What?! I'd just sell it off because it's obviously no longer doing the job it's supposed to do.
Like my car, my last boyfriend...etc.
"Leave the bracelet, take the cannoli"
If you were between sizes on the love bracelet....
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What?! I'd just sell it off because it's obviously no longer doing the job it's supposed to do.
Like my car, my last boyfriend...etc.
"Leave the bracelet, take the cannoli"
Like a lot of others, I debated between 16 & 17 for a long time. Went with the 17 and am so glad I did. I would've felt claustrophobic in the 16.
OK. Now I'm the one who's ambivalent. Two days ago, I went into my Cartier store again looking at the new thin LOVE bracelet (they didn't have my size), the SA recommended the 15 for me. My wrist size is 13.5-14. And 15 seems to work fine.
I tried on the 16, figuring this is a more popular choice, but it "rotates" around the wrist. All these sizes are tried on with the classic LOVE as they didn't have them in the thin.
And where I live, it's mid summer, scorching heat and humidity. So if you were me, which size would you choose? 15 or 16?
I tried on the 16, figuring this is a more popular choice, but it "rotates" around the wrist. All these sizes are tried on with the classic LOVE as they didn't have them in the thin.
And where I live, it's mid summer, scorching heat and humidity. So if you were me, which size would you choose? 15 or 16?
My two cents: I have 1 classic Love and 1 thin Love. Both in size 17. The thin does feel looser. It can easily rotate around my wrist whereas I have to really push and force the classic to rotate (I'm in between 16 and 17). So if you are going for the thins, highly recommend you going for size 15. Perhaps as they are thinner they are just easier to move around the wrist than classic.dont get me wrong, I really like the fit and look, but still think the 15 won't be too tight on you in thin. Shame they didn't have any for you to try out!!
Thank you SO much for your detailed response and photos. You're a gem. I understand now. I was kind of feeling the same way, but no one verbalize it clearly the way you did. Classic is thicker so it's harder to rotate, meanwhile Thin is thinner so it'll be easier to move around the wrist. Now my mind is set on the 15. It's September and I really want to treat myself this Christmas!
You are so welcome! For sure if the classic 16 love is loose on you, the thin 15 will be perfect for you Glad the photos helped! As I got my classic first in a 17, I purchased my thin to stack with it also in 17. However if I was buying thins only, I would totally go down a size to 16. It is so much looser on me than the classic in the same size! Can't wait to see pics of your thins when you get them -- be sure to post
Glad the photos helped! As I got my classic first in a 17, I purchased my thin to stack with it also in 17. However if I was buying thins only, I would totally go down a size to 16. It is so much looser on me than the classic in the same size! Can't wait to see pics of your thins when you get them -- be sure to post
Thank you SO much for your detailed response and photos. You're a gem. I understand now. I was kind of feeling the same way, but no one verbalize it clearly the way you did. Classic is thicker so it's harder to rotate, meanwhile Thin is thinner so it'll be easier to move around the wrist. Now my mind is set on the 15. It's September and I really want to treat myself this Christmas!
did you go with the larger or smaller size?
Are you happy with your decision?
TIA
larger!
Sorry if it's already been asked! What's the name of the other bracelet you're wearing? it's so pretty!
Thank you ! It’s a Van Cleef and Arpels 5 motif Vintage Alhambra yellow gold bracelet. Got it for my 5 year anniversary a few months back, pretty durable solid gold.
Thank you SO much for your detailed response and photos. You're a gem. I understand now. I was kind of feeling the same way, but no one verbalize it clearly the way you did. Classic is thicker so it's harder to rotate, meanwhile Thin is thinner so it'll be easier to move around the wrist. Now my mind is set on the 15. It's September and I really want to treat myself this Christmas!
I'll just give you one more thing to think about though.... I've had my love bracelet for many years now, and am very happy that I went up slightly when deciding, rather than down. Here's why: For one, it is more comfortable. My friends that bought their bracelets and went down rarely wear them any more because ultimately it doesn't feel good day after day to have the screw backs poking one's wrist. They told me that over time their wrist got sore. Since there was so little "play" in the bracelet, there was no way to change where the screws settled. If I'm wearing mine and it is hot and sticky, or my wrist or arm is puffy for whatever reason, I can move my bracelet around and get some relief. It doesn't spin around like a bangle, but it will definitely turn if I turn it. If you're planning to wear it every day forever, I'd go up. I am really glad I did, because I know I'd never wear it if I didn't. I know the SAs say the smallest possible size is "correct," but it just isn't very comfortable. I also think a slightly roomier bracelet looks more graceful. Congratulations and good luck!
