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#20,986
lolakitten said:
Thank you! The red is definitely a first for me, and I’m smitten :love:
Im less picky about symmetry in that sense as I have a very narrow face so I try my best to compliment that before thinking about what I’m matching it with, but I do want the general style & look to coordinate well.
I’m leaning towards the hammered! I’ll have to try on some magic earrings, even if in a different material. My vintage earrings are currently my biggest earrings, so magic would top those. I’m not sure if I’ll love the look or not! One thing I’ve learned is that my tastes have evolved and no opinion is 100% until I see it on me!
Now if they could pleeeeease not have another lockdown until after my birthday that would be awesome :-s
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100% agree! Our tastes are constantly evolving so I have learnt to say ‘never say never’:biggrin:… please post pics when you try them in store. And hopefully, no lockdown. Fingers crossed!
 
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Happyish said:
I started with the signature perlee and then added the single row perlee you're thinking about. It stacks beautifully with everything. Here's some photos.
I know there's also a lot of debate between the RG and the YG. I've included a stock photo showing the difference. But IRL you can't tell unless they're placed side-by-side. Mine are RG.

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Your stacks are stunning! I am a perlee lover so these speak to me :loveeyes:
 
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BigAkoya said:
Me too. I used to think the signature was ugly, but now I like it. It's a nice litle touch, and yes, the font is so tiny.
From a distance, it almost looks like elegantly engraved scrolls or vines to me.

I am glad VCA told you up front RG will change color. Your SA was honest, good SA! It's the copper in the RG that oxides hence RG will change color (RG has about 22-25% copper, it varies by manufacturer), albeit it will be very gradual and take years.
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Ditto! I was so put off by the engraving on the bracelet and now I don’t even notice it when I am wearing it! It’s such a staple piece.
 
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I will post pics if I find them!
I’ve been scouring the threads and I can’t seem to find any pics of the magic hammered, not even the vintage hammered! But the vintage I know I’ll like, so that’s easy.
Hopefully some stock starts to roll in in the next couple months…
 
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lolakitten said:
I will post pics if I find them!
I’ve been scouring the threads and I can’t seem to find any pics of the magic hammered, not even the vintage hammered! But the vintage I know I’ll like, so that’s easy.
Hopefully some stock starts to roll in in the next couple months…
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Magic Alhambra Earrings in Yellow Gold. These are very user-friendly. Large enough to have presence but not too big for every day.
 

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Hello everyone! I hope everyone has a wonderful and safe NYE tonight ❤️ So I have a unique question to ask. Naturally, I’m already thinking about my next VCA piece. I was digging through my wallet the other day and found at least 4 Amex/Visa gift cards that I forgot I had and would love to use! I remember my SA told me that he “thinks” the card limit, no matter the type, was 3 when making a purchase. I’m sure this may be something that they or the boutique manager can override, especially since Cartier has no limit to how many you want to use. I plan to ask him today but has anyone had experience with this or would anyone know the answer? It would technically be 5 cards, 4 of them gift cards and 1 credit card.
 
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cmadtmifyb0623 said:
Hello everyone! I hope everyone has a wonderful and safe NYE tonight ❤ So I have a unique question to ask. Naturally, I’m already thinking about my next VCA piece. I was digging through my wallet the other day and found at least 4 Amex/Visa gift cards that I forgot I had and would love to use! I remember my SA told me that he “thinks” the card limit, no matter the type, was 3 when making a purchase. I’m sure this may be something that they or the boutique manager can override, especially since Cartier has no limit to how many you want to use. I plan to ask him today but has anyone had experience with this or would anyone know the answer? It would technically be 5 cards, 4 of them gift cards and 1 credit card.
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Yes you def can. If he says he can’t do it, have him do a deposit on your account with each card.
 
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cmadtmifyb0623 said:
Hello everyone! I hope everyone has a wonderful and safe NYE tonight ❤ So I have a unique question to ask. Naturally, I’m already thinking about my next VCA piece. I was digging through my wallet the other day and found at least 4 Amex/Visa gift cards that I forgot I had and would love to use! I remember my SA told me that he “thinks” the card limit, no matter the type, was 3 when making a purchase. I’m sure this may be something that they or the boutique manager can override, especially since Cartier has no limit to how many you want to use. I plan to ask him today but has anyone had experience with this or would anyone know the answer? It would technically be 5 cards, 4 of them gift cards and 1 credit card.
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I have paid with 30-50 gift cards in Canada. The mall with VCA boutique use to have promotions where you could buy gift cards and get extra $ value and then immediately use at most stores in the mall including the VCA boutique. The gift cards would only hold up to $500 each. VCA always happily accepted them. So I am surprise to hear you would have an issue with # of cards you can use to pay.
 
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