VCA ~ Van Cleef Arpels Discussion thread!

[cayman718]

This is gorgeous. And yes, I would wear it casual too as formal events for me now are far and few so I wear my bling everyday.

This ring is beautiful and looks great on you. Would you please be so kind to post side shots? I love how it wraps to the side of your finger, like a garland of flowers.

I love rubies but only saw the blue sapphire and mauve/pink sapphire rings on the website. Do you know if it comes in WG in other combos?
Thanks, and more mod shots please.

I was looking at getting another BTF ring as I am in love with BTF rings now (I recently purchased the Frivole BTF WG pave ring). But I may drop that idea for this.
Thanks for sharing.

Here are some more mod shots and a fun still life. I am wearing it with the Etincelle de Cartier band so you can see the size. As you can see it’s a substantial ring! In WG there are the blue sapphire, pink/mauve sapphire and all diamond versions. The ruby version is in RG.

I hope you ladies are sufficiently enabled! Please post updates!

 

[BigAkoya]

Here are some more mod shots and a fun still life. I am wearing it with the Etincelle de Cartier band so you can see the size. As you can see it’s a substantial ring! In WG there are the blue sapphire, pink/mauve sapphire and all diamond versions. The ruby version is in RG.

I hope you ladies are sufficiently enabled! Please post updates!

I am totally enabled... I woke up this morning and first thing I did was to check to see if you had posted mod shots yet.
Thank you so much for taking the time to post these photos!
Your ring is beautiful, and it looks great on you. It looked so "wimpy" inside the case, but nope, not at all... it's bold and feminine and makes a statement which is a look I love. I also love how the design wraps all the way to the edge of the finger too. A pet peeve of mine for rings is that you only see a design at the top and then it's a metal shank on the side. But no one only stares at their ring straight from the top; it is always from an angle hence the shank needs to be beautiful too. This ring is lovely, and as I mentioned earlier... it's like an eternity garland ring of flowers.

Thank you again for posting these photos. You ring is gorgeous, and it looks fabulous on you!

 

[880]

My son was accepted to Berklee/Boston Conservatory with a large scholarship (which is nice and helpful, of course, but says more to him that they really want him to attend) so he will be heading to Boston too in the fall (a relief as he only applied to two schools). I think they will be in person for sure by the fall, which is so important. And we love Boston! VCA and Hermès are only a few blocks from Berklee

Congratulations! He must be so excited and so proud to have his first choice! They should definitely be in person by fall 2021! The relatively new (ish) four seasons and Mandarin Oriental are close by too for the times you visit! Hugs

how about the Liane to celebrate!!!!!!

@crimsonmommabear, I initially suggested a Rolex or Cartier, but I love @EpiFanatic ’s suggestion of Diamond studs that can be upgraded as she gets older.

@oranGetRee, I am in the minority, but I do like the two butterfly on you (and I’m not a butterfly person. I like how it sits askew on your finger, like it’s about to take off in flight. it’s whimsical, but substantial, with presence.

@oranGetRee, @cayman718, @willeyi, I love the action pics of the folie des prise rings above. They are stunning, and I hope you get it! Love the blue (I am a blue person too) even more than the red.

 

[Notorious Pink]

Congratulations! I dated a boy from Berklee many years ago...loved the atmosphere there and love Boston. Happy holidays!

Congratulations to your son. I love Boston (use to live there), and would be happy if one of my kids went to a school there just for the excuse to visit.

Congratulations!!! You definitely deserve a present for supporting and guiding him!

Congratulations! He must be so excited and so proud to have his first choice! They should definitely be in person by fall 2021! The relatively new (ish) four seasons and Mandarin Oriental are close by too for the times you visit! Hugs

how about the Liane to celebrate!!!!!!

Thank you!!! I am thrilled and relieved....now he just has to graduate. I don't post too much about personal stuff here but he has had quite a trying year, on top of an unusual year for everyone, but there's been some really good things too.

I loooooove the idea of a treat for me (of course, lol) and the amount we are saving more than covers a Liane, but that's not in the cards right now. I love the Liane so much but I'm wondering if I should just get everything else on my list first because I don't see myself being "good"/taking up residence on ban island for as long as it would take to get it (at least a year, probably more). I will just have to celebrate with something else.

 

[Notorious Pink]

I tried! This is how it looks. The price tag is the only reason I’m resisting. How does it look?

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These are soooo gorgeous on you!!

Here are some more mod shots and a fun still life. I am wearing it with the Etincelle de Cartier band so you can see the size. As you can see it’s a substantial ring! In WG there are the blue sapphire, pink/mauve sapphire and all diamond versions. The ruby version is in RG.

I hope you ladies are sufficiently enabled! Please post updates!

Yes, these photos are VERY enabling! LOVE!!

 

[gris.etain]

Update: I'm glad I made the right decision to return my onyx that has huge air gaps and replace it with mop. This new bracelet is simply divine! it has no air gaps and shines really bright and pink which i love! it actually looks a lot like a pink mop in some angles. thanks everyone for helpful advices. I agree that we should never settle for less when choosing the right piece.

 

[BigAkoya]

Thank you!!! I am thrilled and relieved....now he just has to graduate. I don't post too much about personal stuff here but he has had quite a trying year, on top of an unusual year for everyone, but there's been some really good things too.

