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#6,481
lakesideohio said:
Dear @spaul, I got my magic pave long neckalce 2 weeks ago from and have been undecided with it. It was not my initial wishlist but somehow found it availble on online and ordered it. I love how sparkly the necklace it is and etc but as the price point it is still difficult to do the math out. Have you been enjoying yours? how satisfied are you with the purchase? I need some wisdom with mine. :sad:
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I found myself wearing it mainly 2 row so like the short version. I love it but I understand your math problematic as I think this one is a very steep price for one piece. The fact I love with it is that it is an easy maintenance item ! You can wear it in the shower and only have to wash it sometimes with the ultrasound machine. I could take it on holidays easily. Goes with everything and very blingy. I wear it maybe 2 times a week so quite often …
What I would say is if you truly love it even this is a very pricy item then keep it. If you think you bought it only because it was available and hard to get (more FOMO) then return it as you are still in the return frame …

Maybe @BabyBenV can help to share her experience too
 
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spaul said:
I found myself wearing it mainly 2 row so like the short version. I love it but I understand your math problematic as I think this one is a very steep price for one piece. The fact I love with it is that it is an easy maintenance item ! You can wear it in the shower and only have to wash it sometimes with the ultrasound machine. I could take it on holidays easily. Goes with everything and very blingy. I wear it maybe 2 times a week so quite often …
What I would say is if you truly love it even this is a very pricy item then keep it. If you think you bought it only because it was available and hard to get (more FOMO) then return it as you are still in the return frame …

Maybe @BabyBenV can help to share her experience too
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I have pretty much described my experience in the previous post -> https://forum.purseblog.com/threads/share-your-latest-vca-purchase.946912/page-428#post-36270071

My main concern initially was whether on short version vs. long version because I own (almost equivalent) a Flowerlace pendant and my SA initially said it was a short version BUT I understand that this is a very steep priced VCA item for a pendant and there are so many other opportunity costs you could get with other items instead such as other 20 motifs, Perlee Clover bangle (which I understand the one you desired the most from your posts), or VCA rings.

I am a firm believer that you have to be true to yourself and cannot compare with the other members' experiences here because we all have different circumstances, tastes and lifestyle. I do have other VCA purchases which I don't seem to have good cost per wear (for e.g. 2 of my Between the Finger Rings which I seldom post here) BUT I never regretted or counted any $$$ value for acquiring those till date. I must say that if someone keeps comparing the $$$ value of the item (instead of bringing joy) when making a purchase, it's a tell tale sign that such person already have doubts or even isn't ready for it. I experienced it myself with the 2024 Holiday Pendant and that's why I did not proceed to get regardless how desirable it was and till date I've had no regret in rejecting it; or even the latest RdN pendant pricing that I've commented in the other thread 🤣. I hope this makes sense, purchasing jewelry is more personal and it may not always be about making smart purchases all the time.
 
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spaul said:
I found myself wearing it mainly 2 row so like the short version. I love it but I understand your math problematic as I think this one is a very steep price for one piece. The fact I love with it is that it is an easy maintenance item ! You can wear it in the shower and only have to wash it sometimes with the ultrasound machine. I could take it on holidays easily. Goes with everything and very blingy. I wear it maybe 2 times a week so quite often …
What I would say is if you truly love it even this is a very pricy item then keep it. If you think you bought it only because it was available and hard to get (more FOMO) then return it as you are still in the return frame …

Maybe @BabyBenV can help to share her experience too
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I'm left with about 1.5 week to decide whether to return or to keep it. Thank you so much for your review on this neckalce. Will throughly think about how I feel about this and decide. Thank you xx
 
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BabyBenV said:
I have pretty much described my experience in the previous post -> https://forum.purseblog.com/threads/share-your-latest-vca-purchase.946912/page-428#post-36270071

My main concern initially was whether on short version vs. long version because I own (almost equivalent) a Flowerlace pendant and my SA initially said it was a short version BUT I understand that this is a very steep priced VCA item for a pendant and there are so many other opportunity costs you could get with other items instead such as other 20 motifs, Perlee Clover bangle (which I understand the one you desired the most from your posts), or VCA rings.

