I only just received it yesterday but don’t think I’ll push showering with it. I don’t shower with any VCA pieces unless they are all gold but I appreciate others do things differently. I think if I did get the agate, onyx or carnelian wet, they would be ok though. This is why I chose these stones vs MOP and malachite.
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Thanks for ur reply! Yeah I read these stones will do ok even if they get wet and since I do not like the hassle of removing bracelets frequently I’m looking at either of those 3 stones but the blue agate is calling to me.
Hi! Congratulations on your onyx necklace!
I am a matchy matchy person, so for me, I would get a matching bracelet for sure, no doubt in my mind. It creates a beautiful set.
I dress super casual, and I feel matching sets help me look put together, even when dressed like a slob.
That said, there are lots of people who prefer not to match and like to toss on different colors, so this is 100% personal preference.
I love love love blue agate, so if you do not need to match, and want blue agate, I would get it.
My thoughts on non-matching stones to share...
I personally think MOP works better with onyx, they complement and do not compete. MOP also glows on the skin; it's such a gorgeous stone. If you want a color though, MOP can be boring as it's not a "color."
My second choice to complement onyx would be carnelian. Both are bold and stand on their own, yet they are strong enough to work with each other without one getting lost.
My last choice is actually blue agate with onyx. Onyx is a stark intense black, but I see blue agate as a happy bright blue. I am not fond of the intense black and bright blue combination together. It may not compete that much because the bracelet and pendant are far away, but even so, I personally do not like this color combo. For me, the lightness of the blue agate gets lost a bit next to the heaviness of black onyx. The intensity of the black onyx then is also softened next to the bright happy blue, so the look together for me is neither bold black nor happy bright blue. The blue agate to me is a happy summer color and should not be weighed down with black. That's just me though, and again, the two pieces are far away, so it might not bother you or you might even like it.
I just want to share my thoughts for another point of view.
As I said earlier, if you don't mind not matching and you don't feel a off when you wear it, go with what you love.
I think once you try on a few bracelets, your gut will tell you if it works.
I hope you try the matching on the onyx too. I personally think your pendant and a matching bracelet would be perfect. It's the perfect amount of that harsh black to make a statement, but not too much black to make it look somber or too goth. Plus, you can wear the oynx set all the time with your outfits. Blue agate to me does not work with everything and for me, definitely not in the winter.
In the end, it's 100% preference. There is no right or wrong, but I think it's always good to hear different points of view so you can decide what works best for you.
Hope this was helpful. Good luck to you!
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You look so gorgeous! I miss Turkey; enjoy the incredible food for me!VCA as the perfect travel jewelry
Istanbul, Bosphorus. First pic from the hotel room balcony. Third pic is from the restaurant Mikla. last pic is of a wedding from the balcony of the hotel restaurant. Several patrons including me were captivated by the fairytale sight and took pics from afar. I include it bc VCA would have been perfect for the bride
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you wear the 6 motif beautifully. Istanbul, Bosphorus is beautiful as well.VCA as the perfect travel jewelry
Istanbul, Bosphorus. First pic from the hotel room balcony. Third pic is from the restaurant Mikla. last pic is of a wedding from the balcony of the hotel restaurant. Several patrons including me were captivated by the fairytale sight and took pics from afar. I include it bc VCA would have been perfect for the bride
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Thank you so much @BigAkoya , @nicole0612, and @rosebean ! 
@matoo, I agree with @BigAkoya, but as she says, this is subjective; there’s no wrong answer. If you love the black combo with blue, then you should go for it. I do think the single magic onyx motif is simple enough that if you are the type of person who mixes, a five motif blue agate bracelet could be a very nice addition. Probably depends on your style (I mix blue and black all the time; the most recent example being a black wolford stretch top and chanel synthetic tie cardigan with a blue dior palm skirt in my post above). Happy shopping
@matoo, I agree with @BigAkoya, but as she says, this is subjective; there’s no wrong answer. If you love the black combo with blue, then you should go for it. I do think the single magic onyx motif is simple enough that if you are the type of person who mixes, a five motif blue agate bracelet could be a very nice addition. Probably depends on your style (I mix blue and black all the time; the most recent example being a black wolford stretch top and chanel synthetic tie cardigan with a blue dior palm skirt in my post above). Happy shopping
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Really like the serpenti with the two perlee d’or stack. So cool and easy.
Chiaoapple, I know this may be a weird request but if you’re ever in casual clothes, t shirt, tank whatever, can you take some pics with your fabulous stacks? Would love to see your combos with more casual attire. Thanks.
Love how you rock that 6-motif with everything. Such a bold yet elegant statement piece. So versatile. You look fab in everything.VCA as the perfect travel jewelry
Istanbul, Bosphorus. First pic from the hotel room balcony. Third pic is from the restaurant Mikla. last pic is of a wedding from the balcony of the hotel restaurant. Several patrons including me were captivated by the fairytale sight and took pics from afar. I include it bc VCA would have been perfect for the bride
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a mod shot of wind-blown 3 motif wmop-onyx-gmop earrings on Lake Como 
Also in combination with the frivole 5 flower bracelet, to keep the floral theme!
Also in combination with the frivole 5 flower bracelet, to keep the floral theme!
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Fabulous!!! The emoji perfectly sums it up!
thank you! it was fun feeling them blow in the wind on the boat. They’re lighter than you would think!
These earrings are so gorgeous and look effortless on you!a mod shot of wind-blown 3 motif wmop-onyx-gmop earrings on Lake Como
Also in combination with the frivole 5 flower bracelet, to keep the floral theme!
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So beautiful on you!a mod shot of wind-blown 3 motif wmop-onyx-gmop earrings on Lake Como
Also in combination with the frivole 5 flower bracelet, to keep the floral theme!
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gorgeous and carefree ! And so are the earrings!a mod shot of wind-blown 3 motif wmop-onyx-gmop earrings on Lake Como
Also in combination with the frivole 5 flower bracelet, to keep the floral theme!
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Loving all the outfits!VCA as the perfect travel jewelry
Istanbul, Bosphorus. First pic from the hotel room balcony. Third pic is from the restaurant Mikla. last pic is of a wedding from the balcony of the hotel restaurant. Several patrons including me were captivated by the fairytale sight and took pics from afar. I include it bc VCA would have been perfect for the bride
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What fun jewelry you’ll get to see and buy in Turkey!