They are very comfortable to wear daily. I wear most days for work (when I was in office…). I find them hard to wear casually during the day and find them more formal. I have the yg pave. The pg with pink sapphire look much easier to wear casually but I would have trouble matching them with my work attire. I am considering getting a couple week sweet pairs and the pave butterflies for casual wear.
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If you have to layer, I would do just the Cartier and VA pendant. Adding on the Tiffany pendant makes it look like you're trying to wear all your pendants at once. It's not so much as it's too much, but rather, I personally don't think the themes match at all. Th3e silver locket is off to me. Plus, now you have all different metals... the Cartier looks like RG, the VA is YG, and the Tiffany locket looks like silver? Mixing metals is fine if you have a theme, but to me, this looks all over the place. I also think the silver locket takes away from the VA pendant.
That said, if you want to look eclectic, piling on stuff, this is definitely the look.
It's all preference of course, and it's what you like that matters.
Thank you. I agree. Think the Tiffany should be left on its own..
Don’t mean to stray from the VCA discussions…just wanted to let those of you who suggested getting a watch to know that we were lucky to get a Rolex Datejust 41 in RG and Oystersteel and sundust dial while in Waikiki. Serendipitously, the SA I was speaking with at Rolex happened to be at Hermes for 6 years before coming to Rolex 3 years ago. We chatted about all things H and SAs we both knew, etc. etc. Next thing I knew he sent me a text a few hours after I left the boutique asking if I’d like this watch. I said yes of course! 
The professional sportier watches are harder to come by and have a long local wait list but he said he’ll try that for us on our next trip.
Here she is. Happy early anniversary to me. I mentioned to DH that he can borrow it sometimes. Lol.
The professional sportier watches are harder to come by and have a long local wait list but he said he’ll try that for us on our next trip.Here she is. Happy early anniversary to me. I mentioned to DH that he can borrow it sometimes. Lol.
The 41mm looks great on you! I love big watches.Don’t mean to stray from the VCA discussions…just wanted to let those of you who suggested getting a watch to know that we were lucky to get a Rolex Datejust 41 in RG and Oystersteel and sundust dial while in Waikiki. Serendipitously, the SA I was speaking with at Rolex happened to be at Hermes for 6 years before coming to Rolex 3 years ago. We chatted about all things H and SAs we both knew, etc. etc. Next thing I knew he sent me a text a few hours after I left the boutique asking if I’d like this watch. I said yes of course!
Here she is. Happy early anniversary to me. I mentioned to DH that he can borrow it sometimes. Lol.
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You can surprise hubby with a similar Rolex watch, and then you can borrow his! Yes, I am guilty of surprising hubby with Rolexes I like.
Congratulations! The watch is fabulous on you! Happy Anniversary!
By the way, as a thought...Don’t mean to stray from the VCA discussions…just wanted to let those of you who suggested getting a watch to know that we were lucky to get a Rolex Datejust 41 in RG and Oystersteel and sundust dial while in Waikiki. Serendipitously, the SA I was speaking with at Rolex happened to be at Hermes for 6 years before coming to Rolex 3 years ago. We chatted about all things H and SAs we both knew, etc. etc. Next thing I knew he sent me a text a few hours after I left the boutique asking if I’d like this watch. I said yes of course!
Here she is. Happy early anniversary to me. I mentioned to DH that he can borrow it sometimes. Lol.
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Since you have a Rolex SA that is willing to help you get items, if you are really interested in getting a Daytona SS, I would get on the wait list now. As you know, the wait list for a Daytona SS is not open to everyone, but I am sure your SA will put you on it.
The Daytona SS is the hardest Rolex watch to get, and the wait list is in years, not months. It has been that way for years too, s it won't ease up anytime soon. To many, the Daytona SS is the HG of Rolexes.
I waited two years for mine, but it was worth it.
Just a thought since you have a SA now that will put you on the waiting list. Strike while the iron is hot!
You can tell hubby the watch is for him, but you can then hijack the watch when it arrives.
My hubby is the happiest with his $50 Casio watch. He buys different colored wrist straps for his cheapy Casio.. that's his fun.
Congratulations again! I am so happy for you!
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Many thanks, @BigAkoya! Great idea on the wait list. The SA said he has clients that would hop on a plane to come pick up a watch when it comes in. We also like the GMT with SS and RG although not sure if the RG makes it less practical for a sports watch.By the way, as a thought...
Since you have a Rolex SA that is willing to help you get items, if you are really interested in getting a Daytona SS, I would get on the wait list now. As you know, the wait list for a Daytona SS is not open to everyone, but I am sure your SA will put you on it.
The Daytona SS is the hardest Rolex watch to get, and the wait list is in years, not months. It has been that way for years too, s it won't ease up anytime soon. To many, the Daytona SS is the HG of Rolexes.
I waited two years for mine, but it was worth it.
