Share Your Latest VCA Purchase

[BigAkoya]

I almost never post mod shots as I stink at taking photos and am on the shy side when it comes to photos.
That said, I just have to share a recent favorite item!
Some of you might know my love for striped tops with shorts. Well, striped tops are not only for the summer!
Below is my new favorite striped cashmere top. I wear it with skinny jeans. I love it so much, I ordered two!

But wait.. there's more... my new WG Clover arrived today.
It fits looser than I remember, and I love it! @glamourbag , I am so glad we talked about this, and I went with the medium like you. Thank you!

My arm doesn't look like a log as it did when I tried it on. If it does, I'm in denial as I love the bangle so much, I can't see my log arms. Who cares anyway as it's all about the bling! Here are photos of the bracelet with the Lotus and Frivole. I also did a closeup of the bangle to show how loose it fits.

 

[A bottle of Red]

I almost never post mod shots as I stink at taking photos and am on the shy side when it comes to photos.
That said, I just have to share a recent favorite item!
Some of you might know my love for striped tops with shorts. Well, striped tops are not only for the summer!
Below is my new favorite striped cashmere top. I wear it with skinny jeans. I love it so much, I ordered two!

But wait.. there's more... my new WG Clover arrived today.
It fits looser than I remember, and I love it! @glamourbag , I am so glad we talked about this, and I went with the medium like you. Thank you!

My arm doesn't look like a log as it did when I tried it on. If it does, I'm in denial as I love the bangle so much, I can't see my log arms. Who cares anyway as it's all about the bling! Here are photos of the bracelet with the Lotus and Frivole. I also did a closeup of the bangle to show how loose it fits.

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All beautiful pieces; i love the frivole ring on you!

 

[lvmon]

I almost never post mod shots as I stink at taking photos and am on the shy side when it comes to photos.
That said, I just have to share a recent favorite item!
Some of you might know my love for striped tops with shorts. Well, striped tops are not only for the summer!
Below is my new favorite striped cashmere top. I wear it with skinny jeans. I love it so much, I ordered two!

But wait.. there's more... my new WG Clover arrived today.
It fits looser than I remember, and I love it! @glamourbag , I am so glad we talked about this, and I went with the medium like you. Thank you!

My arm doesn't look like a log as it did when I tried it on. If it does, I'm in denial as I love the bangle so much, I can't see my log arms. Who cares anyway as it's all about the bling! Here are photos of the bracelet with the Lotus and Frivole. I also did a closeup of the bangle to show how loose it fits.

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Congratulations!
Do enjoy them in good health
Thank you for posting, great to see how they can be worn with casual outfits.
And I love how you styled with your frivole !
VCA white gold is the best…

 

[glamourbag]

I almost never post mod shots as I stink at taking photos and am on the shy side when it comes to photos.
That said, I just have to share a recent favorite item!
Some of you might know my love for striped tops with shorts. Well, striped tops are not only for the summer!
Below is my new favorite striped cashmere top. I wear it with skinny jeans. I love it so much, I ordered two!

But wait.. there's more... my new WG Clover arrived today.
It fits looser than I remember, and I love it! @glamourbag , I am so glad we talked about this, and I went with the medium like you. Thank you!

My arm doesn't look like a log as it did when I tried it on. If it does, I'm in denial as I love the bangle so much, I can't see my log arms. Who cares anyway as it's all about the bling! Here are photos of the bracelet with the Lotus and Frivole. I also did a closeup of the bangle to show how loose it fits.

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YESSSSS! Look how beautiful this is on you! NO LOG visible. There is no such thing on this beautiful wrist! I think the medium size is flattering. I bet your SA encouraged you do a small and by the chart you are but I find when the bangle is a bit looser (not sloppy loose but with visible room) it offers a flattering effect to the wrist. I am glad you are happy with this. It was meant to be with you.
Heavens that Clover looks good with the Lotus and Frivole ring doesn't it?! Wow!

EDIT: I forgot to tell you I love the colours on this cashmere sweater! I love finding items I love so much that two of them is justified! Win win.

 

[lynne_ross]

I almost never post mod shots as I stink at taking photos and am on the shy side when it comes to photos.
That said, I just have to share a recent favorite item!
Some of you might know my love for striped tops with shorts. Well, striped tops are not only for the summer!
Below is my new favorite striped cashmere top. I wear it with skinny jeans. I love it so much, I ordered two!

But wait.. there's more... my new WG Clover arrived today.
It fits looser than I remember, and I love it! @glamourbag , I am so glad we talked about this, and I went with the medium like you. Thank you!

