Van Cleef in action!

[BigAkoya]

Here’s more pics of my Magic necklace, my Owl pin, and some Alhambra bracelets.

I’m channeling @BigAkoya with Pucci leggings and a white shirt.

I really love Magic necklaces. I am seriously considering the Tiger’s Eye and Carnelian and or the WG chalcedony, MOP, and Onyx vetsions.

I thought I wanted the GMOP, Diamond PG 20-motif. But I have a really hard time pulling the trigger on it because it’s so expensive.

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Your look is gorgeous, and I love your outfit! So crispy. casual chic... love your white shirt and Pucci leggings!

The Magic necklace looks amazing on you. I was going to get the WG version (MOP, GMOP, chalcedony), but it did not pop anywhere near the way yours pops. I had planned to wear the WG Magic at times with my WG MOP 20 to really pile it on (for me, I would keep my neckline clean, so no short pendant for me); maybe you might like that too of adding a 20 and removing the short pendant.

If you plan to get another necklace, my vote goes to carnelian and tiger's eye. That combo pops. To me, the WG MOP GMOP chalcedony combo is my least favorite. Worn alone, it is neither here nor there because there is not a strong color stone to anchor it. All three stones (MOP, GMOP, chalcedony) are super mellow. In your necklace, the YG and onyx anchor the necklace and hence it pops. When I tried on the WG version, it felt so airy, so I thought about getting the WG chalcedony 20 and wearing it together to give it some depth. However, wearing both the Magic and 20 together is not something I would do regularly, so I gave up on the WG Magic.

I have seem the Carnelian and tiger's eye version, and it is stunning. It screams look at me red, but it's not "in your face cha cha cha red" as sometimes too much red can be. The tiger's eye neutral color tones the red down, and it makes the look more a regal red piece. Also, the same mellow tiger's eye that tones it down creates that magical glow due to the striations. That's just my opinion of course.

For what it's worth, I still hold the opinion the GMOP diamond 20 necklace is neither here nor there. To me, if you remove the VCA label, it does not really make a statement to me as a piece of jewelry. If you want something GMOP, I think a 20 GMOP makes more of a statement. Or, if you want a diamond necklace, a 36" diamond riviere is lovely. They are both centerpieces. That's just my two cents of course.

For inspiration, I’ve attached some photos. I love this combo. I also recall you already have a tiger's eye 20 to create this look if you like it. I had planned to do the same with the WG Magic and my WG MOP 20, but the look is not the same, not even close.
I hope you can try the carnelian on and see how you like it.

Just my two cents. You look gorgeous in the Magic necklace.
One last comment... you have a beautiful smile.

 

[BigAkoya]

Hot & sunny with a white v neck & 6 motif

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This is so beautiful and looks gorgeous on you!
Tiger's eye can sometimes be mellow and flat (like wood) to me. Your necklace with the red carnelian highlights that that golden brown and turns the tiger's eye into a three-dimension stone, like streams of molten gold. Your necklace is perfect!

 

[DS2006]

One last pic. It’s a good one. If this doesn’t enable someone, I do not know what will.

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Those really work well together! I really love the long Magic necklace, though! I like wearing long tops with a long necklace! It looks so pretty on you!

 

[A bottle of Red]

This is so beautiful and looks gorgeous on you!
Tiger's eye can sometimes be mellow and flat (like wood) to me. Your necklace with the red carnelian highlights that that golden brown and turns the tiger's eye into a three-dimension stone, like streams of molten gold. Your necklace is perfect!

Thank you so much! Yes i love the tiger eye on this & the contrast with the red carnelian works very well

 

[nightbefore]

Your look is gorgeous, and I love your outfit! So crispy. casual chic... love your white shirt and Pucci leggings!

The Magic necklace looks amazing on you. I was going to get the WG version (MOP, GMOP, chalcedony), but it did not pop anywhere near the way yours pops. I had planned to wear the WG Magic at times with my WG MOP 20 to really pile it on (for me, I would keep my neckline clean, so no short pendant for me); maybe you might like that too of adding a 20 and removing the short pendant.

If you plan to get another necklace, my vote goes to carnelian and tiger's eye. That combo pops. To me, the WG MOP GMOP chalcedony combo is my least favorite. Worn alone, it is neither here nor there because there is not a strong color stone to anchor it. All three stones (MOP, GMOP, chalcedony) are super mellow. In your necklace, the YG and onyx anchor the necklace and hence it pops. When I tried on the WG version, it felt so airy, so I thought about getting the WG chalcedony 20 and wearing it together to give it some depth. However, wearing both the Magic and 20 together is not something I would do regularly, so I gave up on the WG Magic.

I have seem the Carnelian and tiger's eye version, and it is stunning. It screams look at me red, but it's not "in your face cha cha cha red" as sometimes too much red can be. The tiger's eye neutral color tones the red down, and it makes the look more a regal red piece. Also, the same mellow tiger's eye that tones it down creates that magical glow due to the striations. That's just my opinion of course.

