Wow wow wow! This looks stunning on you! I love the mix of pearls and how they were layered/twisted. The pearls themselves also glow. It's beautiful! So gorgeous! Thanks so much for sharing.
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Hello all! 
I received my 50mm “Round” pendant a few days ago and have been mulling. It’s absolutely gorgeous as an object. But, the scale is quite large, so it feels overwhelming on me worn short. I do think it would look beautiful worn long, and because it’s quite heavy, it hangs so nicely. But worn long, I also see this easily getting dinged up, and I think so much of its beauty is the highly polished sculptural shape. And I less frequently wear long pendant necklaces. So, I think all considered, not the best match for me.
Including this photo for size reference.
Keychain Bean (converted to pendant), 50mm Round pendant, and large Starfish pendant
I received my 50mm “Round” pendant a few days ago and have been mulling. It’s absolutely gorgeous as an object. But, the scale is quite large, so it feels overwhelming on me worn short. I do think it would look beautiful worn long, and because it’s quite heavy, it hangs so nicely. But worn long, I also see this easily getting dinged up, and I think so much of its beauty is the highly polished sculptural shape. And I less frequently wear long pendant necklaces. So, I think all considered, not the best match for me.Including this photo for size reference.
Keychain Bean (converted to pendant), 50mm Round pendant, and large Starfish pendant
It is beautiful! I definitely agree with you. It has to fit your body.Hello all!
Including this photo for size reference.
Keychain Bean (converted to pendant), 50mm Round pendant, and large Starfish pendant
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I think it's beautiful! I love the clean, yet sculptured lines. It will make a great statement piece. Can you buy a longer silk cord and lengthen it?Hello all!
Including this photo for size reference.
Keychain Bean (converted to pendant), 50mm Round pendant, and large Starfish pendant
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I don't think it will get dinged up a lot, and if it does, Tiffany can buff it. I have several bottle necklaces., and they are on a long chain. I am used to wearing long neckalce, and the secret is to pretend like you're wearing a tie. I work in a conservative environment, male-domainated. One day, we were at lunch, and a gentleman had to reach over and pick up something. I saw up just automatically bend his left hand to block his tie from falling over, almost like second nature to him. That was my ah ha moment! The secret to wearing long necklaces is pretend you have a tie on!
I think that disc is so bold and elegant. Yet, because it is round and lines are curvy, it is so feminine.
It's also very different than the bean and starfish, so I would say it's not a dupe.
But you have to love it of course. Maybe see if a longer silk cord changes your view. Good luck!
Yes, I think so, too. And, if I have to think too much about a piece, the answer is usually clear! It's on its was back now.
Many thanks for your thoughts, appreciated! I love the tie trick, I'm going to try to remember to do that when wearing my long necklaces. I agree, it's a gorgeous, bold, statement piece. For some reason, just not for me right now. I pulled out my silver Cushion bangle (that we both have) to see if it would complement the large disc (I didn't think so). I usually love that bangle, but just didn't as much at the moment. So maybe I'm just going through a phase of liking bold less on me right now.
I can always try the large disc again at some time, and won't be crushed if later it's not available. But, was fun to give it a try. I'd love if they offered it some pale lacquer colors, I think that would be a better match for me.I watched a great and shallow movie recently... Crazy About Tiffany's.
Watch Crazy About Tiffany's | Prime Video (amazon.com)
Some reviews said it was self-promoting, shallow, and all about celebrities and bling. I almost dismissed the movie thinking it would be too shallow. I am so glad I watched it...I loved it! Yes, it's shallow with people oogling over Tiffany pieces, but to me, that was the whole point and why it was so fun. The first part talks about Tiffany in general and the jewelry.. wow!
The later part has small sections on the designers, and they highlight Elsa Peretti and Schlumberger. I really enjoyed those sections.
One person was wearing both the giant red bean necklace and the red bangle at the same time.
Anyway, I wanted to share in case anyone is interested. A very fun movie to me!
Watch Crazy About Tiffany's | Prime Video (amazon.com)
Some reviews said it was self-promoting, shallow, and all about celebrities and bling. I almost dismissed the movie thinking it would be too shallow. I am so glad I watched it...I loved it! Yes, it's shallow with people oogling over Tiffany pieces, but to me, that was the whole point and why it was so fun. The first part talks about Tiffany in general and the jewelry.. wow!
