D
Deleted member 626500
I've now tried both styles of the WG/RG Bouton d'Or necklaces. Help me decide please!
Oh my both look divine on you!!! The pendant is a showstopper but I absolutely love the necklace on you. It’s just so elegant but you can pull it off casually too with your denim shirt. I feel like it would be more versatile that way. If I remember correctly you also already have the long pendant bouton d’or? So I wonder if the necklace would be more unique in your current collection. Either way can’t go wrong but my vote is the necklace for you!
Absolutely stunning! Can't go wrong with any piece but that pendant 
They are both stunning on you, but the first one hands-down has my heart. 
Hi! Great necklaces, and both look gorgeous on you.
My vote goes to the necklace. It makes a great statement. The pendant is nice too, but for me, it's more of the usual "pendant-on-a-chain" theme. The necklace is far more artistic.
On the necklace, the two-tone gold necklace in your photo is certainly nice if you are looking for a "metal" necklace (there is a lot of metal).
If you might be interested in something a bit more unique, I like the chrysoprase and onyx version:
www.vancleefarpels.com
Same necklace, but two different looks, so it's really what you want.
The all-metal version is safe. The chrysoprase/onyx version is wow to me. It would look very chic with your outfit.
On both necklaces, I would ask VCA to shorten a bit. Both seem a bit long on you, especially the necklace.
Just my two cents. Hope this helps in your decision.
My vote goes to the necklace. It makes a great statement. The pendant is nice too, but for me, it's more of the usual "pendant-on-a-chain" theme. The necklace is far more artistic.
On the necklace, the two-tone gold necklace in your photo is certainly nice if you are looking for a "metal" necklace (there is a lot of metal).
If you might be interested in something a bit more unique, I like the chrysoprase and onyx version:
Bouton d'or necklace - VCARO7GH00 - Van Cleef & Arpels
Bouton d'or necklace, 18K yellow gold, chrysoprase, onyx, round diamonds; diamond quality DEF, IF to VVS.
www.vancleefarpels.com
Same necklace, but two different looks, so it's really what you want.
The all-metal version is safe. The chrysoprase/onyx version is wow to me. It would look very chic with your outfit.
On both necklaces, I would ask VCA to shorten a bit. Both seem a bit long on you, especially the necklace.
Just my two cents. Hope this helps in your decision.
How fabulous are these two pieces. I’m loving the pendant as it gives wearable but serious jewelry vibes. Can’t wait to see which you decide to get.
D
Deleted member 626500
You are absolutely right. I have the long pendant/necklace in Chrysophase/onyx, but I keep returning to the rose gold/white gold combination. I love how it's understated and the way it harmonizes against my skin. It's a soft look, unlike so many necklaces I've seen.
Having now tried both, I'm leaning towards the necklace for exactly the reasons you expressed. It seems more versatile than I expected, in that it can be worn casually or formally, whereas my sense is that I would wear the pendant casually only. Since I already own a pendant in this collection I think it makes sense to go in a different direction even though it's from the same collection.
Thank you for helping me organize my thoughts.
Last edited by a moderator:
Seeing your photos I’m also very surprised that the necklace can be worn beautifully casual even with its sophisticated design! The RG/WG combo is gorgeous and I think would go with a lot of different outfits. Really loving the idea of the flexibility of the necklace. You have such amazing pieces already, I think the necklace would be a stunning addition. Can’t wait to see more photos of how you style them together
D
Deleted member 626500
I originally thought I would need to have the necklace shortened but now that I see it on, I'm not sure.Hi! Great necklaces, and both look gorgeous on you.
My vote goes to the necklace. It makes a great statement. The pendant is nice too, but for me, it's more of the usual "pendant-on-a-chain" theme. The necklace is far more artistic.
On the necklace, the two-tone gold necklace in your photo is certainly nice if you are looking for a "metal" necklace (there is a lot of metal).
If you might be interested in something a bit more unique, I like the chrysoprase and onyx version:
Bouton d'or necklace - VCARO7GH00 - Van Cleef & Arpels
Bouton d'or necklace, 18K yellow gold, chrysoprase, onyx, round diamonds; diamond quality DEF, IF to VVS.
Same necklace, but two different looks, so it's really what you want.
The all-metal version is safe. The chrysoprase/onyx version is wow to me. It would look very chic with your outfit.
On both necklaces, I would ask VCA to shorten a bit. Both seem a bit long on you, especially the necklace.
Just my two cents. Hope this helps in your decision.
Curiously, when I hold it up so it sits shorter, it seems to give off a bit of a matronly vibe.
However, I appreciate your input, it gives me another perspective, one I intend to revisit. The important thing is that the links are there, so they can always be removed if I decide to do so.
In case you're interested (I love this collection), the pendant wouldn't need to be shortened; it's an open chain, so the length can be manipulated by choosing any link for the lobster clasp.
I'm very design-oriented and I think the necklace is a standout piece. It somehow manages to be stunning, yet understated, both at the same time. I love the versatility of being able to dress it up or down, as it looks great with the shirt you are wearing, but I could see it looking equally amazing with an evening dress.
The pendant is nice but it doesn't have the same wow factor as the necklace, and at the same time, it also calls more attention to itself. I think it's the proportions and colors. It is 'louder' if you know what I mean. It's really nice, don't get me wrong, but compared to the necklace, it just doesn't stand a chance in my eyes.
The pendant is nice but it doesn't have the same wow factor as the necklace, and at the same time, it also calls more attention to itself. I think it's the proportions and colors. It is 'louder' if you know what I mean. It's really nice, don't get me wrong, but compared to the necklace, it just doesn't stand a chance in my eyes.
Hands down the necklace. It is a gorgeous piece and I agree with others more versatile.
This is a bit off topic but your ring is stunning! I can’t tell from my IPad if it’s an opal or jade. You really have an eye for great pieces.