? I am not one not to wear something just because someone else has the same thing. Millions of women have diamond studs. I’m not going to stop wearing mine because you have yours on.

This is true- i still carry and love my LV neverfull MM, even though it is a very common bag. Its just so functional and hardy that I dont care if it is super basic and everyone else is wearing it lol

Alhambra is very common, but i still love it and wont stop wearing it!

 

[lynne_ross]

Yes it looks wayyy better in person as pics cannot capture the glistening effect.. also the engravings around the diamond is soo beautiful and intricate that pics cannot do it justice

Same, for various reasons , i have run out of things that I want from VCA atm

I popped into one of the stores today as I was near it. No stock on single opera earrings and barely any macri bracelets. SA said due to boarder opening and more visitors shopping. I tried on the two motif earrings and really loved the single size. The yellow gold is a strong yellow so I will be adding rose gold pair to my list.
I saw 3 seperate woman wearing vca Alhambra single pendant necklaces as I was walking through mall to store. I was wearing my blue agate set too (with plaid shirt and jeans) and the SA complimented it. While common it is still beautiful. But I am happy to venture into more brands.

 

[GraffS]

I see crowds of women with VCA jewelry. Crowds! Sometimes a whole group of women with same style bracelets and necklaces.

 

[SDC2003]

To clarify my comment - the word “basic” as used in todays slang from dictionary.com:

“basic characterizes someone or something as unoriginal, unexceptional, and mainstream. A basic girl—or basic ***** as she is often insulted—is said to like pumpkin spice lattes, UGG boots, and taking lots of selfies, for instance.”

My use of the word basic was to mean mainstream (of course vca is original). Basic pieces can be classics. I own a ten motif vintage necklace and a perlee clover bangle. And sure they look nice whether dressed up or down. But as I see more of these items irl, they’ve become less exceptional to me.

 

[EpiFanatic]

To clarify my comment - the word “basic” as used in todays slang from dictionary.com:

“basic characterizes someone or something as unoriginal, unexceptional, and mainstream. A basic girl—or basic ***** as she is often insulted—is said to like pumpkin spice lattes, UGG boots, and taking lots of selfies, for instance.”

My use of the word basic was to mean mainstream (of course vca is original). Basic pieces can be classics. I own a ten motif vintage necklace and a perlee clover bangle. And sure they look nice whether dressed up or down. But as I see more of these items irl, they’ve become less exceptional to me.

HI @SDC2003 , thank you for explaining your usage of the word. I did understand that you employed the modern, slang definition. I was more taking issue with this modern definition. Why would it become an "insult" just because something is "unoriginal, unexceptional, and mainstream" (Rhetorical question). My point was that there are good reasons why something becomes ubiquitous, because of certain features such as usefulness, beauty, practicality. For an example, a crisp white collared shirt is "unoriginal, unexceptional, and mainstream" and thus basic. In this case, basic is wonderful. It can be worn with anything, goes with most jewelry, is neat, clean and flattering. I do not subscribe to the modern definition.

However, I understand you mean that you're saying it is mainstream. I can understand your point because it is all about perception. If you see it everywhere where you live, then it is mainstream to you. And I respect your desire to have pieces that are less seen in your daily life. I wish you luck with finding brands and pieces that you love and are less common. Buccellati has not saturated the market the way VCA has and their pieces are lovely. Boucheron? Graff? RDG? Vintage or antique pieces from any of these houses would probably be hard to find in daily life.

Edited to add, I hope you keep wearing your pieces. 10 motifs and clover bangles I would venture to guess are less commonly seen VCA pieces and they are so beautiful. It would be a pity for them not to see the light of day.

 

[SDC2003]

HI @SDC2003 , thank you for explaining your usage of the word. I did understand that you employed the modern, slang definition. I was more taking issue with this modern definition. Why would it become an "insult" just because something is "unoriginal, unexceptional, and mainstream" (Rhetorical question). My point was that there are good reasons why something becomes ubiquitous, because of certain features such as usefulness, beauty, practicality. For an example, a crisp white collared shirt is "unoriginal, unexceptional, and mainstream" and thus basic. In this case, basic is wonderful. It can be worn with anything, goes with most jewelry, is neat, clean and flattering. I do not subscribe to the modern definition.

However, I understand you mean that you're saying it is mainstream. I can understand your point because it is all about perception. If you see it everywhere where you live, then it is mainstream to you. And I respect your desire to have pieces that are less seen in your daily life. I wish you luck with finding brands and pieces that you love and are less common. Buccellati has not saturated the market the way VCA has and their pieces are lovely. Boucheron? Graff? RDG? Vintage or antique pieces from any of these houses would probably be hard to find in daily life.

Edited to add, I hope you keep wearing your pieces. 10 motifs and clover bangles I would venture to guess are less commonly seen VCA pieces and they are so beautiful. It would be a pity for them not to see the light of day.

