VCA ~ Van Cleef Arpels Discussion thread!

[HADASSA]

Heard VCA in Westchester Co is the first to close, Aug 1. And will re open as a consigned store inside Neimans. Atlanta, apparently will be getting the largest VCA inside of Neiman Marcus, but not until next year. I bet they will follow their own return policy etc just like Chanel does, inside of Neimans and Saks.

Yes, so I hear. Remodeling it and will be run as a Van Cleef boutique inside Neimans.

Closing this August 01, 2021???

 

[Pitu]

Hi, need some advice here. Should I invest in a tennis bracelet or a VCA Vintage Alhambra necklace?

I had long wanted a tennis bracelet budget ard 2.5ct which I can wear daily. I only recently came upon the gold Vintage Alhambra which caught my eye. It was a beautiful piece and I love gold.

I’m not sure should I go for the VCA brand or get my tennis bracelet first. Hopeful the VCA will be next.

Would like to hv your thoughts.
Thanks so much.

 

[missie1]

Hi, need some advice here. Should I invest in a tennis bracelet or a VCA Vintage Alhambra necklace?

I had long wanted a tennis bracelet budget ard 2.5ct which I can wear daily. I only recently came upon the gold Vintage Alhambra which caught my eye. It was a beautiful piece and I love gold.

I’m not sure should I go for the VCA brand or get my tennis bracelet first. Hopeful the VCA will be next.

Would like to hv your thoughts.
Thanks so much.

I would advise to get tennis first simply because VCA is a rabbit hole you quickly fall down. The tennis is one and done. VCA various combinations and options tend to lead to wishlist items.

 

[vinotastic]

Hi, need some advice here. Should I invest in a tennis bracelet or a VCA Vintage Alhambra necklace?

I had long wanted a tennis bracelet budget ard 2.5ct which I can wear daily. I only recently came upon the gold Vintage Alhambra which caught my eye. It was a beautiful piece and I love gold.

I’m not sure should I go for the VCA brand or get my tennis bracelet first. Hopeful the VCA will be next.

Would like to hv your thoughts.
Thanks so much.

Would you also wear the VCA daily? Diamond prices fluctuate but VCA seems to always go up, so I would say get the vintage bracelet first.

 

[8seventeen19]

Hi everyone. I did a search but wasn’t able to find anything. From your experiences, did the Van Cleef white gold turn yellow after years of wear? I just purchased my first Van Cleef, a white gold perlee pearls of gold (perle d’or) bracelet, to go with my Cartier WG small love. I love how the Cartier WG patina and turns into a steel look. I was wondering if the Van Cleef would age similarly to the Cartier, or it might turn yellow and would need to be replated. Thanks!

Here is the current stack! And apologies for the yucky nails.

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It will. I have a Love ring (shown in this img as well) and it is the same color as my Perlee. I think I've had the WG Perlee for 3, almost 4 years now. It's in my daily stack with the single row pave and other Perlee bangles. My WG Perlee rings have all developed that patina also (next to the Love ring).

 

[kristy617]

It will. I have a Love ring (shown in this img as well) and it is the same color as my Perlee. I think I've had the WG Perlee for 3, almost 4 years now. It's in my daily stack with the single row pave and other Perlee bangles. My WG Perlee rings have all developed that patina also (next to the Love ring).

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I LOVE YOUR STACK!!!! Thanks for taking the time to respond! I am very happy to know this!

 

[cafecreme15]

Hi all! Have taken a bit of a break from TPF and VCA to focus on getting married and buying an apartment but I am just beginning to come back to it! Am thinking of my next purchase which will prob be toward the latter part of this year. Was originally thinking two motif Alhambra earrings but now I’m thinking I may get more use out of a 10 motif necklace since I just bought some non-VCA earrings I’m loving. I think the guilloche might be the one!

 

[Notorious Pink]

Went in today to look/confirm and it's definitely onyx for me. The MOP is beautiful, and it's hard to tell from the photos, but the onyx is much better against my skin; in person the WMOP blends in a bit.

 

[smallfry]

Hi all! Have taken a bit of a break from TPF and VCA to focus on getting married and buying an apartment but I am just beginning to come back to it! Am thinking of my next purchase which will prob be toward the latter part of this year. Was originally thinking two motif Alhambra earrings but now I’m thinking I may get more use out of a 10 motif necklace since I just bought some non-VCA earrings I’m loving. I think the guilloche might be the one!

Congratulations on your marriage and new home! All three necklaces look lovely, but I agree that the guilloche is the one. It really sparkles on you!

 

[glamourbag]

Hi all! Have taken a bit of a break from TPF and VCA to focus on getting married and buying an apartment but I am just beginning to come back to it! Am thinking of my next purchase which will prob be toward the latter part of this year. Was originally thinking two motif Alhambra earrings but now I’m thinking I may get more use out of a 10 motif necklace since I just bought some non-VCA earrings I’m loving. I think the guilloche might be the one!

Congratulations on the wedding and new apt!!!!!! As for the ten motif I fully support the guilloche! I love it and wear it often. its currently being shortened with VCA and I miss it already. I hope it comes home to you soon.

 

[prettychic]

Went in today to look/confirm and it's definitely onyx for me. The MOP is beautiful, and it's hard to tell from the photos, but the onyx is much better against my skin; in person the WMOP blends in a bit.

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I have the same exact Rose de Noel and it is my favorite piece, it's spectacular! I like the way you styled it and I like the black on you but as for the RdN the mop is really flattering on the skin

 

[cafecreme15]

Congratulations on your marriage and new home! All three necklaces look lovely, but I agree that the guilloche is the one. It really sparkles on you!

Congratulations on the wedding and new apt!!!!!! As for the ten motif I fully support the guilloche! I love it and wear it often. its currently being shortened with VCA and I miss it already. I hope it comes home to you soon.

Thank you both so much! I’m targeting to purchase late fall or early winter later this year. Hopefully before they sneak in another price increase since they are coming fast and furious now…

 

[Pitu]

I would advise to get tennis first simply because VCA is a rabbit hole you quickly fall down. The tennis is one and done. VCA various combinations and options tend to lead to wishlist items.

Would you also wear the VCA daily? Diamond prices fluctuate but VCA seems to always go up, so I would say get the vintage bracelet first.

Hi missie1 & vinotastic,
Oh, both your advice is so valid. The tennis is one and done but the prices for VCA is always increasing.
Sofar, I did try on the tennis bracelet but not VCA yet. Probably got to pop into the BCA boutique and see where my heart go.
Thanks so much, hope to make up my mind soon. Hv a good day.

 

[Notorious Pink]

Hi all! Have taken a bit of a break from TPF and VCA to focus on getting married and buying an apartment but I am just beginning to come back to it! Am thinking of my next purchase which will prob be toward the latter part of this year. Was originally thinking two motif Alhambra earrings but now I’m thinking I may get more use out of a 10 motif necklace since I just bought some non-VCA earrings I’m loving. I think the guilloche might be the one!

They’re all gorgeous on you, but if I had to pick one - and really there is no wrong choice here - I would say to go for the guilloche.

 

[eternallove4bag]

Hi all! Have taken a bit of a break from TPF and VCA to focus on getting married and buying an apartment but I am just beginning to come back to it! Am thinking of my next purchase which will prob be toward the latter part of this year. Was originally thinking two motif Alhambra earrings but now I’m thinking I may get more use out of a 10 motif necklace since I just bought some non-VCA earrings I’m loving. I think the guilloche might be the one!

Many congrats on your marriage and the new apartment! All three 10 motifs look amazing on you! My vote for guilloche! Looks extra good!