I am a firm believer that you have to be true to yourself and cannot compare with the other members' experiences here because we all have different circumstances, tastes and lifestyle. I do have other VCA purchases which I don't seem to have good cost per wear (for e.g. 2 of my Between the Finger Rings which I seldom post here) BUT I never regretted or counted any $$$ value for acquiring those till date. I must say that if someone keeps comparing the $$$ value of the item (instead of bringing joy) when making a purchase, it's a tell tale sign that such person already have doubts or even isn't ready for it. I experienced it myself with the 2024 Holiday Pendant and that's why I did not proceed to get regardless how desirable it was and till date I've had no regret in rejecting it; or even the latest RdN pendant pricing that I've commented in the other thread 🤣. I hope this makes sense, purchasing jewelry is more personal and it may not always be about making smart purchases all the time.
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"There are so many other opportunity costs you could get with other items instead such as other 20 motifs, Perlee Clover bangle (which I understand is the one you desired the most from your posts), or VCA rings." You know my heart so well! I am at this exact stage right now. I have about 1.5 weeks to think about and make a decision about the purchase. I want to make a decision that I would not regret later in life. My husband also made a similar comment to yours and he thinks that I would regret it if I decide to return it and still end up spending a similar amount of $$ on other items haha (which is so true).

Thank you so much @BabyBenV AND @spaul for your comments. I value them dearly.
 
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coconut_ said:
Got the blue agate 5-motif bracelet and pendant for my birthday last month. I love the deep shade of blue for both pieces 💙💙

This is how they look under the sun:

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I'm already eyeing the blue agate 10-motif necklace. Oh boy these are addicting 😂
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Congratulations! Yes I would go for the 10 motif for sure (or 20 why not ?). Blue agate is stunning … did you try to see through the stone with a light ? It is an incredible stone 💙
 
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spaul said:
Congratulations! Yes I would go for the 10 motif for sure (or 20 why not ?). Blue agate is stunning … did you try to see through the stone with a light ? It is an incredible stone 💙
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Thank you! 😊 Eventually, I might get to 20 motif. Who knows 😂 And yes, I did see through the stone with a light! It's fascinating that they look different depending on the light source/intensity/angle. Beautiful stone.
 
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Prada Prince said:
Warning: Another usual long-winded ramble from me, so feel free to skip!

Exactly 120 days have passed since I first laid eyes on the 10-motif Vintage Alhambra necklace in Hammered YG and placed it on hold. I knew that once it was mine, I would love to get the matching 5-motif bracelet to complete my set, preferably as my birthday present for 2025.

After putting it on my wishlist, I was told that I was number 19 on the list, so I knew not to be too hopeful about securing it for my big birthday coming up in May. I also put in on my Japan wishlist, in case the stars aligned for some reason during my Tokyo trip. Fingers and toes crossed!

Yesterday, I decided to pass the time of my second day of fasting for Ramadan by heading over to Dubai Mall just to mosey and explore the newly opened District section in the mall.

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After moseying about, and making a VERY UNINTENDED purchase in Loro Piana (well, technically it was on my copious Wishlist 2024-2026), I decided to go catch up with one of my SAs in my VCA home store, since I hadn't seen her in a while.

As usual, the staff were always nice enough to shepherd me to one of the private salons, which is such an oasis of calm with its dusky rose shades.

View attachment 6138957

When my SA was done with her other client, she came round and sat down to chat with me. We caught up on life, she was asking me about work and Ramadan etc, and then talk went to our respective holiday plans over the next couple of months. I mentioned to her that I was so looking forward to the Japan trip, and how I would make sure to drop by VCA there in case I could strike it lucky to get my wishlist bracelet just before the big birthday, since I know I'm wayyy down on the list here in Dubai.

"Oh yes, you wanted it in Rose Gold right?"

"Nope, I want it in Yellow Gold to match the 10-motif."

"Oh, really? Hang on a sec..."

She disappeared from the salon, sending me into mini-palpitations, half thinking she went off to update my list, or maybe, hoping against hope that a Ramadan miracle was going to manifest itself!

She re-emerged in the salon, velvet tray in hand, with, lo and behold, a beautiful 5-motif bracelet in YG Hammered!
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Readers, let me tell you, I squealed like a door hinge in desperate need of some WD-40!

I tried it on, distracted as a magpie, as she explained to me that the 5-motif had come in, as part of regular stock, but which was earmarked to a client who had requested it and paid in full, but who was travelling for Ramadan and was not able to pick it up in person. That client had decided to pass on it, and transfer her credit to a future purchase, and told them to let go of the bracelet into general stock.
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Apparently, that had taken place 15 minutes before I arrived, and the bracelet had literally just gone into the drawer before I arrived.

I started babbling about how she was a miracle worker, and she demurred, saying that I had brought the right energy. This was basically the second time I had lucked into getting my dream piece by being there at the right place and the right time...

I always make a big deal about planning out purchases, and making a big event out of picking something up. I have to get dressed up, go for a nice brunch/tea to celebrate etc etc. But of course, the dream piece arrived when I had no intention of shopping, just moseying about in store in a tee and jeans!

