Tiffany KEYS collection thread

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#151
mink said:
Thanks ladies... I guess it really is trendier than I thought. *Sigh* I normally would never pay so much for something like this, but I don't know what it is about these particular pieces - I'm just loving them! My DH agrees with you and says that if I love it I shouldn't worry so much about the "forever" - that I should enjoy it as much as I can and store it away or pass it down later on when the time comes.

That having been said, I thought it over and definitely want to keep the key (or keys) rather than buying something else. Which look do you think works better - the one vs. the two (keeping in mind they're different keys), and on which length/type of chain? I'm 30 if that helps at all...

Thanks again!
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If you love it, and you can rock it, then it will always be in style-- you're style. It's funny, but I was actually looking for a key/heart lock pendant before Tiffany even announced their key line.

I would prefer one key (2 looks like you're a walking ad) on a longer length, since they are quite large. The one in the picture looks like a 16" chain and very short. I think you should go 20" or so. The longer chain on the model looks good.
 
#152
im not sure how big the diamonds are, but if you wear two of them together, on the same chain, wouldnt that ding the diamonds? I saw them a couple weeks ago and when I tried them on I thought the longer chain looked the best, on me at least! :)

Haha but then again I'm crazy and made up a story about myself back in the day keeping my locker key around my neck and I kept it on a long chain so i can just take it off over my head and open my box of jewels haha :)
 
#153
Personally, I think the Fleur de Lis key can be that timeless piece you're looking for. Key necklaces have always been around and always will be, but the look that's in right now (simple design, large, long chain, layered) is a trend. Just my $.02.
 
#155
Ok, now I'm more confused than before. I have been obsessing over these for a few days, and decided on the small oval one. But then I realized just how tiny it was and started leaning toward the big one. And then I read some of the opinions on this site which made me think the big one would just be clunky. And then I see here how awesome the big one looks...and I'M SO CONFUSED!!!!!

In my perfect, imaginary world, I would get both the large oval one and the mini Tiffany Blue one. I think. Maybe. It would be nice to be near a store to try them on!
 
#156
ULTRALUXE said:
Ok, now I'm more confused than before. I have been obsessing over these for a few days, and decided on the small oval one. But then I realized just how tiny it was and started leaning toward the big one. And then I read some of the opinions on this site which made me think the big one would just be clunky. And then I see here how awesome the big one looks...and I'M SO CONFUSED!!!!!

In my perfect, imaginary world, I would get both the large oval one and the mini Tiffany Blue one. I think. Maybe. It would be nice to be near a store to try them on!
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ULTRALUXE, I know how you feel! I originally bought the small oval key and then decided it was too small and got lost on me, so I upgraded to the large oval key with an 18 inch chain and i absolutely love it! I even layer it with other necklaces and it looks really good because the key is so simple.
today im wearing it with a 16inch judith ripka turquoise and diamond necklace.
 
#157
I think you should keep the fleur de lis, its gorgeous and as jan228 said who cares if it's trendy make it your own! personally I dont think just because it's a new design its "trendy" it's platinum and diamonds so that automatically makes it a forever piece IMHO. I wear my large oval key on an 18inch chain and its perfect for me because its right above my chest not on, and is still long enough to layer other necklaces if I want. Enjoy your beautiful key :woohoo:
 
#158
I think that a key design is pretty classic. It may be "trendy" now but is a look that has been around forever. I think the one you picked out is really nice.
Depending on the size of the bail, you could use a strand of small pearls with it too. I bet it would be stunning. :P
 
#159
Candice0985 said:
ULTRALUXE, I know how you feel! I originally bought the small oval key and then decided it was too small and got lost on me, so I upgraded to the large oval key with an 18 inch chain and i absolutely love it! I even layer it with other necklaces and it looks really good because the key is so simple.
today im wearing it with a 16inch judith ripka turquoise and diamond necklace.
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That combination sounds divine! The turquoise (or the Tiffany Blue color) really goes with the feel of the collection--creative but mysterious and a little regal, IMO.

I'm kind of astounded by how versatile this collection is IRL--If you bought two sizes and a variety of chain lengths, you could have every look from quaint to hipster to eclectic/creative.

Sorry. I'm starting to drive myself crazy with obsessiveness. :shame:
 
#161
mink said:
My DH just bought me my dream Tiffany Key... the Fleur de Lis! It is the pendant in the first picture as well as on the model on the shorter chain. I've been going through an extraordinarily tough time recently and he wanted to cheer me up. We picked it out together but I'm having some second thoughts... it's my first major piece of fashion jewelry (the only other jewelry I wear is my e-ring/wedding ring and simple diamond studs) so I want to make sure I pick one I'd wear a lot as well as can wear forever (i.e. not just a passing trend).

