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Yes. I have outgrown several. They have been re-homed in favor of other pieces.
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Thanks @Happyish for your valuable insight. I came to realize I was doing it all wrong, starting with the least cost items because I was still pining for my grail items.
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Oh nothing bad. I just wanted a different grey MOP pendant (one that more matches the grey MOP charm on my magic bracelet) and sold it to a lovely tPF'er. The Onyx LE earrings just walked, one day. No idea what happened to them.
I am hoping I can choose a magic grey MOP now that it's standard stock item. I'd like to be able to choose the grey MOP that matches my bracelet more.
I started with VCA in 2016, so I haven't had it very long. But in that time frame, no, I definitely am not tired of any of my VCA. I don't wear any of it on a daily basis, so I look forward to wearing it on the weekends, mostly. That said, there is plenty of jewelry from the past that I either sold or gave my daughters. I consider that the pieces I buy now are going to be in my collection as long as I am around, and they'll be handed down eventually. I am very focused on what I really like at this point.
This is not my experience in NYC. There are items in the display and they are restocking. My SA is amazing and very communicative
This is probably the case. I have been offered multiple earrings in the last few months. Passed on some, bought others. Maybe all the new stock goes straight to established clients? I’ve been offered things I’ve been casually waiting for and things I’ve never asked about. Still waiting on some fully paid orders though… mysterious
They absolutely have had these both recently. I have passed on several pairs. I don’t know your previous relationship with the NYC flagship but they’ve been nothing but exceptional with me, so I’m really sorry you had this experience and hope mine is more typical.
Whichever one you’ll wear more and makes you happier. Best not to think of either as an investment. For my money I’d get the rg to match your bracelet
No. I get tired of Tiffany pieces too (and Cartier). I’ve even stopped wearing my engagement and wedding rings sometimes (nothing personal). You’ll always find me with at least one piece of vca on. I think because of the different stones and golds and collections. They’re interesting but not cutesy/gimmicky which imo Tiffany can be, even fine pieces. I have some Tiffany diamond pieces I can’t wear because I find the settings too pokey and they actually hurt my skin. I’m also bored of seeing so much Cartier everywhere. I see some VCA but nowhere near as much and not variety (vintage pendants and sweet pieces mostly, almost only Alhambra)
Thank you for your help!
I searched and found a lot of information about caring for Malachite here. I just love the green
This looks beautiful. I hope your wrist and hand are okay! hugs
@nightbefore, hope you find what you are looking for in Milan. It is a gorgeous boutique. When I was there I saw a fabulous VCA exhibit in the basement!
Thank you! I will try that with my DBTY. It would be lovely to put it back in rotation! The pokiest are the Victoria alternating and cluster pieces. Each setting has a sharp little prong. My rings have literally made the neighboring fingers bleed
Anyone know anything about the Seoul Maison RG Guilloche x MOP bracelet? Prices & Availability? I have a friend going to Seoul soon and was wondering if its worth me sending her there to pick it up for me.
Hi! My thoughts on this if I may..
To get tired of something in 6 months sounds like the purchase was made due to an external influence (e.g. friend, social media, advertising) or perhaps an impulse buy. Of course, I am not saying this is your case. I think the issue is you have realized it is not your look.
There are tons of people who love Tiffany HardWear and keep collecting, so it's not the collection. HardWear is so popular Tiffany launched new pieces with pave that are gorgeous. I think HardWear is a very unique collection. It's very bold and edgey, especially the Large Link necklace and bracelet with pave... love it! It is so striking when worn. However, do I own any HardWear pieces? No. Why? It's not my look; my jewelry look is bold, but it is definitely not edgey. The look I prefer in jewelry is bold and glamorous.
Before you dive into VCA...
You may want to surf a bit to see if you really like VCA's look. HardWear and VCA are completely differently looks. HardWear is a very industrial look, hence the name and theme of their pieces. VCA Alhambra is a very feminine look with its milgrain edges, four leaf clover theme, and gentle stones. Some ladies think VCA is too feminine and even stuffy, old lady. This is the VCA forum, we all drank the VCA Kool Aid, so if you ask us, none of us will say VCA is stuffy, and we will sing its praises.
Before you make another mistake...
Think about your look... feminine, glamorous, edgey, rocker chic, bohemian, granola, etc. Everyone has a look. This may help in your selection of jewelry. Surf and see photos of people wearing it and ask yourself if it's you, your look.
Finally, don't buy into the latest trend, marketing hype, or a friend's influence. All jewelry is beautiful, whether it's classic or trendy. Jewelry is 100% personal preference. It's what you love, and there is no right or wrong. Take your time to build your collection to see what you really love.
Just my two cents. Hope this was helpful. Good luck to you!
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