View attachment 6138956

My SA did say that if I wanted, I could put it on hold by paying 50% as a deposit, and paying the rest next month, so that I can make it more momentous (she apparently gets my extra-ness), and give me a break after spending in LP. I was joking to her, dang, maybe I should go return these shoes, and she didn't want me to do that...

It was so sweet of her, but I knew that if I just placed the deposit, I would probably end up being so distracted thinking about the bracelet, that I would probably end up walking into traffic! So I pulled the trigger, despite it being 11 weeks away from my birthday.
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She asked me for my choice of packaging, and of course, the hard box as always for me! She told me to come back in a few weeks to get the travel pouch as they were out of stock of it at the moment, but she also threw in the cleaning cloth (in the older black format), as well as a beautiful Ramadan card.
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Honestly, the joy I felt clasping that paper bag made all thoughts of hunger and thirst fly out the window!

Part of me is thinking, I won't unbox it until my actual birthday, but I think we all know that's probably not going to be realistic... Heck, maybe I'll consider this my Ramadan/Eid gift to myself, and find something else for my birthday...
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So happy for you and congratulations on your beautiful piece.
 
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Prada Prince said:
Warning: Another usual long-winded ramble from me, so feel free to skip!

Exactly 120 days have passed since I first laid eyes on the 10-motif Vintage Alhambra necklace in Hammered YG and placed it on hold. I knew that once it was mine, I would love to get the matching 5-motif bracelet to complete my set, preferably as my birthday present for 2025.

After putting it on my wishlist, I was told that I was number 19 on the list, so I knew not to be too hopeful about securing it for my big birthday coming up in May. I also put in on my Japan wishlist, in case the stars aligned for some reason during my Tokyo trip. Fingers and toes crossed!

Yesterday, I decided to pass the time of my second day of fasting for Ramadan by heading over to Dubai Mall just to mosey and explore the newly opened District section in the mall.

View attachment 6138952

After moseying about, and making a VERY UNINTENDED purchase in Loro Piana (well, technically it was on my copious Wishlist 2024-2026), I decided to go catch up with one of my SAs in my VCA home store, since I hadn't seen her in a while.

As usual, the staff were always nice enough to shepherd me to one of the private salons, which is such an oasis of calm with its dusky rose shades.

View attachment 6138957

When my SA was done with her other client, she came round and sat down to chat with me. We caught up on life, she was asking me about work and Ramadan etc, and then talk went to our respective holiday plans over the next couple of months. I mentioned to her that I was so looking forward to the Japan trip, and how I would make sure to drop by VCA there in case I could strike it lucky to get my wishlist bracelet just before the big birthday, since I know I'm wayyy down on the list here in Dubai.

"Oh yes, you wanted it in Rose Gold right?"

"Nope, I want it in Yellow Gold to match the 10-motif."

"Oh, really? Hang on a sec..."

She disappeared from the salon, sending me into mini-palpitations, half thinking she went off to update my list, or maybe, hoping against hope that a Ramadan miracle was going to manifest itself!

She re-emerged in the salon, velvet tray in hand, with, lo and behold, a beautiful 5-motif bracelet in YG Hammered!
View attachment 6138954
Readers, let me tell you, I squealed like a door hinge in desperate need of some WD-40!

I tried it on, distracted as a magpie, as she explained to me that the 5-motif had come in, as part of regular stock, but which was earmarked to a client who had requested it and paid in full, but who was travelling for Ramadan and was not able to pick it up in person. That client had decided to pass on it, and transfer her credit to a future purchase, and told them to let go of the bracelet into general stock.
View attachment 6138955
Apparently, that had taken place 15 minutes before I arrived, and the bracelet had literally just gone into the drawer before I arrived.

I started babbling about how she was a miracle worker, and she demurred, saying that I had brought the right energy. This was basically the second time I had lucked into getting my dream piece by being there at the right place and the right time...

I always make a big deal about planning out purchases, and making a big event out of picking something up. I have to get dressed up, go for a nice brunch/tea to celebrate etc etc. But of course, the dream piece arrived when I had no intention of shopping, just moseying about in store in a tee and jeans!

View attachment 6138956

My SA did say that if I wanted, I could put it on hold by paying 50% as a deposit, and paying the rest next month, so that I can make it more momentous (she apparently gets my extra-ness), and give me a break after spending in LP. I was joking to her, dang, maybe I should go return these shoes, and she didn't want me to do that...

It was so sweet of her, but I knew that if I just placed the deposit, I would probably end up being so distracted thinking about the bracelet, that I would probably end up walking into traffic! So I pulled the trigger, despite it being 11 weeks away from my birthday.
View attachment 6138958
She asked me for my choice of packaging, and of course, the hard box as always for me! She told me to come back in a few weeks to get the travel pouch as they were out of stock of it at the moment, but she also threw in the cleaning cloth (in the older black format), as well as a beautiful Ramadan card.
View attachment 6138960
Honestly, the joy I felt clasping that paper bag made all thoughts of hunger and thirst fly out the window!