My arm doesn't look like a log as it did when I tried it on. If it does, I'm in denial as I love the bangle so much, I can't see my log arms. Who cares anyway as it's all about the bling! Here are photos of the bracelet with the Lotus and Frivole. I also did a closeup of the bangle to show how loose it fits.

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It looks so beautiful on you and goes well with both rings (…enabler!). I have a medium too and mine fits similar to yours. Like a true bangle. I think you will find that the loose fit works really well with sweaters as mine will typically go over the sweaters or at minimum stay out near the hand. Whereas a tight fit will sit under the sweater and you will never see in the winter. Enjoy!

 

[BigAkoya]

YESSSSS! Look how beautiful this is on you! NO LOG visible. There is no such thing on this beautiful wrist! I think the medium size is flattering. I bet your SA encouraged you do a small and by the chart you are but I find when the bangle is a bit looser (not sloppy loose but with visible room) it offers a flattering effect to the wrist. I am glad you are happy with this. It was meant to be with you.
Heavens that Clover looks good with the Lotus and Frivole ring doesn't it?! Wow!

You are 100% correct. My SA said I am a small, no doubt. The small did fit on me without any problem.
However, like you, I prefer movement, and I think a looser bangle is more flattering to the wrist as you said.
I would say it's similar to the too-tight-ring "sausage finger" problem. The medium is the perfect look for me. Thanks for the nudge on that size.

 

[glamourbag]

You are 100% correct. My SA said I am a small, no doubt. The small did fit on me without any problem.
However, like you, I prefer movement, and I think a looser bangle is more flattering to the wrist as you said.
I would say it's similar to the too-tight-ring "sausage finger" problem. The medium is the perfect look for me. Thanks for the nudge on that size.

100% agree.

 

[BigAkoya]

It looks so beautiful on you and goes well with both rings (…enabler!). I have a medium too and mine fits similar to yours. Like a true bangle. I think you will find that the loose fit works really well with sweaters as mine will typically go over the sweaters or at minimum stay out near the hand. Whereas a tight fit will sit under the sweater and you will never see in the winter. Enjoy!

My vote for you is a second Clover. I really like the Lotus with the Clover, and you already have the Lotus.
Plus, since you mix metals, you could wear both Clovers at the same time. Two Clovers won't be too heavy at all since these are not wide bangles. My husband loves the Clover, and he says it looks "delicate and dainty." Delicate is okay, but I gave him the evil eye and told him it's not dainty, it's art! (he is probably used to seeing my other bangles which are bolder).

I think two Clovers look great if you can deal with the jingle, which I can't just yet. Hence, I don't stack bangles. Maybe one day I'll get over the jingle and get a second Clover. I do love the two matchy matchy bracelet look.

 

[DS2006]

I almost never post mod shots as I stink at taking photos and am on the shy side when it comes to photos.
That said, I just have to share a recent favorite item!
Some of you might know my love for striped tops with shorts. Well, striped tops are not only for the summer!
Below is my new favorite striped cashmere top. I wear it with skinny jeans. I love it so much, I ordered two!

But wait.. there's more... my new WG Clover arrived today.
It fits looser than I remember, and I love it! @glamourbag , I am so glad we talked about this, and I went with the medium like you. Thank you!

My arm doesn't look like a log as it did when I tried it on. If it does, I'm in denial as I love the bangle so much, I can't see my log arms. Who cares anyway as it's all about the bling! Here are photos of the bracelet with the Lotus and Frivole. I also did a closeup of the bangle to show how loose it fits.

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This is my favorite bangle in the whole world and one of my very favorite VCA pieces (which I do not own)! I am SO glad you got it since it works so well with your collection! It looks FINE on your lovely arm (which doesn't remotely resemble a log!!!). Congrats on this great addition!

 

[tenshix]

I almost never post mod shots as I stink at taking photos and am on the shy side when it comes to photos.
That said, I just have to share a recent favorite item!
Some of you might know my love for striped tops with shorts. Well, striped tops are not only for the summer!
Below is my new favorite striped cashmere top. I wear it with skinny jeans. I love it so much, I ordered two!

But wait.. there's more... my new WG Clover arrived today.
It fits looser than I remember, and I love it! @glamourbag , I am so glad we talked about this, and I went with the medium like you. Thank you!

My arm doesn't look like a log as it did when I tried it on. If it does, I'm in denial as I love the bangle so much, I can't see my log arms. Who cares anyway as it's all about the bling! Here are photos of the bracelet with the Lotus and Frivole. I also did a closeup of the bangle to show how loose it fits.

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Gorgeous pairings and I’m so happy you got the WG Clover!! It’s such a work of art along with your Lotus and Frivole truly just *chef’s kiss* Congratulations @BigAkoya, just fabulous!

