Need help for wedding day gift for my future wife

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#46
Sorry sizing is not my area of expertise. But hopefully by bumping this someone else might be able to help.

I do know by reading the forums here that some people like to wear them tight (as it was originally designed to be) and other people prefer a looser fit so that they can get it off without the supplied screwdriver and then some people seem to like it just a little bit bigger so that it can go further up their arm. Would you happen to know her preference?
 
#47
I think the 16 would probably fit her well, 17 is the average size, according to the SA I worked with, and it sounds like your GF is smaller than average.

The Love Bracelet would be an AMAZING wedding gift. Seriously.

Good luck tomorrow!
 
#48
futurehusband said:
Also I searched online for size 16 white gold bracelets and found some much cheaper. I understand you have to be careful for fake ones or used ones, but is it worth looking into? Some pictures show the Cartier bag and box, etc. to show it's real. Is it worth going that route to save a lot of money?
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Funny that you mention that because I had the preowned idea all typed up having come across several preowned ones in my qwest for a Van Cleef Alhambra Necklace. I just did not know if you or your future bride would be opposed to it. If you do decide to go that route, I know that you can take it into Cartier and have it polished for free and a deep polish for $$. With the deep polish it comes back in almost new condition (they supposedly can get all the scratches except for the VERY deep ones), however, I do not know what your time frame is.
 
#50
LeeMiller said:
I would get diamond hoop earrings. I know some people love the Cartier bangle, but honestly it gets stratched and I wouldn't be comfortable sleeping in it myself. Another idea might be a nice watch, like a Cartier tank.
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I totally agree with LeeMiller here - a big stone right hand ring, or diamond bracelet, or diamond hoops/studs (whichever she wears the most), or a diamond pendant is what I would prefer - I seem to be in the minority about wearing the Cartier bracelet all the time (esp at night) - I would not want to. (A nice watch is also a brill idea.)

Plus, the Cartier bracelet has such significance - "put it on to signify our marriage, never take it off" - it could be heavy symbolism - UNLESS your future wife LOVES the Cartier Love Bracelet - in which case, my comments prolly don't apply. :smile1:

Another thing, if you get diamonds, usually the store will upgrade for you over the years, which is nice if you want to take advantage of the option.

Can't wait to hear what you get her - what a sweetie for asking and caring so much to post a thread to really get it right.
 
#52
Agreed. Since it is a wedding gift, I would recommend purchasing it from a Cartier boutique for peace of mind. That way, you'll know for sure it's not a fake and you'll also be able to exchange it if, for whatever reason, you need to.

I am so excited you are leaning towards this. It is, for sure, a chunk of money to spend, but it is such a gift to give her on your wedding day.
 
#53
Did you say it had to be a surprise? I think it is best to take her into Cartier to try on Love bracelets and get the exact size. Also, see if she favors any particular color gold or style (bangle vs cuff) and then if she loves it - surprise her on wedding day! But I would only make such a large purchase directly from Cartier store. And I'd also be 100% sure as to the exact one she wants/likes. Good Luck!
 
#54
Futurehusband- I guess I missed you via pm and now it is probably too late for you
you to remove the date. However, I would check with a moderator maybe they can still do something for you.

If you are rethinking, please check into the Tiffany's Elsa Peretti diamonds by the yard collection, it comes in silver and platinum as yellow as yellow gold. I consider it a staple piece that I think you cannot go wrong with as it is also timeless. There are a lot of choices single pendant, multiple same size diamonds on a long necklace, 3 same size diamonds on a 18" necklace, 5 same size diamonds on a 18" necklace, and than there are matching diamonds bracelets, earrings (I *love* mine and wear them every day) and within the last couple of years they have used single gems (rubies, blue and pink sapphires, emeralds and aquamarines) and pearls in place of the diamonds. So options abound in that line.


http://www.tiffany.com/shopping/Cate...spx?cid=297647
 
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#55
Tbbjb, I went and look at the neckleses, buy I don't know for sure from her talking about things she like that she doesn't want a neckles, she does wear them that often. She would definitly prefer a bracelet. I want Otto be a surprise but very concerned about the size I get for some reason not fitting. For color and style, I'm 100% sure she would want white gold and the bracelet over the bangle.
 
#56
Bracelet over bangle? I am confused. Are you talking about the Cartier love bangle versus the Cartier love cuff or the diamonds by the yard bracelet? Maybe you should go with your first initial gut thought, the right hand ring. Or earrings. Both of these are easier to buy. My husband gave me a pair of pearl studs the morning of our wedding (well, technically it was my sister as we followed the whole superstitious thing about not seeing the bride before the wedding) and I was so touched. They are very classic and I wear them for special occasions. Pearls are yet another idea and I have bought from americanpearl.com and been extremely pleased with their quality. However, the are very traditional and you would need to know if she would look good with a rose or silver overtone (It depends on her sikn color).

Did anyone suggest the silver amethyst sugar stack ring:
http://www.tiffany.com/Shopping/Ite...+1-p+4-c+-r+-x+-n+6-ri+-ni+0-t+sugar&search=1

or the amethyst sparkler ring (It comes in large too.):
http://www.tiffany.com/Shopping/Ite...p+4-c+-r+-x+-n+6-ri+-ni+0-t+amethyst&search=1

Check out http://www.gemvara.com
It is a customizable fine jewelry site. They will make any of their pieces in amethyst, diamond, silver, white gold or platinum and they show what it will look like as well as what the new price would be with your changes.

Another idea is a charm bracelet that you can personalize with charms that have a special meaning for both of you and she can add to later, however I do not think that that is something for her to wear on her wedding day. I would recommend Tiffany's or for a more personalized look, Heather Moore:
http://heathermoorejewelry.com/products/Charm-Bracelets

Something more everyday might be diamond stud earrings if she does not have those yet. I have the DBTY ones and wear them every day. They are definitely a staple and many ladies on this forum have a few pairs in different size and/or cuts.

Just an FYI, I am not affiliated with any jewelry sites that I posted. Just giving futurehusband some more ideas.
 
#57
Katel, at least someone agrees with me! lol, I was feeling so alone... :)

Anyways, I think Tiffany's diamonds by the yard collection is very overpriced. Just my opinion and I do jewelry from there that paricular collection is something I'd go elsewhere for. I do really like the new key collection though, very cute.

Here are some earrings I have that I think are a great buy. Lots of bling for the buck.

http://www.costco.com/Browse/Produc...ang=en-US&Sp=C&ec=BC-EC36121-Cat56641&topnav=
 
#59
I really like the sparkler cocktail ring, they have it in her size 4. I might strongly consider that. Thanks. The other ring I like too, but not sure it's big enough to be a cocktail ring and they don't sell it in size 4.
 
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