Hi @EpiFanatic I understood your point. And we are each entitled to our own opinions. As I explained there are things out there that can be basic but are classics like a Chanel classic flap. I enjoy what I have but likely won’t be buying anymore vintage or perlee. I also noted that I thought certain lines had become basic. Not all of vca. Regardless, I am gravitating more toward purchasing jewelry that is not mainstream. It doesn’t have to be from a fashion house to be appreciated and to be considered luxury. Christie’s and Sotheby’s have been auctioning some wonderful pieces lately that are unbranded. I have been very surprised how some exquisite pieces have gone for far below retail. My comments were not intended to be an insult. Again my own thoughts and this is a forum in which people should be able to express how they feel about something even if unpopular.

 

[EpiFanatic]

Hi @EpiFanatic I understood your point. And we are each entitled to our own opinions. As I explained there are things out there that can be basic but are classics like a Chanel classic flap. I enjoy what I have but likely won’t be buying anymore vintage or perlee. I also noted that I thought certain lines had become basic. Not all of vca. Regardless, I am gravitating more toward purchasing jewelry that is not mainstream. It doesn’t have to be from a fashion house to be appreciated and to be considered luxury. Christie’s and Sotheby’s have been auctioning some wonderful pieces lately that are unbranded. I have been very surprised how some exquisite pieces have gone for far below retail. My comments were not intended to be an insult. Again my own thoughts and this is a forum in which people should be able to express how they feel about something even if unpopular.

Yes, I agree with you. Everyone should be allowed to express their own opinions, share their own unique experiences, and have their own individual priorities. I hope you will find pieces you love. The auctions do offer lovely pieces.

 

[nicole0612]

Yes!!! I only have/had pieces from the vintage Alhambra collection. I have sold most of my necklaces. I had two 10 motifs which I used to connect together and the 6 motif magic with the white, gray MOP and onyx. When I sold them they were everywhere. (thank you Real Housewife franchise!! ) I've only kept my single motif earrings and ring. I am no longer into the multi motif, I like the paired down pieces. I am looking to get a single MOP pendant soon.

I have never seen the housewives, but of course I am aware of the series. About a year ago a woman sent me a series of PMs through a FB VCA group asking to purchase a turquoise item if I would consider selling it. I did not, but much later on I realized that she is one of the housewives! When I see her referenced in other places online I am reminded and it always seems so odd and funny to me.

 

[sassification]

Yes

I popped into one of the stores today as I was near it. No stock on single opera earrings and barely any macri bracelets. SA said due to boarder opening and more visitors shopping. I tried on the two motif earrings and really loved the single size. The yellow gold is a strong yellow so I will be adding rose gold pair to my list.
I saw 3 seperate woman wearing vca Alhambra single pendant necklaces as I was walking through mall to store. I was wearing my blue agate set too (with plaid shirt and jeans) and the SA complimented it. While common it is still beautiful. But I am happy to venture into more brands.

Thats right, even my only local Buccellatti store shared that there will be a 8 mths wait for the 5mm macri 10 diamond bangle in size 15 at least


Ooh wld love to see ur Opera earrings. I dont buy luxury earrings as I prefer very basic earrings atm or big hoops, like fashion hoops. I like to swap them around

 

[unhly_msqurade]

I have never seen the housewives, but of course I am aware of the series. About a year ago a woman sent me a series of PMs through a FB VCA group asking to purchase a turquoise item if I would consider selling it. I did not, but much later on I realized that she is one of the housewives! When I see her referenced in other places online I am reminded and it always seems so odd and funny to me.

Now I'm dying to know which one!

 

[snnysmm]

To clarify my comment - the word “basic” as used in todays slang from dictionary.com:

“basic characterizes someone or something as unoriginal, unexceptional, and mainstream. A basic girl—or basic ***** as she is often insulted—is said to like pumpkin spice lattes, UGG boots, and taking lots of selfies, for instance.”

My use of the word basic was to mean mainstream (of course vca is original). Basic pieces can be classics. I own a ten motif vintage necklace and a perlee clover bangle. And sure they look nice whether dressed up or down. But as I see more of these items irl, they’ve become less exceptional to me.

Oh god, I am SO basic except substitute selfies with baby pics! And not gonna lie, I DO love those ankle Uggs. I get so much use out of them haha.

The way I see it, I spent $$$$ on them (and if not me, somebody else), so I better love them and wear them, basic or not.

 

[NY2LA]

Now I'm dying to know which one!

I’m not the OP but I was in that FB group and saw her inquiring about turquoise. It’s Tiffany from Dallas.

 

[unhly_msqurade]

I’m not the OP but I was in that FB group and saw her inquiring about turquoise. It’s Tiffany from Dallas.

Thank you!