Mini Baignoire

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Aside from the tarnishing drama (which is quite concerning but hopefully a rare occurrence for VCA?) I don’t know how difficult the 10-motif guilloche necklace is to obtain, but the Baignoire bangle is quite difficult to get, so I would probably add that one to my collection first, if I had the chance. Also because there are rumors of a potentially significant price increase on that style (and others) in the coming days/weeks … I’m not familiar with VCA’s price increase schedule/item availability/etc., but now seems like a good time to buy any Cartier pieces on our wishlists to potentially “save” some money by buying at the current price … and then perhaps applying that “savings” to future wishlist items (girl math, lol)! 😂
I don’t believe there’s any recent discussion about a VCA price increase here but I saw on FB that someone mentioned their SA confirmed a price increase next month at VCA too!
 
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Aside from the tarnishing drama (which is quite concerning but hopefully a rare occurrence for VCA?) I don’t know how difficult the 10-motif guilloche necklace is to obtain, but the Baignoire bangle is quite difficult to get, so I would probably add that one to my collection first, if I had the chance. Also because there are rumors of a potentially significant price increase on that style (and others) in the coming days/weeks … I’m not familiar with VCA’s price increase schedule/item availability/etc., but now seems like a good time to buy any Cartier pieces on our wishlists to potentially “save” some money by buying at the current price … and then perhaps applying that “savings” to future wishlist items (girl math, lol)! 😂
You are so right. My SA contacted me a month ago about its availability and I can’t believe I decided to pass. I regret doing that. The guilloche takes 4-6 months to arrive and last year I believe that their price increase was in June or end of May. But usually their price increase is not very huge but I am not now sure given what is happening to the price of gold.
 
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You are so right. My SA contacted me a month ago about its availability and I can’t believe I decided to pass. I regret doing that. The guilloche takes 4-6 months to arrive and last year I believe that their price increase was in June or end of May. But usually their price increase is not very huge but I am not now sure given what is happening to the price of gold.
Oh wow! I didn’t realize the guilloche took that long to arrive; so it sounds like a similar situation to the baignoire. I think the baignoire is still probably a bit rarer of the two styles, and I’ve heard (unconfirmed) rumors that it may be discontinued to make room for other Cartier styles, but honestly, who knows? Hopefully your SA is able to get another one for you, soon! Good luck deciding which one to go after first; you honestly can’t go wrong with either option. ✨
 
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I don’t believe there’s any recent discussion about a VCA price increase here but I saw on FB that someone mentioned their SA confirmed a price increase next month at VCA too!
Oh wow, thank you for sharing! So basically, it’s an expensive time to be a luxury lover, no matter what brand we’re shopping! 😂
 
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So gorgeous on you with your stack. Very elegant.
I am on the fence trying to decide to get it or not. I was all set to get the VCA 10 motif guilloche necklace but with all the tarnishing drama that was going on, I am deciding whether to go ahead with the VCA purchase or get the Baignoire yg bangle instead.
Thank you so much! I’m biased, but my vote goes to the baignoire. It’s a functional jewelry piece that I feel would get more use of the 2 options. I have also heard rumors of the mini baignoire being discontinued, but who knows if that’s even true.
 
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Got mine today. I’m so in love with it. Feels like the picture doesn’t do justice at all. The design looks so timeless and this will be an heirloom piece for me for sure. My SA said the price increase will be between 5-40% depends on each item (in US). As for Baignoire she doesn’t know yet how much exactly.
 

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You are so right. My SA contacted me a month ago about its availability and I can’t believe I decided to pass. I regret doing that. The guilloche takes 4-6 months to arrive and last year I believe that their price increase was in June or end of May. But usually their price increase is not very huge but I am not now sure given what is happening to the price of gold.
Honestly I was also going to purchase the 10 motif guilloche but went for the Baignoire first because I don’t have a watch yet. Got mine today finally and I absolutely recommend this to everyone. Depends on what your priority is as both are around the same price and both are pure gold.
 
I could use some help. I purchased a love bracelet in store last week and on a whim tried on the mini baignoire before I left. I really liked it. It felt feminine and elegant, but also substantial and eye catching. With the upcoming price increase I feel pressure to make the purchase quickly even though I hadn’t been planning on it. I’m trying to rationalize my way in or out of it! So, what would you do? View attachment 6158229View attachment 6158230
I would get the watch instead of the love bracelet unless you really want a love bracelet. I have one and after a few years I took it off and I don't feel feel like putting it back on because it's not possible to take it on and off depending on my mood and my outfits. With this watch however I feel like you get a similar look of a clean line of thick gold on your wrist, but you're able to take it on and off and also it's functional as a watch!
I still love the look and style of the love bracelet, but I really want the flexibility of styling my stacks. If I was making this purchase now, I'd rather get this watch. Just some food for thought and some eye candy from my recent visit to the boutique 🙂
 

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