 

[hers4eva]

I almost never post mod shots as I stink at taking photos and am on the shy side when it comes to photos.
That said, I just have to share a recent favorite item!
Some of you might know my love for striped tops with shorts. Well, striped tops are not only for the summer!
Below is my new favorite striped cashmere top. I wear it with skinny jeans. I love it so much, I ordered two!

But wait.. there's more... my new WG Clover arrived today.
It fits looser than I remember, and I love it! @glamourbag , I am so glad we talked about this, and I went with the medium like you. Thank you!

My arm doesn't look like a log as it did when I tried it on. If it does, I'm in denial as I love the bangle so much, I can't see my log arms. Who cares anyway as it's all about the bling! Here are photos of the bracelet with the Lotus and Frivole. I also did a closeup of the bangle to show how loose it fits.

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All is stunningly gorgeous

 

[Deleted member 626500]

Well, based on what you wrote... I say return it and here is why:

- Yes, people will think it's a knockoff design or even a fake. You rarely see Pure, it's not popular, and the all gold Pure design is not iconic. If this point bothers you, return it.
- You speak of the bracelet that you have loved for years, yet you went with this necklace. The necklace seems to an impulse purchase. Perhaps you bought it because it was used and within your budget to get a "necklace", thinking you would get more bang for the buck vs. a new bracelet. Maybe I am wrong, but think about why you bought this necklace when you've been dreaming of the bracelet. For me, I would only buy what I love, and I stick to my list.
- If you plan to collect other VA pieces, I would for sure return and get VA pieces. My gut feels says you may tire of this Pure all gold after a while, especially if you plan to get other Vintage Alhambra pieces.

If you poo poo-d what I wrote above and say no way, I love this necklace, then yes, you do... keep it!
For me, VCA is too expensive to settle or impulse buy based on getting a good deal for something you may not love. In the end, it's what you love, regardless of other's opinions, including mine. Jewelry is 100% personal preference.

Good luck in your decision! I am sure you will dream of VCA! I dream of VCA at night too... I think of other pieces that will fit in my collection, and it's so much fun!

Agree 110% + .

We all buy by price. Reading between the lines, it may be that you bought this because it was a more affordable option. However, don't compromise. If what you really want is the guilloche or hammered gold or WMOP necklace but bought this instead, then return it and wait until you can afford what you really want.
If you keep this knowing it's not quite right, it's not going to quench that thirst. You will still want the other piece, but it will be that much more unattainable. I say wait.
And as a giant aside, I'm not a fan of the pure alhambra. It's gold, but to my eye, isn't particularly expressive or interesting. It's very plain. @BigAkoya hit the nail on the head when she wrote about the beaded border, and the guilloche finish of the vintage Alhambra and the guilloche. But that doesn't matter--if you love this, keep it.

 

[lynne_ross]

My vote for you is a second Clover. I really like the Lotus with the Clover, and you already have the Lotus.
Plus, since you mix metals, you could wear both Clovers at the same time. Two Clovers won't be too heavy at all since these are not wide bangles. My husband loves the Clover, and he says it looks "delicate and dainty." Delicate is okay, but I gave him the evil eye and told him it's not dainty, it's art! (he is probably used to seeing my other bangles which are bolder).

I think two Clovers look great if you can deal with the jingle, which I can't just yet. Hence, I don't stack bangles. Maybe one day I'll get over the jingle and get a second Clover. I do love the two matchy matchy bracelet look.

Thanks! I am leaning towards a second. I still think the serpenti goes better with the lotus but if I wear to get say the noeud the wg clover would work with both. I also am starting to believe the clover has more longevity for me. This will be a 2023 decision so time to ponder more.
I stack 7 bangles daily so I am use to the jingle. I actually find the more bangles I stack the less they jingle. They slide back and forth together.
what bracelet would you add to stack?

 

[Deleted member 626500]

Thanks! I am leaning towards a second. I still think the serpenti goes better with the lotus but if I wear to get say the noeud the wg clover would work with both. I also am starting to believe the clover has more longevity for me. This will be a 2023 decision so time to ponder more.
I stack 7 bangles daily so I am use to the jingle. I actually find the more bangles I stack the less they jingle. They slide back and forth together.
what bracelet would you add to stack?

I tried the WG Clover and happened to be wearing my other VCA bracelets. I didn't buy it (at least not yet!!!) but I think the two clover bracelets look very nice together. Simple, elegant, and easy to wear.

 

[lynne_ross]

I tried the WG Clover and happened to be wearing my other VCA bracelets. I didn't buy it (at least not yet!!!) but I think the two clover bracelets look very nice together. Simple, elegant, and easy to wear.

Beautiful! Are yours rg or yg? I think the wg goes better with rg but mine is yg.