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HADASSA said:
I also shop with a Neiman’s VCA DSA and the short answer to your question is NO. They now have to wait for pieces to arrive at their boutique, with no prior knowledge of what items are expected in.

If you need a piece, it has to be paid for in full for it to be brought in. I don’t believe in such a case it can be returned (I could be misinformed here).

As much as I love shopping with my NM DSA, if there is a special piece you really want and are scared of another price increase, I think you should explore the STAND-ALONE option.
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Thank you for the response. I texted my NM SA. If he doesn’t get back to me, I will head to the nyc boutique. Has anyone stopped in lately? How is the stock?
 
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jyyanks said:
Thank you for the response. I texted my NM SA. If he doesn’t get back to me, I will head to the nyc boutique. Has anyone stopped in lately? How is the stock?
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Things are replenishing slowly as per an SA I communicate with. She is very responsive even on her day off if you need a referral. And my NM VCA DSA responds in seconds :flowers:
 
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HADASSA said:
Things are replenishing slowly as per an SA I communicate with. She is very responsive even on her day off if you need a referral. And my NM VCA DSA responds in seconds :flowers:
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If you have an NYC boutique SA, would you be willing to PM me their contact info? I want to buy a 5 motif bracelet and there are no locations in my state. I'm going to ask about an SO for hammered WG but if that's not possible I'll figure out a different 5 motif to purchase from the boutique.
 
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My SA at NM brings in items from other stores. It usually takes her a few days. I’m in Southern California and she’s brought in different sizes/colors for me to view and buy. She’s shipped to my home before as well but I usually prefer to pick up in person.
 
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condor999 said:
My SA at NM brings in items from other stores. It usually takes her a few days. I’m in Southern California and she’s brought in different sizes/colors for me to view and buy. She’s shipped to my home before as well but I usually prefer to pick up in person.
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Does she do this without you having to pay for the piece(s) IN FULL prior to viewing?
 
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kaybbc said:
Inventory seems low. Everytime i go to store. They will tell me I can only special order them.... cause they only have stock for display.
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When buying earrings from VCA, are you given a new pair or are you expected to purchase the stock that is on display?
I’m interested in the VA guilloche earrings so different colours/sizes isn’t really an issue :confused1:
 
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lilpikachu said:
When buying earrings from VCA, are you given a new pair or are you expected to purchase the stock that is on display?
I’m interested in the VA guilloche earrings so different colours/sizes isn’t really an issue :confused1:
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I guess this depends on the stock. If there are two on hand, I would definitely ask to get the one that's still wrapped in that plastic covering (that's how I know it's untouched). Or if there is only one on hand, you can ask for the next shipment. Most SA will be happy to comply with those requests. It's just nowadays, with stock being somewhat low, it might take some time for new replenishments to come in. But if you have time and are willing to wait, I don't see why not wait for a fresh piece.
 
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ThisVNchick said:
I guess this depends on the stock. If there are two on hand, I would definitely ask to get the one that's still wrapped in that plastic covering (that's how I know it's untouched). Or if there is only one on hand, you can ask for the next shipment. Most SA will be happy to comply with those requests. It's just nowadays, with stock being somewhat low, it might take some time for new replenishments to come in. But if you have time and are willing to wait, I don't see why not wait for a fresh piece.
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Thanks for replying hun! I would definitely wait for a fresh piece :yes:
 
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lilpikachu said:
When buying earrings from VCA, are you given a new pair or are you expected to purchase the stock that is on display?
I’m interested in the VA guilloche earrings so different colours/sizes isn’t really an issue :confused1:
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Hey hun, definitely wait for a fresh piece!

I had the same issue when I got mine they only had the display ones available, she offered to polish them up for me however I still decided to wait for a fresh pair.

I just prefer the feeling of a completely untouched piece, luckily it only took 3 weeks before a new piece arrived.

This could probably be bit longer now as this was back in aug/sep.

Cant wait to see your unboxing:love:
 
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Mjxxsyd said:
Hey hun, definitely wait for a fresh piece!

I had the same issue when I got mine they only had the display ones available, she offered to polish them up for me however I still decided to wait for a fresh pair.

I just prefer the feeling of a completely untouched piece, luckily it only took 3 weeks before a new piece arrived.

This could probably be bit longer now as this was back in aug/sep.

Cant wait to see your unboxing:love:
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Hello friend! :hugs:Thank you for sharing your experience! Did you pay for your earrings upfront and just get a call to collect them?

I didn’t know if I was just being picky but I’m glad that it’s totally normal to request a fresh pair. I too would want a completely untouched piece because given how much you are spending, I do not want a display piece.

Sadly no unboxing for a while... still on ban island... unless VCA decide to do another price increase this year and I’m forced to buy early :sad:

I have been thinking about the 5 motif guilloche bracelet though! Would you get yours shortened?
 
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lilpikachu said:
Hello friend! :hugs:Thank you for sharing your experience! Did you pay for your earrings upfront and just get a call to collect them?

I didn’t know if I was just being picky but I’m glad that it’s totally normal to request a fresh pair. I too would want a completely untouched piece because given how much you are spending, I do not want a display piece.

Sadly no unboxing for a while... still on ban island... unless VCA decide to do another price increase this year and I’m forced to buy early :sad:

I have been thinking about the 5 motif guilloche bracelet though! Would you get yours shortened?
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I think it is a very common request, I’m always like that even when it comes to handbags. Definitely get a brand new piece it just feels more special :)

My SA insisted that it was best to pre pay a pair however since I wanted them for a specific occasion just a month and half later I said I would rather wait and see if any inventory would come through in the coming weeks and pay then. Luckily she got me a pair very shortly after as 2 pair arrived.

Yea I am also hoping no price increase for the next months as I’m also trying to stay good until my birthday in May so I can get the guilloche 5 motif bracelet, I was told just last week when I was in store that there was a huge waiting list for this piece and that I would most likely have to pre pay, I guess I’ll try my luck for a second time :yahoo:

I am so looking forward twinning our sets at the end of this year *hopefully* :love::smile::flowers:
 
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