The later part has small sections on the designers, and they highlight Elsa Peretti and Schlumberger. I really enjoyed those sections.
One person was wearing both the giant red bean necklace and the red bangle at the same time.
Anyway, I wanted to share in case anyone is interested. A very fun movie to me!
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Thanks for sharing! I have a vague memory of possibly seeing this in the past. Will definitely watch, and welcome a chance for some shallow oogling right now!
I read in the LV TIffany thread Tiffany is going to discontinue all silver and home. I find that hard to believe, especially Peretti. If it is true, I'm kind of bummed. I've been surfing to see what else I need before the pieces get discontinued.
True or not... I want to share this catchall tray. It's classic Tiffany, and I love the color.
Just FYI in case anyone might be interested to use this to put your pieces. I use this when I travel, and it just puts a smile on my face. Not to mention, it's so turquoise blue, I'll never forget to pack my bling when I check out!
Catchall tray in Tiffany Blue® leather. | Tiffany & Co.
True or not... I want to share this catchall tray. It's classic Tiffany, and I love the color.
Just FYI in case anyone might be interested to use this to put your pieces. I use this when I travel, and it just puts a smile on my face. Not to mention, it's so turquoise blue, I'll never forget to pack my bling when I check out!
Catchall tray in Tiffany Blue® leather. | Tiffany & Co.
Nope, I’m calling BS on that. LVMH or not, that aren’t that stupid. Of course I say that knowing full well what Federated/Macys did to Magnins et al but I have some hope left…I read in the LV TIffany thread Tiffany is going to discontinue all silver and home. I find that hard to believe, especially Peretti. If it is true, I'm kind of bummed. I've been surfing to see what else I need before the pieces get discontinued.
True or not... I want to share this catchall tray. It's classic Tiffany, and I love the color.
Just FYI in case anyone might be interested to use this to put your pieces. I use this when I travel, and it just puts a smile on my face. Not to mention, it's so turquoise blue, I'll never forget to pack my bling when I check out!
Catchall tray in Tiffany Blue® leather. | Tiffany & Co.
I hope not! I also would think the Peretti foundation would sue due to breach of contract. We'll see.
I can’t imagine them getting rid of all silver- especially Peretti. Maybe they scale back a lot- like on the amount of silver open hearts and Bean- but not everything. Bottom line is that most of Tiffany’s bread and butter is silver. The markup on it is way higher than anything else. I looked at the price of the 10 mm bead bracelet the other day and it was over $400. I remember when that piece was $80- yes $80. I paid $100- yes- $100 for the graduated bead necklace 19 years ago. The current price is $625. Granted that was a long time ago but inflation and materials did not increase 5-6x. In comparison I bought the .14 DBTY in yellow gold 16 years ago (I’m aging myself here ladies
) for $550 and the current retail is $1300. That is less than a 2.5x markup.
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I tend to agree with you. I just googled to check on the terms of the new Peretti contrac that was signed in 2012. The term is 20 years. I can't believe Tiffany will terminate, as I am sure there are termination penalties.I can’t imagine them getting rid of all silver- especially Peretti. Maybe they scale back a lot- like on the amount of silver open hearts and Bean- but not everything. Bottom line is that most of Tiffany’s bread and butter is silver. The markup on it is way higher than anything else. I looked at the price of the 10 mm bead bracelet the other day and it was over $400. I remember when that piece was $80- yes $80. I paid $100- yes- $100 for the graduated bead necklace 19 years ago. The current price is $625. Granted that was a long time ago but inflation and materials did not increase 5-6x. In comparison I bought the .14 DBTY in yellow gold 16 years ago (I’m aging myself here ladies
I agree with you on the pieces. Some of the Peretti pieces keep going up in price, especially the iconic ones.
I do hope they will make some Peretti pieces in white gold. I would die for a Bone Cuff and Bottle Necklace, both in white gold.
I always loved this look and wished i could pull it off (alas i do not have the body for it) x
I bet you could pull off multiple DBTY necklaces! You would just have to figure out the right lengths for you.