For what it's worth, I still hold the opinion the GMOP diamond 20 necklace is neither here nor there. To me, if you remove the VCA label, it does not really make a statement to me as a piece of jewelry. If you want something GMOP, I think a 20 GMOP makes more of a statement. Or, if you want a diamond necklace, a 36" diamond riviere is lovely. They are both centerpieces. That's just my two cents of course.

For inspiration, I’ve attached some photos. I love this combo. I also recall you already have a tiger's eye 20 to create this look if you like it. I had planned to do the same with the WG Magic and my WG MOP 20, but the look is not the same, not even close.
I hope you can try the carnelian on and see how you like it.

Just my two cents. You look gorgeous in the Magic necklace.
One last comment... you have a beautiful smile.

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Just a thought that came to my mind but did you try the WG combo you mentioned on a navy or black sweater/shirt/dress? I actually think that on a black or navy, WG magic piece would shine and look so crisp! I actually find VCAYG rather subtle and WG very punchy, maybe I am wrong

 

[Ylesiya]

The hammered looks lovely on you but I have to say, coloured stones look fabulous on you! Especially that Agate!

I mix all 3 metals often (sorry to those who are one metal purists!) so your stack is beautiful to me! Also love the BA on you, really pops on your complexion! Gorgeous all around

Thank you so much I try not to mix metals in general but I found that Cartier/VCA rose gold tends to oxidise with time and be very close to YG anyway, so no brainer here. With Onyx and hammered next to each other I almost can't see any difference! BA is definitely in the queue!

The bleu agate is beautiful on you, but I’m with you, you need to find the perfect color. I like the more transparent, lighter blues.

Thank you - I want bright neon blue intense colour which pops blue on the skin. Normally the way pieces are laid out at the store in their lighting have nothing to do with how they will look IRL. I know people normally are after dark BA but this stone is blue and I want to see that blue!

This BA looks great on you, and kind of a bit RG-ish!

Thank you!

Hot & sunny with a white v neck & 6 motif

That TE with its striations is really gorgeous! And this tone of red is really nice - what a great piece you've got!

@etoupebirkin I love how you have the owl styled as a necklace. He really is cute!

@Ylesiya I can see why you would mix the RG and YG because I feel that Van Cleef's actually goes surprisingly well together. I was looking at some pieces next to each other in store over the weekend, and they can blend quite well.

I think Cartier and VCA use the same RG composition for their pieces which are actually quite close to YG and also oxidise with time and become more yellowish. I've seen once a 10+5 motif RG which was about 10 years old and it was totally YG. My 1 year old Cartier RG pieces also look quite YG-ish although I wear them gently and clean regularly

 

[BigAkoya]

Just a thought that came to my mind but did you try the WG combo you mentioned on a navy or black sweater/shirt/dress? I actually think that on a black or navy, WG magic piece would shine and look so crisp! I actually find VCAYG rather subtle and WG very punchy, maybe I am wrong

You are correct and most any long necklace goes with a dark top and will pop. It's a beautiful necklace when worn over a black/dark top.

However, I already have a lot of jewelry for dark outfits as I used to wear black on black constantly.
I dress super casual these days, and I have actually begun to dislike wearing dark black outfits and certainly not for summer.
I love color for summer. Color is so happy, and it's crazy, but people just smile at you for looking happy.

Yes... I totally agree with you about YG vs WG. I too think WG is very punchy, crispy and stands out more. And of course, when set with diamonds, WG (and platinum) makes the diamonds sparkle and pop.

 

[marbella8]

Thank you so much I try not to mix metals in general but I found that Cartier/VCA rose gold tends to oxidise with time and be very close to YG anyway, so no brainer here. With Onyx and hammered next to each other I almost can't see any difference! BA is definitely in the queue!


Thank you - I want bright neon blue intense colour which pops blue on the skin. Normally the way pieces are laid out at the store in their lighting have nothing to do with how they will look IRL. I know people normally are after dark BA but this stone is blue and I want to see that blue!


Thank you!


That TE with its striations is really gorgeous! And this tone of red is really nice - what a great piece you've got!


I think Cartier and VCA use the same RG composition for their pieces which are actually quite close to YG and also oxidise with time and become more yellowish. I've seen once a 10+5 motif RG which was about 10 years old and it was totally YG. My 1 year old Cartier RG pieces also look quite YG-ish although I wear them gently and clean regularly

Yes, I agree, I like the lightest-translucent blue, because once it’s worn it will be darker anyhow, since it’s translucent. Good luck!

 

[Ylesiya]

Didn't know where else to post it so posting here as I was dropping off some money for my beauties today!


