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glamourbag said:
What about getting something very simple but which serves the purpose you need it to (barrier between Clover and Love) but won't distract from your statement pieces? For ex: Perlee D'or? Perhaps you have mentioned your thoughts on it before and I missed it but I do feel it is complimentary to the Clover and will easily work with the Love. It will also work with your future pave Love. Its thin enough to not take up a lot of wrist space and while it doesn't have diamonds, the beading adds a feminine touch and makes it far from boring. Sometimes when we start adding too many pieces which have lots of detail, jewels or which are mini "statements" themselves, the stack ends up looking too busy. I know a lot of people say the D'or is over priced for what it is but I disagree. I think it serves its purpose (barrier), its a complimentary piece from the same collection of one of your "main show" bracelets (Clover), its soft/feminine and won't distract from your main statement bracelets. It is also decently priced. If you do not like the D'or, then perhaps something in that general design/nature? I agree with what you said about the Bruni flower bracelet and while I think its lovely, I would be concerned the overhanging petal would scratch the mirror finish of the Clover in the natural movements of daily life. I think it tried to steal the eye away from the Clover and Love. Overall, I think it would be better suited to its own stack or with pieces from its same family. Anyway, just some thoughts....
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Happyish said:
At some point I had the Love and the perlee signature, which corresponds to the Perlee Clover. The thin Perlee Pearls of Gold was the perfect in-between bracelet--a bracelet guard as it were. Have you considered that? Yes, it's gobsmacking expensive for what it is, but then so is anything VCA. On the other hand, it's very understated, elegant and I've found it keeps my current VCA stack from overlapping.
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nicole0612 said:
I love your Valentino combat boots!

I know just how you feel, sometimes you just need a piece that fills a functional role that you also think is pretty. It’s really hard to decide if it is a long-term piece until you’ve lived with it for a while. One completely random purchase that I never thought would work for me is the Perlee pearls of gold as a barrier bracelet. I purchased it impulsively because I needed a barrier bracelet for an event (an athletic event, not a party), thinking that I would not wear it long-term because it seems like it’s not that interesting. However, I have to say it’s worked out to be one of my most useful pieces. I purchased it at the last minute because I had tried numerous options to keep my Loves from moving around and clanging into each other while running which kept causing the screws to loosen. Long story short, the Perlee pearls of gold is amazingly comfortable, stacks so well with the Love, and though it really is not a great value for how interesting it is, I would pay twice the price for how useful and comfortable it has been while still looking very nice.
This being said not to advocate that you should get a Perlee pearls of gold, but to say that I went through a whole variety of diamond and gemstone spacer bracelets beforehand before randomly stumbling on the perfect choice for my needs. So I understand why you may need to try something out before you come to the best final choice. Worst case scenario, you still get your money’s worth out of it through enjoyment of wearing it while you are trying it out. That is my way of thinking.
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I’m noticing a theme here, ladies!

And it is a good idea. Yeah, you all read my mind, it’s totally boring, but it’s pretty clear that I should at least try it! Thank you!!! :hugs: :hugs: :hugs:
 
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lynne_ross said:
Would you consider a simple diamond band? I bought 3 (one in each gold colour) last year to add to my stack and I mix and match them with my bangles. Very handy as barriers and to tie pieces together. They were not expensive either as none branded and you don’t need massive diamonds for this purchase. Just a thought if you have not tried.
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This is the other option I will try. I think it will probably wind up being one or the other. Thank you! :hugs:
 
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Notorious Pink said:
I’m noticing a theme here, ladies!

And it is a good idea. Yeah, you all read my mind, it’s totally boring, but it’s pretty clear that I should at least try it! Thank you!!! :hugs: :hugs: :hugs:
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I know you, and Perlee will be too boring for you. There is not enough bling, and based on what you buy, I think you need diamonds in every piece.

For me, I find the Perlee beads boring also. In addition, I feel your stack now has too much metal with the Perlee beads added, especially with the Love (more metal!) That’s me though and it’s all preference.

I think the Tiffany Metro bangle is a perfect solution. It’s clean, simple, and the diamonds are super sparkly.

The only downside to the bangle is it is only a half circle diamonds, but I don’t think that is a show stopper for you.

There are several variations, and if you plan to stack and use it as a barrier bangle, the one-row is perfect. Here it is. Maybe try it on. You can search on Metro bangle to see the wider ones. I tried on the 5-row, and it is so sparkly and gorgeous. It’s still only a half circle though, but I love how sparkly it is.

