Everyone hates it but me...
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Who would hate that?! Bad people, that's who!
I've had people comment on my love for skull jewelry and scarves (I'm an AMQ freak). I've been called "unfeminine" and all kinds of stuff because of my skull/rocker/pinup combo makes people scratch their heads. Others say, "Only YOU can get away with that."
Bottom line is I like the idea of marrying feminine beauty with skulls or something biker/harsh because I find the juxtaposition interesting philosophically. I don't really care if someone doesn't get it because odds are I wouldn't want to dress like them either.
OMG those McQueen skulls in the ad above (the banner that's been up all week on this site) are FREAKING me out! LOL - I WISH I liked skulls b/c I think those scarves are SO cool - but I cannot look at them they scare me!
No I'm pretty conservative about my jewelry... but I definitely have some dresses that my husband hates! LOL!
Your bracelet is beautiful Doreen! I think if you love it, you shouldn't let other people prevent you from enjoying it.
I can see why some people might not like it (I'm not big on the sparkly pieces), but I think the colors are gorgeous! I think it's one of those pieces that would grow on me or that I would see in person on someone and fall in love with. Overall though, it's definitely a piece that is unique and has character to it---it doesn't look like something you're going to see on EVERYONE, I like that about it!
Thanks for sharing doreenjoy. I think the bracelet is unique and, as it so happens, GORGEOUS. I can't take my eyes off those cabs, they look like they are glowing.
These days, the only person whose opinion I ask is DH. And even then, there is plenty that I own and wear that he hates. My favorite piece of advice I've ever received from a shopowner - We were once shopping for embroidered pashminas in nepal and I asked DH for his opinion on a particularly ornate one. When he gave me a lukewarm reply, the shop owner earnestly retorted: "You're the one that has to wear it, not him." I bought that one.
You and I have different expectations of our jewelry. I have a near-draconian obsession with jewelry - I will buy pieces just because they are silly or make me smile. And if I only wear them once, that's fine as long as they amuse me (and I can resell them at a fair profit if I need to). I want to be a minimalist - about once a year, I threaten to go minimalist - but in reality, I'm a diamond hoarder.
I have some pieces my friends hate - and that is why I bought them. They are distinctive, and they engendered a strong reaction Sometimes, I get bored with those pieces, and find new homes for them. But for the most part, I'm happy with my weird jewelry
How often would you wear your bracelet around the people who dislike it? Are they the sort to comment? And would you feel uncomfortable if they do?
I think the bracelet is beautiful. It reminds me of deco jewelry - complex geometry, bold style. However, it also reminds me of a precious version of Dominque Aurentis. Would they quality of it delight you? Or would you be frustrated by the "that's ____?" that you get?
I have some pieces my friends hate - and that is why I bought them. They are distinctive, and they engendered a strong reaction Sometimes, I get bored with those pieces, and find new homes for them. But for the most part, I'm happy with my weird jewelry
How often would you wear your bracelet around the people who dislike it? Are they the sort to comment? And would you feel uncomfortable if they do?
I think the bracelet is beautiful. It reminds me of deco jewelry - complex geometry, bold style. However, it also reminds me of a precious version of Dominque Aurentis. Would they quality of it delight you? Or would you be frustrated by the "that's ____?" that you get?
Thanks, everyone. I really appreciate your taking the time to give me feedback.
I agree with much of what you've said. Unusual jewelry is like a work of art. It doesn't take much to appreciate the classic pieces, but the offbeat is an acquired taste.
Here are pics; click the thumbnails for Gigantour versions. The faceted stones are sapphires/emeralds/rubies and amethysts; the big cabochons are rose quartz, moonstone, and prasiolite.
Oh...My...Gosh! I LOVE it! I hope you bought this beauty. It's like a little piece of magic with miniature fortune teller's crystal balls. I could see sitting at a restaurant table and telling people's fortunes by looking into the quartz and moonstones in my bracelet.
I don't really notice if my friends like or dislike my jewelry. It may seem strange, but if they do comment it's not something that my memory tends to retain or reflect upon. Being hard of hearing also helps.