I placed a deposit for the magic MOP earrings a couple of weeks ago but noticed that one of the stones is rattling within the setting and making a sound. My SA advised me that this issue can be fixed for free at the workshop, so I wanted to to share this information with everyone as I know sometimes this problem surfaces for other people and not always one wants to return a piece for a refund or exchange if the stone(s) is(are) nice. The reason for this is that the prongs are not tight enough which causes the stone to wobble producing the rattling sounds. I checked out the earrings today and the sound was gone while the earrings were totally perfect.


And here is another obsession I found today at the store: 3 flower frivole earrings. I loved them completely! Very shiny but not loud. Suitable for every day and a night out. Not too girly, not too much or too little. I am in love and these are definitely on my wishlist when I complete my dear MOP pieces



Mod shot: excuse my ugly ears, I know they are not beautiful, especially in that light!

 

[glamourbag]

Didn't know where else to post it so posting here as I was dropping off some money for my beauties today!
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I placed a deposit for the magic MOP earrings a couple of weeks ago but noticed that one of the stones is rattling within the setting and making a sound. My SA advised me that this issue can be fixed for free at the workshop, so I wanted to to share this information with everyone as I know sometimes this problem surfaces for other people and not always one wants to return a piece for a refund or exchange if the stone(s) is(are) nice. The reason for this is that the prongs are not tight enough which causes the stone to wobble producing the rattling sounds. I checked out the earrings today and the sound was gone while the earrings were totally perfect.
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And here is another obsession I found today at the store: 3 flower frivole earrings. I loved them completely! Very shiny but not loud. Suitable for every day and a night out. Not too girly, not too much or too little. I am in love and these are definitely on my wishlist when I complete my dear MOP pieces
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Mod shot: excuse my ugly ears, I know they are not beautiful, especially in that light!
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That is good to know about the rattling. I think you will enjoy those magic earrings a lot. The three flower frivole are lovely. Its good to try as many options as possible as sometimes what we never thought would work for us look spectacular. Its always good to know all your options. And no to the ugly ears comment - they are not ugly.

 

[eternallove4bag]

Didn't know where else to post it so posting here as I was dropping off some money for my beauties today!
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I placed a deposit for the magic MOP earrings a couple of weeks ago but noticed that one of the stones is rattling within the setting and making a sound. My SA advised me that this issue can be fixed for free at the workshop, so I wanted to to share this information with everyone as I know sometimes this problem surfaces for other people and not always one wants to return a piece for a refund or exchange if the stone(s) is(are) nice. The reason for this is that the prongs are not tight enough which causes the stone to wobble producing the rattling sounds. I checked out the earrings today and the sound was gone while the earrings were totally perfect.
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And here is another obsession I found today at the store: 3 flower frivole earrings. I loved them completely! Very shiny but not loud. Suitable for every day and a night out. Not too girly, not too much or too little. I am in love and these are definitely on my wishlist when I complete my dear MOP pieces
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Mod shot: excuse my ugly ears, I know they are not beautiful, especially in that light!
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Oh girl, you know how much I love magic earrings! I find them so easy to wear and they are not at all heavy. congrats on your beautiful addition @Ylesiya
On the Frivole 3 flower earrings, they are beautiful! I hope they join your beautiful bling family soon.

 

[LKNN]

Here’s more pics of my Magic necklace, my Owl pin, and some Alhambra bracelets.

I’m channeling @BigAkoya with Pucci leggings and a white shirt.

I really love Magic necklaces. I am seriously considering the Tiger’s Eye and Carnelian and or the WG chalcedony, MOP, and Onyx vetsions.

I thought I wanted the GMOP, Diamond PG 20-motif. But I have a really hard time pulling the trigger on it because it’s so expensive.

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The magic necklace looks so beautiful on you and I just love how you styled it with the Owl pin-- perfection! I need this pin in my life!! I love magic necklaces too and plan on getting the wg/pave one at some point in the (i hope not too, too distant) future. Have you tried doing the choker/ necklace look with the magic? I love that look as well.
With respect to the gmop/pave/rg 20... though I would never discourage anyone from buying that necklace as i am head over heels over mine, i feel like your magic necklace and the pave/gmop 20 necklace fill the same space, if that makes sense. I can't really think of a situation where you can wear the 20 gmop/pave but not the magic. The magic in this colorway really dresses up or down quite nicely so i really don't see the need* for the 20. But thats just my thinking as a jewlery and watch minimalist

 

[Lynnsluxecloset]

Sharing my blues. Happy Wednesday

 

[100700]

My new necklace. It’s definitely the most beautiful necklace ever ~~~

 

[EpiFanatic]

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Here’s more pics of my Magic necklace, my Owl pin, and some Alhambra bracelets.

I’m channeling @BigAkoya with Pucci leggings and a white shirt.

I really love Magic necklaces. I am seriously considering the Tiger’s Eye and Carnelian and or the WG chalcedony, MOP, and Onyx vetsions.

I thought I wanted the GMOP, Diamond PG 20-motif. But I have a really hard time pulling the trigger on it because it’s so expensive.

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Perfection. That owl pin worn as a pendant is everything.