Part of me is thinking, I won't unbox it until my actual birthday, but I think we all know that's probably not going to be realistic... Heck, maybe I'll consider this my Ramadan/Eid gift to myself, and find something else for my birthday...
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If you've lasted this long, thank you for being on my journey and letting me share!
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I missed this before but what a beautiful story!
 
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Prada Prince said:
Warning: Another usual long-winded ramble from me, so feel free to skip!

Exactly 120 days have passed since I first laid eyes on the 10-motif Vintage Alhambra necklace in Hammered YG and placed it on hold. I knew that once it was mine, I would love to get the matching 5-motif bracelet to complete my set, preferably as my birthday present for 2025.

After putting it on my wishlist, I was told that I was number 19 on the list, so I knew not to be too hopeful about securing it for my big birthday coming up in May. I also put in on my Japan wishlist, in case the stars aligned for some reason during my Tokyo trip. Fingers and toes crossed!

Yesterday, I decided to pass the time of my second day of fasting for Ramadan by heading over to Dubai Mall just to mosey and explore the newly opened District section in the mall.

View attachment 6138952

After moseying about, and making a VERY UNINTENDED purchase in Loro Piana (well, technically it was on my copious Wishlist 2024-2026), I decided to go catch up with one of my SAs in my VCA home store, since I hadn't seen her in a while.

As usual, the staff were always nice enough to shepherd me to one of the private salons, which is such an oasis of calm with its dusky rose shades.

View attachment 6138957

When my SA was done with her other client, she came round and sat down to chat with me. We caught up on life, she was asking me about work and Ramadan etc, and then talk went to our respective holiday plans over the next couple of months. I mentioned to her that I was so looking forward to the Japan trip, and how I would make sure to drop by VCA there in case I could strike it lucky to get my wishlist bracelet just before the big birthday, since I know I'm wayyy down on the list here in Dubai.

"Oh yes, you wanted it in Rose Gold right?"

"Nope, I want it in Yellow Gold to match the 10-motif."

"Oh, really? Hang on a sec..."

She disappeared from the salon, sending me into mini-palpitations, half thinking she went off to update my list, or maybe, hoping against hope that a Ramadan miracle was going to manifest itself!

She re-emerged in the salon, velvet tray in hand, with, lo and behold, a beautiful 5-motif bracelet in YG Hammered!
View attachment 6138954
Readers, let me tell you, I squealed like a door hinge in desperate need of some WD-40!

I tried it on, distracted as a magpie, as she explained to me that the 5-motif had come in, as part of regular stock, but which was earmarked to a client who had requested it and paid in full, but who was travelling for Ramadan and was not able to pick it up in person. That client had decided to pass on it, and transfer her credit to a future purchase, and told them to let go of the bracelet into general stock.
View attachment 6138955
Apparently, that had taken place 15 minutes before I arrived, and the bracelet had literally just gone into the drawer before I arrived.

I started babbling about how she was a miracle worker, and she demurred, saying that I had brought the right energy. This was basically the second time I had lucked into getting my dream piece by being there at the right place and the right time...

I always make a big deal about planning out purchases, and making a big event out of picking something up. I have to get dressed up, go for a nice brunch/tea to celebrate etc etc. But of course, the dream piece arrived when I had no intention of shopping, just moseying about in store in a tee and jeans!

View attachment 6138956

My SA did say that if I wanted, I could put it on hold by paying 50% as a deposit, and paying the rest next month, so that I can make it more momentous (she apparently gets my extra-ness), and give me a break after spending in LP. I was joking to her, dang, maybe I should go return these shoes, and she didn't want me to do that...

It was so sweet of her, but I knew that if I just placed the deposit, I would probably end up being so distracted thinking about the bracelet, that I would probably end up walking into traffic! So I pulled the trigger, despite it being 11 weeks away from my birthday.
View attachment 6138958
She asked me for my choice of packaging, and of course, the hard box as always for me! She told me to come back in a few weeks to get the travel pouch as they were out of stock of it at the moment, but she also threw in the cleaning cloth (in the older black format), as well as a beautiful Ramadan card.
View attachment 6138960
Honestly, the joy I felt clasping that paper bag made all thoughts of hunger and thirst fly out the window!

Part of me is thinking, I won't unbox it until my actual birthday, but I think we all know that's probably not going to be realistic... Heck, maybe I'll consider this my Ramadan/Eid gift to myself, and find something else for my birthday...
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I just LOVED reading your story - We were there with you! What a fabulous adventure - wear this wonderful piece with good luck and health.
 
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