I currently have it on the thin 18" platinum chain, but I'm wondering if that's an awkward length. I've seen different keys on other TPFers in this length and it looks fantastic, but somehow with the diamonds I'm not sure if it's quite right. The model has it on the 16" and it looks really good (albeit more formal). I'm also wondering whether it would look better on a much longer chain - 20 or 24" (like the longer length on the model) so that it looks more casual. What do you think?

My other dilemma is that I also had the choice of getting the Crown Key & the smaller Vintage Oval Key instead of the Fleur de Lis (shown together in the last picture), as the overall price is comparable. I love the look and it looks more casual so I'd probably wear it more. With the two keys I also have more flexibility (I could wear them individually). I would probably get this on the thicker white gold link chain and wear them on the same chain.

In the end I selected the Fleur de Lis because it is the "ultimate" key and this is what I'd still want 5, 10 years from now, but maybe this is thinking way too hard about it?

What do you think? Any opinions would be much appreciated - thank you very much!
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Here's my 2 cents worth! I think it's gorgeous and classy, and okay it might be "hot" right now but I think it'll always be a beautiful piece of jewelry!!

Honestly I'm not a HUGE jewelry person - I have about 6 Tiffany's silver pieces under $500 and my wedding rings... but I recently fell in LOVE with the VCA alhambra line and I don't care how long it's fashionable, I LOVE it!! It was SO much more than I ever pictured myself buying to be honest but I bought THREE pieces (rather than one big one) and don't regret it for a second! Anything like this will be lovely to pass down one day, and I agree with the above posts - if you LOVE it it can become YOUR signature piece... and so what if they're not as cool in 10 years? I bought the open heart Peretti necklace, wore it on my wedding day and even if they discontinue it I'll always LOVE it. :)

As for the decision... if you have been in love with the Fleur De Lis one, then stick with it and get two chains for two different looks. I agree worn shorter it looks more formal... I have an "e" initial necklace (the larger one) from Tiffany's on about a 30 inch chain (maybe 28?) and loooove that look too! I get so many compliments when I wear it and it's definitely easier to rock it in a more casual way.

I think you made a great decision and I'd stick with it! Would it make you sad to take it back? Then keep it! I would rather buy something I'm in love with now than something "more classic" or boring and feel like I made the more "sensible" choice. Jewelry should be a good investment but it should also move you... you should LOVE it every time you put it on! :)
 
#162
surfergirljen said:
Here's my 2 cents worth! I think it's gorgeous and classy, and okay it might be "hot" right now but I think it'll always be a beautiful piece of jewelry!!

Honestly I'm not a HUGE jewelry person - I have about 6 Tiffany's silver pieces under $500 and my wedding rings... but I recently fell in LOVE with the VCA alhambra line and I don't care how long it's fashionable, I LOVE it!! It was SO much more than I ever pictured myself buying to be honest but I bought THREE pieces (rather than one big one) and don't regret it for a second! Anything like this will be lovely to pass down one day, and I agree with the above posts - if you LOVE it it can become YOUR signature piece... and so what if they're not as cool in 10 years? I bought the open heart Peretti necklace, wore it on my wedding day and even if they discontinue it I'll always LOVE it. :)

As for the decision... if you have been in love with the Fleur De Lis one, then stick with it and get two chains for two different looks. I agree worn shorter it looks more formal... I have an "e" initial necklace (the larger one) from Tiffany's on about a 30 inch chain (maybe 28?) and loooove that look too! I get so many compliments when I wear it and it's definitely easier to rock it in a more casual way.

I think you made a great decision and I'd stick with it! Would it make you sad to take it back? Then keep it! I would rather buy something I'm in love with now than something "more classic" or boring and feel like I made the more "sensible" choice. Jewelry should be a good investment but it should also move you... you should LOVE it every time you put it on! :)
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surfergirljen,
excellent point, I say you should keep it if you love it. You should wear your jewelry not the other way around. I have always been into key necklaces even when there weren't in. I own an 18k gold key necklace I bought while vacationing in Italy a few years back and I always get compliments when I wear it.
 
#163
ULTRALUXE said:
That combination sounds divine! The turquoise (or the Tiffany Blue color) really goes with the feel of the collection--creative but mysterious and a little regal, IMO.

I'm kind of astounded by how versatile this collection is IRL--If you bought two sizes and a variety of chain lengths, you could have every look from quaint to hipster to eclectic/creative.

Sorry. I'm starting to drive myself crazy with obsessiveness. :shame:
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hahaha no worries thats how I am too when I want something...I DREAM about it lol
this is the necklace im layering it with
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