@holycooooow, in the thread entitled Designer pieces, post #82 by @papertiger was so helpful that I jotted notes on it down on a piece of paper to take shopping for pearls or gemstones, but actually it’s a good reminder to me to be dis earning, patient and not to settle : https://forum.purseblog.com/threads...ura-david-webb-schlumberger-etc.926026/page-6
the following is a direct quote from @papertiger that I copied and pasted here from her post (Papertiger, hope this is okay, otherwise please delete).
she wrote:
My advice for consideration:
1. Go for a virtual window-shop around all the brands you seem drawn to and put into a folder.
2. Think about which category of jewellery do/will you actively wear more and which you don't. E.g. Everything I like best takes very little time to put on and needs to feel 100% secure. I like rings because I can see them, mix and match very easily. I like bangles and cuffs but not so much bracelets because of the time to do them up. I like necklaces too, but they need to be easy to do up and can't be too long. Brooches are less everyday - but I like the look.
3. ITA, don't do 'starter', buy the thing you really want. Same with 'make-do' jewellery coz it's available. Buy preloved if the variation of the model is no longer available. Nothing worse than thinking something's almost perfect. Some of these pieces you'll love may be strictly limited especially if sized.
4. If you like a piece with stones, educate yourself about them. Some stones shouldn't really be worn as everyday and harder to clean DIY, I'm sure you know this because of your pearls. Same with storing. Same with settings, pavé-set or tension set are always going to be a risk but diamonds can wear away their mounts too. For instance I know I should remove my gem-set rings when washing my hands, but when out, that's more risky for me. Mine-field for everyday wear (no pun intended). Add enamel work to this consideration too. I am the worst offender.
5. Everyday for you doesn't mean another's idea of everyday. Give a full picture of your style, wants and needs to whoever works with you. And don't be afraid to return a few times, better to sleep on decisions.
6. Ask about aftercare and services whoever provides before you commit.
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After I looked around (manly at verdura bellperron), I also realized that many style icons, like coco Chanel, famously mixed faux and real jewels and I think pearls, so today anything goes. . .
the following is a direct quote from @papertiger that I copied and pasted here from her post (Papertiger, hope this is okay, otherwise please delete).
she wrote:
My advice for consideration:
1. Go for a virtual window-shop around all the brands you seem drawn to and put into a folder.
2. Think about which category of jewellery do/will you actively wear more and which you don't. E.g. Everything I like best takes very little time to put on and needs to feel 100% secure. I like rings because I can see them, mix and match very easily. I like bangles and cuffs but not so much bracelets because of the time to do them up. I like necklaces too, but they need to be easy to do up and can't be too long. Brooches are less everyday - but I like the look.
3. ITA, don't do 'starter', buy the thing you really want. Same with 'make-do' jewellery coz it's available. Buy preloved if the variation of the model is no longer available. Nothing worse than thinking something's almost perfect. Some of these pieces you'll love may be strictly limited especially if sized.
4. If you like a piece with stones, educate yourself about them. Some stones shouldn't really be worn as everyday and harder to clean DIY, I'm sure you know this because of your pearls. Same with storing. Same with settings, pavé-set or tension set are always going to be a risk but diamonds can wear away their mounts too. For instance I know I should remove my gem-set rings when washing my hands, but when out, that's more risky for me. Mine-field for everyday wear (no pun intended). Add enamel work to this consideration too. I am the worst offender.
5. Everyday for you doesn't mean another's idea of everyday. Give a full picture of your style, wants and needs to whoever works with you. And don't be afraid to return a few times, better to sleep on decisions.
6. Ask about aftercare and services whoever provides before you commit.
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After I looked around (manly at verdura bellperron), I also realized that many style icons, like coco Chanel, famously mixed faux and real jewels and I think pearls, so today anything goes. . .
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