Thanks for sharing doreenjoy. I think the bracelet is unique and, as it so happens, GORGEOUS. I can't take my eyes off those cabs, they look like they are glowing.
These days, the only person whose opinion I ask is DH. And even then, there is plenty that I own and wear that he hates. My favorite piece of advice I've ever received from a shopowner - We were once shopping for embroidered pashminas in nepal and I asked DH for his opinion on a particularly ornate one. When he gave me a lukewarm reply, the shop owner earnestly retorted: "You're the one that has to wear it, not him." I bought that one.
Oh, I love those shop owners! They really know how to work it.
Thanks, everyone. I really appreciate your taking the time to give me feedback.
I agree with much of what you've said. Unusual jewelry is like a work of art. It doesn't take much to appreciate the classic pieces, but the offbeat is an acquired taste.
Here are pics; click the thumbnails for Gigantour versions. The faceted stones are sapphires/emeralds/rubies and amethysts; the big cabochons are rose quartz, moonstone, and prasiolite.
I love that! I love cabochon, but I know many ppl don't like it.
My friends made fun of my cabochon rubies I got from my PIL for my engagement. Who cares? I like it and I know they don't have any rubies therefore I believe they are just jealous.
I think it's really lovely and very ethnic looking which is a plus in my book.
No one outside my industry likes my jewellery because it's big chunky 'in your face' with thick heavy gold and bold designs - but I've never warmed to thin gold rings or pretty girly designs - in fact everyone I know always use the same words 'that's different' - charming .
But that's good because then it doesn't become the 'everyone is wearing it' piece.
Lily I like the 'they are just jealous' thought - they may not understand the design but they recognise that it's expensive!
No one outside my industry likes my jewellery because it's big chunky 'in your face' with thick heavy gold and bold designs - but I've never warmed to thin gold rings or pretty girly designs - in fact everyone I know always use the same words 'that's different' - charming
.But that's good because then it doesn't become the 'everyone is wearing it' piece.
Lily I like the 'they are just jealous' thought - they may not understand the design but they recognise that it's expensive!
Thank you again for sharing your thoughts and opinions.
Thanks. It's not crazy expensive, but it's more than I usually spend on 'statement' pieces. I think that's part of the problem I'm having deciding...if it was costume, I'd have it in a minute because who cares if you wear costume only a few times? With real stuff, I need to get more use out of it to feel good about the purchase.
You know me so well, Vintage. You know my obsession with having a "lean, mean" collection. I need to use every piece often in order to feel like it was a good buy.
I don't think my friends would comment on the piece negatively after I have it. A couple of friends whose taste I trust have told me they like it, and that the colors go well in my wardrobe.
Interesting. I hadn't made the connection, but I see some similarities. To me it's more similar to Bulgari mixed with...something.
I never answer questions about where I got pieces or how much they cost (unless the questions are from tPFers) so that part wouldn't bother me.
Thanks, Sue. I haven't bought it yet...but I think I'll do it soon.
Thanks. It's not crazy expensive, but it's more than I usually spend on 'statement' pieces. I think that's part of the problem I'm having deciding...if it was costume, I'd have it in a minute because who cares if you wear costume only a few times? With real stuff, I need to get more use out of it to feel good about the purchase.
You know me so well, Vintage. You know my obsession with having a "lean, mean" collection. I need to use every piece often in order to feel like it was a good buy.
I don't think my friends would comment on the piece negatively after I have it. A couple of friends whose taste I trust have told me they like it, and that the colors go well in my wardrobe.
Interesting. I hadn't made the connection, but I see some similarities. To me it's more similar to Bulgari mixed with...something.
I never answer questions about where I got pieces or how much they cost (unless the questions are from tPFers) so that part wouldn't bother me.
Thanks, Sue. I haven't bought it yet...but I think I'll do it soon.
I really do love cabochons...and we so rarely see them these days. It's one of the reasons I like this piece. I'm sure your rubies are fabulous.