Just a thought since you have a SA now that will put you on the waiting list. Strike while the iron is hot!
You can tell hubby the watch is for him, but you can then hijack the watch when it arrives.
My hubby is the happiest with his $50 Casio watch. He buys different colored wrist straps for his cheapy Casio.. that's his fun.
Congratulations again! I am so happy for you!
I personally think if you get a GMT, I would keep it SS. I think the GMT Batman rocks! I like it more than the Pepsi as the Batman blue bezel is a royal blue and so striking. My two cents on the SS and RG, I personally do not like the brown/black bezel. The black half is nice, but I think it looks dull when paired with the brown. Then the oyster bracelet is RG. It's kind of a messy look to me, but that's just me of course. It's all preference.
But yes... pick the watch you want and get on the wait list now since you just purchased a Rolex and are active with a SA.
Good luck!
Congratulations!! Scoring a Rolex at retail is always a big win!Don’t mean to stray from the VCA discussions…just wanted to let those of you who suggested getting a watch to know that we were lucky to get a Rolex Datejust 41 in RG and Oystersteel and sundust dial while in Waikiki. Serendipitously, the SA I was speaking with at Rolex happened to be at Hermes for 6 years before coming to Rolex 3 years ago. We chatted about all things H and SAs we both knew, etc. etc. Next thing I knew he sent me a text a few hours after I left the boutique asking if I’d like this watch. I said yes of course!
Here she is. Happy early anniversary to me. I mentioned to DH that he can borrow it sometimes. Lol.
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Fluted bezel DJs are classic Rolex.I was given the opportunity from my SA to get the pink sapphire Frivole earrings and pendant set, but now I'm thinking about the pink sapphire/pave butterfly earrings or ring instead?? Can money grow on trees so we can just get everything on our wishlists??
She did say I would need to special order the ring as I have large fingers (size 61), so I wouldn't necessarily be able to try it on beforehand. She said they rarely get sizes >55 in the store. Opinions?!!
She did say I would need to special order the ring as I have large fingers (size 61), so I wouldn't necessarily be able to try it on beforehand. She said they rarely get sizes >55 in the store. Opinions?!!
Thanks, @EpiFanatic! I prefer the fluted bezel as I’m pretty rough with my watch (talk with my hands lol) so I would be worried about scratching if it’s the smooth bezel.Congratulations!! Scoring a Rolex at retail is always a big win!
Happy Anniversary. What a lovely surprise and it looks great on you. Youre lucky you got this beauty.Don’t mean to stray from the VCA discussions…just wanted to let those of you who suggested getting a watch to know that we were lucky to get a Rolex Datejust 41 in RG and Oystersteel and sundust dial while in Waikiki. Serendipitously, the SA I was speaking with at Rolex happened to be at Hermes for 6 years before coming to Rolex 3 years ago. We chatted about all things H and SAs we both knew, etc. etc. Next thing I knew he sent me a text a few hours after I left the boutique asking if I’d like this watch. I said yes of course!
Here she is. Happy early anniversary to me. I mentioned to DH that he can borrow it sometimes. Lol.
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Can you go in and try the frivole? I have the yg pave and love. I think you might NEED a pair of butterflies and the frivole. Haha!I was given the opportunity from my SA to get the pink sapphire Frivole earrings and pendant set, but now I'm thinking about the pink sapphire/pave butterfly earrings or ring instead?? Can money grow on trees so we can just get everything on our wishlists??
She did say I would need to special order the ring as I have large fingers (size 61), so I wouldn't necessarily be able to try it on beforehand. She said they rarely get sizes >55 in the store. Opinions?!!
I have large fingers too despite being petite. I would still try to see if you try the ring, even in on your pinky or half way down finger to see the size of the butterflies. Then if you love you can order. I did this with the noeud. You might the butterfly ring small, suggest you try frivole ring too.
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You need to try these. It's the only way to make a decision. I've had my heart set on certain pieces, only to find when I tried them that they weren't flattering. In each instance, even my SA agreed.I was given the opportunity from my SA to get the pink sapphire Frivole earrings and pendant set, but now I'm thinking about the pink sapphire/pave butterfly earrings or ring instead?? Can money grow on trees so we can just get everything on our wishlists??
She did say I would need to special order the ring as I have large fingers (size 61), so I wouldn't necessarily be able to try it on beforehand. She said they rarely get sizes >55 in the store. Opinions?!!
Perhaps there's another ring you can try? Or put two earrings on top of your fingers, to get the look of the two-butterfly, and have your SA take a photo. I always find that when I look at photos once I'm home -- away from the wonderful lighting, and the excitement of a new piece, that it gives me a better idea of whether it's the right choice.
That should give you a better idea of which direction to pursue.
Finally, forget us. You're the one who will be wearing these--and not temporarily. This is a long-term purchase.
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