Wow, this has been such a good thread to follow and read. Pardon me for not chiming in yet. Every time someone writes something I think, "what great advice, that's what I would want to say so what would I say that would be any different?" But then someone else writes something else really good. The ladies here are so fantastic and have given such thoughtful and meaningful advice.
Here is my little contribution. I have purchased the bracelet. I love it just as much now in my possession as I did when I first saw pictures of other people wearing it. Along with the Alhambra line it was one of the most beautiful designs that I loved from VCA. So, in answer to your question, it is as beautiful in person as it is in pictures.
Before I spent the money I scoured other brands and wanted to be sure I loved this bracelet the most. For me, it was the best choice. It has a nice balance of a beautiful design that looks like it will stand the test of time, feminine without being too feminine and modern yet vintage looking that will forever be a classic for me.
I have made many mistakes by being impulsive and being caught up in the moment (Hermes) and now I am paying the price for it as I begin to downsize and let go many of my impulsive purchases. Now before I buy I step back and see if I still love it days later and am still thinking about it before I buy.
You have been thinking about this bracelet for so long so clearly this is no longer an impulsive buy. Also, money does not seem to be an issue. So I would say the next step is for you to make the trip, try it on to not only to see if you still love it as much in person as you thought but also to make sure the size is right. Sometimes the chase and the dream is half the fun as the buying so go in, take as much time as you need and evaluate how you feel. Then the answer will come to you and after that all you can do is enjoy wearing it. Being able to buy and own it is not enough. You must use it. Then it will all be worthwhile.
Good luck and look forward to hearing what the verdict is. At this point it's all good no matter what you decide.
p.s. I had to go back and edit because I didn't realize how wordy I got. Sorry for the long post.
Here is my little contribution. I have purchased the bracelet. I love it just as much now in my possession as I did when I first saw pictures of other people wearing it. Along with the Alhambra line it was one of the most beautiful designs that I loved from VCA. So, in answer to your question, it is as beautiful in person as it is in pictures.
Before I spent the money I scoured other brands and wanted to be sure I loved this bracelet the most. For me, it was the best choice. It has a nice balance of a beautiful design that looks like it will stand the test of time, feminine without being too feminine and modern yet vintage looking that will forever be a classic for me.
I have made many mistakes by being impulsive and being caught up in the moment (Hermes) and now I am paying the price for it as I begin to downsize and let go many of my impulsive purchases. Now before I buy I step back and see if I still love it days later and am still thinking about it before I buy.
You have been thinking about this bracelet for so long so clearly this is no longer an impulsive buy. Also, money does not seem to be an issue. So I would say the next step is for you to make the trip, try it on to not only to see if you still love it as much in person as you thought but also to make sure the size is right. Sometimes the chase and the dream is half the fun as the buying so go in, take as much time as you need and evaluate how you feel. Then the answer will come to you and after that all you can do is enjoy wearing it. Being able to buy and own it is not enough. You must use it. Then it will all be worthwhile.
Good luck and look forward to hearing what the verdict is. At this point it's all good no matter what you decide.
p.s. I had to go back and edit because I didn't realize how wordy I got. Sorry for the long post.
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