I know similar questions have been asked... I am sorry. I just keep changing my mind. Would you get (all preloved) Rolex, Hermes Kelly, Cartier love bracelet. For reference I don't own a watch or anything Hermes or Cartier. Thank you so much for your help. I can only get one.
Rolex or Cartier love or Hermes Kelly
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I'm a BIG Hermes fan - however - I do feel that a nice watch is an excellent staple for anyone to own - particularly if it's gold.
My thought on the Cartier is that it should be given to you buy someone you love, to either celebrate your love, or a special occasion. Yes, it has become a fashion piece, but, perhaps save the Cartier for a special occasion?
It's much easier to get a good deal on preloved Cartier and Rolexes, however, it's a toss-up with preloved Hermes. There are plenty of things to look for, and there is plenty of advice about this in the Hermes sub-forum.
Would the Kelly be something you would feel comfortable wearing regularly? I imagine the Rolex or the Cartier might ... Something else to consider.
Also consider - you'll probably end up buying all of the above over the next few years (I understand your dilemma all too well [emoji6]) ... What can wait? What does your heart of hearts yearn for?
My thought on the Cartier is that it should be given to you buy someone you love, to either celebrate your love, or a special occasion. Yes, it has become a fashion piece, but, perhaps save the Cartier for a special occasion?
It's much easier to get a good deal on preloved Cartier and Rolexes, however, it's a toss-up with preloved Hermes. There are plenty of things to look for, and there is plenty of advice about this in the Hermes sub-forum.
Would the Kelly be something you would feel comfortable wearing regularly? I imagine the Rolex or the Cartier might ... Something else to consider.
Also consider - you'll probably end up buying all of the above over the next few years (I understand your dilemma all too well [emoji6]) ... What can wait? What does your heart of hearts yearn for?
Thank you. You are right about the love bracelet. I have learned my husband would never go and do something like that on his own. When I want something it's just best to get it. I spent years where I didn't buy anything and just waited for gifts and one day woke up and realized that was silly. The same amount of money was getting spent but on things I never really wanted and I would never get what I did want. So I'll skip the love. As for the Rolex vs the Kelly. I am torn. I feel I should probably get the Kelly. I have spent a lot of time researching. However the Rolex can be worn all the time and I can just glance down and admire it. I know these aren't real problems but I probably won't get the other for a while because in a short time we will have to start paying for college for my oldest so I wont be doing an frivolous spending for a while.
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I totally get it! I'm glad you're take things into your own hands now! If the funds are there now - get yourself something to enjoy, admire, and make yourself feel special!
Whatever you choose to do - please, please, please make sure you're taking all the precautions to protect yourself from buying a fake / something not as described. I've had great experiences buying "preloved" but others on this forum have not.
On a lighter note, what kind of Kelly / Rolex do you have in mind? [emoji4]
Rolex because it is something you could wear everyday. The love bangle is too permanent and I could not justify spending so much on any bag.
Difficult decision between Kelly and Rolex because like you, I love beautiful handbags and watches. I vote for Rolex because you can use it daily. But something to consider - can you purchase the kelly now and suggest the rolex to your husband as an future gift in place of other smaller gifts?
Rolex because you can wear it all the time. BUT, I have a Rolex and a Love and I don't think it's necessary that you be "gifted" a Love. If you love it, get it. I haven't taken mine off in the 2 1/2 years I've owned and couldn't be happier with it. I think you can't go wrong with a Love or Rolex...but I'd skip the bag since the jewelry can be worn all the time.