I loooooove the idea of a treat for me (of course, lol) and the amount we are having more than covers a Liane, but that's not in the cards right now. I love the Liane so much but I'm wondering if I should just get everything else on my list first because I don't see myself being "good"/taking up residence on ban island for as long as it would take to get it (at least a year, probably more). I will just have to celebrate with something else.

Hi! You have so many beautiful pieces already, so I would recommend you not “add” to existing styles you already have. I say go for broke and buy the Liane. You will be able to enjoy it so much sooner. Plus, it seems like this would be a new style for you to add to your VCA collection, and I think you will truly enjoy it so much!

You already have a fabulous collection, and if I may be so bold to say... you don’t need, say “another bracelet”... nope, it won’t add much impact to your collection. But the Liane, that will make an impact... it pops and makes a statement. True high jewelry. You can also wear it along side your other pieces for a really nice look.

That’s just my two cents.
Hope that helps.

 

[baghagg]

Update: I'm glad I made the right decision to return my onyx that has huge air gaps and replace it with mop. This new bracelet is simply divine! it has no air gaps and shines really bright and pink which i love! it actually looks a lot like a pink mop in some angles. thanks everyone for helpful advices. I agree that we should never settle for less when choosing the right piece.
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Gorgeous!!!

 

[lynne_ross]

Update: I'm glad I made the right decision to return my onyx that has huge air gaps and replace it with mop. This new bracelet is simply divine! it has no air gaps and shines really bright and pink which i love! it actually looks a lot like a pink mop in some angles. thanks everyone for helpful advices. I agree that we should never settle for less when choosing the right piece.
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Wow that mop looks pink. Is it pink in most light?

 

[eliseypeesey]

Hi everyone!! I’ve been considering purchasing the 5 motif onyx as the second edition to my collection (I currently have a sweet MOP bracelet). I was wondering if anyone can share their opinions on the bracelet or how the onyx is? My SA has told me it’s quite a sturdy stone compared to other stones. Mainly wondering if you get lots of wear out of it, don’t have any regrets choosing onyx and just anything in general! It’s going to be a big purchase for me so i would just like to hear everyone’s thoughts!
Edit: also any tips you would share on choosing the specific bracelet? Looking out for air gaps etc

 

[Notorious Pink]

Hi! You have so many beautiful pieces already, so I would recommend you not “add” to existing styles you already have. I say go for broke and buy the Liane. You will be able to enjoy it so much sooner. Plus, it seems like this would be a new style for you to add to your VCA collection, and I think you will truly enjoy it so much!

You already have a fabulous collection, and if I may be so bold to say... you don’t need, say “another bracelet”... nope, it won’t add much impact to your collection. But the Liane, that will make an impact... it pops and makes a statement. True high jewelry. You can also wear it along side your other pieces for a really nice look.

That’s just my two cents.
Hope that helps.

Thank you so much! Actually, I haven't kept everything I've purchased, so there really isn't as much as you may think there is in my collection...magic earrings and pendant, vintage earrings, 20 motif and Perlee clover, that's it. Actually one of the pieces I sold (gmop/pave bracelet) is back on my list. My 2021 wish list thread pieces are my SO, which is a 10 motif Guilloche/Pave necklace, Two Butterfly Ring PG/MOP, and some PG/Pave Frivole Earrings, and there are a few other pieces I'd definitely like to add sooner rather than later.

 

[gris.etain]

Wow that mop looks pink. Is it pink in most light?

yes, it is pink in most light and angles. my SA specifically chose this one for me because of that.
Edit: I took another picture this time in broad daylight on the window sill. It's so hard to capture the accurate color but it gives off a beautiful shimmer of pinkish hue. My photo doesn't give it justice, it's much prettier in person.

 

[gris.etain]

Hi everyone!! I’ve been considering purchasing the 5 motif onyx as the second edition to my collection (I currently have a sweet MOP bracelet). I was wondering if anyone can share their opinions on the bracelet or how the onyx is? My SA has told me it’s quite a sturdy stone compared to other stones. Mainly wondering if you get lots of wear out of it, don’t have any regrets choosing onyx and just anything in general! It’s going to be a big purchase for me so i would just like to hear everyone’s thoughts!
Edit: also any tips you would share on choosing the specific bracelet? Looking out for air gaps etc

Hi, in my opinion, onyx is really beautiful because it pops and looks good on any skin tone. It's also a sturdy stone and less fussy than a mop. The only con I can think of is the large air gaps on some motifs but you can ask your SA to get you one that has minimal gaps and also the fingerprints and dirt is more noticeable on the onyx but it's just easy to wipe off.

 

[cjwls]

Hi everyone! I’m new here and new to VCA. I just got my first piece - vintage Alhambra in gray MOP + rose gold. I’m so in love I want to get something to match. What would you all recommend? The bracelet selection is limited in RG, and I really like the stone pendent as opposed to the all gold.

 

[vinotastic]

Hi everyone. I got a pair of onyx sweet earrings as a gift (my first VCA earring). However, I cannot wear them because the backs are very stiff. I can barely remove both and the one I cannot even push it against the back of the stone. Is this normal for this type of earring back?