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paruparo said:
Got this in the mail today. I was so excited to receive it but as soon as i opened the box, i felt a bit let down. Not quite sure why. Maybe the color is different (darker) than what i envisioned it to be. Maybe it's the size... but i think its going back. Here's a quick pic though for all you VCA lovers :)
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On the flip side, my 10 motif, i love very much!

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I think the necklace is beautiful and I love turquoise. I have never tried that one on because my local store doesn't have it available and for me WG works is a little better color wise. Do you think it isn't enough of a substantial or fuller look like your 10 motif? Also, have you considered trying it on with more contrasting clothing colors that are more neutral like gray and black? Maybe it would make the color pop more. Against your denim jacket in the pic it just sort of blends in and gets lost maybe? I was browsing the forum and someone posted a pic of hers but she was wearing a dark grey shirt with it and it looked great. Just some thoughts.
 
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#9,947
paruparo said:
its the same size as the motifs on my onyx necklace but i guess you are right about me not expecting this sizewise. It looks amazing in fellow tpf members that have it, but i think it looks "lost" on me. Im just so surprised i didnt like it. But i guess thats why its always a good thing to try before you buy. Unfortunately, no VCA closeby. At least i can return it for a full refund :)
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Wow the onyx necklace looks so stunning on you! I think the turquoise is very nice also. I agree with dessert maybe if you had on a more contrasting top color it would make the turquoise color pop a little more. I don't think it looks too dainty- I think it looks like a great size on you. Also maybe if the collar of the top you wear with is not as high as the one in the picture it would showcase the necklace more.
 
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paruparo said:
its the same size as the motifs on my onyx necklace but i guess you are right about me not expecting this sizewise. It looks amazing in fellow tpf members that have it, but i think it looks "lost" on me. Im just so surprised i didnt like it. But i guess thats why its always a good thing to try before you buy. Unfortunately, no VCA closeby. At least i can return it for a full refund :)
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You might be happier with a magic pendant.
I love your pendant but it looks too short on your neck.
That's great that you can return it.
 
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dessert1st said:
I think the necklace is beautiful and I love turquoise. I have never tried that one on because my local store doesn't have it available and for me WG works is a little better color wise. Do you think it isn't enough of a substantial or fuller look like your 10 motif? Also, have you considered trying it on with more contrasting clothing colors that are more neutral like gray and black? Maybe it would make the color pop more. Against your denim jacket in the pic it just sort of blends in and gets lost maybe? I was browsing the forum and someone posted a pic of hers but she was wearing a dark grey shirt with it and it looked great. Just some thoughts.
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Good suggestion, I will try it on with different tops and see if it "pops" more for me then. I think you are right, I like the fuller look of the 10 motif.

smalls said:
Wow the onyx necklace looks so stunning on you! I think the turquoise is very nice also. I agree with dessert maybe if you had on a more contrasting top color it would make the turquoise color pop a little more. I don't think it looks too dainty- I think it looks like a great size on you. Also maybe if the collar of the top you wear with is not as high as the one in the picture it would showcase the necklace more.
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Thank you! When I bought the 10 motif onyx, it was quite unexpected because I always thought it would be too much on me. But I've been wearing it almost daily since February, so it has definitely become one of my faves!

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You might be happier with a magic pendant.
I love your pendant but it looks too short on your neck.
That's great that you can return it.
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It's a 16" (which is pretty much a choker on my thick neck lol). All my other necklaces are at least 18" so that may also be why it feels off to me. You may be right that I would like the look of a Magic Alhambra more... I have a work trip to NYC coming up, so I will try it then if I make it to the VCA store there!


P.S. It's a pre-loved piece from a consignment store so I am able to return it.
 
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Just got back from a lovely day out in the sunshine to receive this pic from my SM .
What a pleasant Easter surprise .
It is my long awaited Magic ring in rose gold .
Can't wait to receive it ,it has seemed such a long time since I ordered it .
 

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#9,951
I'll take two said:
Just got back from a lovely day out in the sunshine to receive this pic from my SM .
What a pleasant Easter surprise .
It is my long awaited Magic ring in rose gold .
Can't wait to receive it ,it has seemed such a long time since I ordered it .
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That is beyond gorgeous! I am very excited for you, hope it gets to you soon!
 
#9,954
I'll take two said:
Just got back from a lovely day out in the sunshine to receive this pic from my SM .

What a pleasant Easter surprise .

It is my long awaited Magic ring in rose gold .

Can't wait to receive it ,it has seemed such a long time since I ordered it .
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That is really beautiful! How fun that something you have waited so long for has arrived. Can't wait to see your modeling pics!
 
#9,955
Hi everyone,

I am new here in the USA and please i need your help (sorry if this is a stupid question). I don't really have any reward cards or store credit cards yet (i don't know what is holding me). Someone I met told me that they bought their VCA sweet Alhambra MOP earnings from the reward they got from NM card. I thought one can get 1% back (e.g with saks card spend $5,000 and you get $50 gift card). I don't think the person shops that much ...is it possible to get this kind of huge return from store credit cards? (i asked the person how they did it but i didn't get a reply :(

thanks for letting me know...btw is it worth to have Saks reward card (if i spend on average about $5,000 per year?) TIA. Xx
 
#9,956
paruparo said:
Got this in the mail today. I was so excited to receive it but as soon as i opened the box, i felt a bit let down. Not quite sure why. Maybe the color is different (darker) than what i envisioned it to be. Maybe it's the size... but i think its going back. Here's a quick pic though for all you VCA lovers :)
2w6htv6.jpg


On the flip side, my 10 motif, i love very much!

2efja01.jpg
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Agree with others, maybe you should try the Magic size?
I own the vintage size single motif in wg, it was my 1st purchase, but I rarely wear it now.
 
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