Also, for what it’s worth, the Clover and Love are iconic, gorgeous and luxury brands. For me, I would stay with a luxury brand to keep the theme and quality.

Tiffany Metro hinged bangle in 18k white gold with diamonds, large. | Tiffany & Co. US

www.tiffany.com www.tiffany.com
 
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Here are all the variations of the Tiffany Metro. They are super gorgeous on. My favorite is the 5-row full circle bangle (non-hinged). In case you wear slip ons, try that one on too. Super gorgeous, and I love how the diamonds are laid out in a honeycomb pattern. I would not poo poo it because it’s Tiffany (I know some people do not like Tiffany). For me, when it comes to certain diamond pieces, Tiffany is top notch. Metro is not just another diamond bangle. When you see the sparkle and the diamond layout design, I hope it will speak to you! :hugs:


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BigAkoya said:
I know you, and Perlee will be too boring for you. There is not enough bling, and based on what you buy, I think you need diamonds in every piece.

For me, I find the Perlee beads boring also. In addition, I feel your stack now has too much metal with the Perlee beads added, especially with the Love (more metal!) That’s me though and it’s all preference.

I think the Tiffany Metro bangle is a perfect solution. It’s clean, simple, and the diamonds are super sparkly.

The only downside to the bangle is it is only a half circle diamonds, but I don’t think that is a show stopper for you.

There are several variations, and if you plan to stack and use it as a barrier bangle, the one-row is perfect. Here it is. Maybe try it on. You can search on Metro bangle to see the wider ones. I tried on the 5-row, and it is so sparkly and gorgeous. It’s still only a half circle though, but I love how sparkly it is.

Also, for what it’s worth, the Clover and Love are iconic, gorgeous and luxury brands. For me, I would stay with a luxury brand to keep the theme and quality.

Tiffany Metro hinged bangle in 18k white gold with diamonds, large. | Tiffany & Co. US

www.tiffany.com www.tiffany.com
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I tried the metro bangle and I was so underwhelmed. Note that I am not a fan of Tiffany diamonds and the brand in general. The metro was a huge no for me since 1) the sizing was far off from working with my loves and clover perlee. The sizes were way too big or too small. It may work for other sizes of loves. 2) the half pave visually did not work for me and I wanted full around pave. 3) the diamond quality and craftsmanship looked same as the non branded one I was considering (and ended up buying). That was all before considering the price was way higher than non branded. Just my two cents if others are considering.
 
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lynne_ross said:
I tried the metro bangle and I was so underwhelmed. Note that I am not a fan of Tiffany diamonds and the brand in general. The metro was a huge no for me since 1) the sizing was far off from working with my loves and clover perlee. The sizes were way too big or too small. It may work for other sizes of loves. 2) the half pave visually did not work for me and I wanted full around pave. 3) the diamond quality and craftsmanship looked same as the non branded one I was considering (and ended up buying). That was all before considering the price was way higher than non branded. Just my two cents if others are considering.
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I had the complete opposite! I love the 5-row and would have gotten it if it were full circle. It was so sparkly to me.

On diamonds, I realize there is a big debate on branded diamonds vs. non-branded which is probably for another forum. I was not a Tiffany diamond fan in the past either, and yes, the diamond prices are way higher as you said.

However, when I was looking to upgrade my engagement ring, I looked at a lot of diamonds, both Tiffany and non-branded. I ended up choosing a Tiffany diamond ring which I never thought would win. I thought for sure it was the brand name hype, but nope…their diamonds sparkled the most.

Now that we are talking about the Metro again, I need to to check out the 5-row full circle non-hinged one again. I really love that 5-row! It’s so clean yet blingy.
 
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lynne_ross said:
I tried the metro bangle and I was so underwhelmed. Note that I am not a fan of Tiffany diamonds and the brand in general. The metro was a huge no for me since 1) the sizing was far off from working with my loves and clover perlee. The sizes were way too big or too small. It may work for other sizes of loves. 2) the half pave visually did not work for me and I wanted full around pave. 3) the diamond quality and craftsmanship looked same as the non branded one I was considering (and ended up buying). That was all before considering the price was way higher than non branded. Just my two cents if others are considering.
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Ditto, especially on size and half diamond designs.
The sizing really is a shame, as the T1 pave bracelet, which does have pave all the way around and really is beautiful, was just too loose to stack with anything else besides other Tiffany pieces and I did not want to feel compelled to keep purchasing Tiffany to build a stack…
Also tried on a new design in the knot collection, which while pretty, the pave stopped very abruptly!
Did you get your non branded ones from a local jeweller or online seller?
 
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