VCA ~ Van Cleef Arpels Discussion thread!
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Hi Guys,
Any idea how long it will take to get a bracelet shortened? I am thinking of getting the 5 Motif MOP vintage Alhambra bracelet and my wrists are incredibly slim, so I'll need to get some links removed. Just want to have an idea of the time frame so I can plan accordingly. My SA is on vacation so I thought to check in with the REAL experts here lol
Update - I ended up going to the flagship store in Manhattan to get the bracelet and I was able to get it shortened in 3 days!!!
I bought it on Saturday, and by Wednesday I got an email notifying me that it was ready. Impressive!
Just thought to share in case anyone was considering visiting the flagship store in NY and wanted to know about the expedited process of getting your items repaired/customized. 3 days definitely beats 2 weeks for sure.
That’s fantastic! I need to get mine shortened more and might take a trip there to get it done.
That’s my home boutique and they are FABULOUS. I cannot say enough wonderful things about the people and the service there. [emoji175][emoji175][emoji175]
The Flagship on 5th Ave in NYC is the best ! The SA Yvan is the coolest guy on earth !
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Just bought my holy grail and first VCA from fashionphile (with COA and box!) - sweet alhambra necklace in carnelian! I really really wanted a sweet onyx one but since they don't make it, I'm crossing my fingers and hoping the red is superrrr dark! According to the images on fashionphile, it is, but you never really know until you see it.
After seeing the heart version on Amelia Liana (youtuber), I knew I had to go for it... it looks positively stunning on her !
BUT i do feel sort of guilty for spending so much on jewelry that's not even diamond (my parents are asian so they're okay with investing in diamond but I love the shape of the VCA clover so much!)..... can anyone ease my anxiety haha??
After seeing the heart version on Amelia Liana (youtuber), I knew I had to go for it... it looks positively stunning on her !
BUT i do feel sort of guilty for spending so much on jewelry that's not even diamond (my parents are asian so they're okay with investing in diamond but I love the shape of the VCA clover so much!)..... can anyone ease my anxiety haha??
Feel for you Nicole. I had an ear injury and couldn’t wear my three motif earrings any longer. Broke my heart as I waited so long to get them. I thought time would make the injury better for the earrings but my dr recommended I never wear longer earrings as it could result in more damage.
Thank you for your kind words. I am so sorry to hear about your ear injury and inability to wear your beautiful earrings. Were the three motif eqrrings too heavy to be converted to post-less clips? I have thought about trying this with my earrings down the road if need be, since it would allow a barrier between my skin and the metal.
I’ve noticed that Fashionphile’s photos are true to the actual color of the item. I saw the necklace you purchased and it’s the darkest red I’ve ever seen on Fashionphile. VCA jewelry is classic. Maybe they just need to be introduced to it[emoji846]
Please share a photo when it arrives and enjoy! Don’t feel anxious!
I'm so sorry to hear this. I have developed allergies to stuff that I used to be fine with since I moved coutries. It is unnerving. I feel for you.
Thank you!!! That makes me feel better
Unfortunately I'm several hours away from a boutique and I didn't want to pay retail (I'm a student so even saving up for this one was hard) so I'm really hoping I love the dark red! And I will! Thanks for the support! I noticed at one point VCA made a letter wood alhambra pendant and I can't imagine justifying that price to myself for wood haha.... at least this one is a stone! Ahh I love this forum so much.
Thank you so much. The good news is that with some very kind tips from members I have found ways that I should be able to wear my jewelry sparingly.