they are pretty much my everyday earrings....love them and so comfortable
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Ditto! Lol! I find there is nothing that I want to buy from VCa at the moment that suits my lifestyle. Im kinda moving over to Cartier...... hmmm.. i sold my previous only Cartier piece and now just bought one back.
I cannot find our old posts about jewelry cases! I keep scrolling back, but to no avail… lol
Thank you for your tips about using VCA/bag boxes to organize the boxes/travel cases that come with our pieces. It helped tremendously and my closet is a lot more organized now!
I finally organized my pieces in my new jewelry case and I have a question.
I got the medium size thinking it is more than enough. My collection is small and I am only hoping to add a few more pieces to what I already have. Well… my case is already full with the pieces that I have now!
My question is… should I get the large size (only because it’s on sale now lol) knowing I will add more pieces and need a bigger size or just do with what I have? I could give this medium size to my mom. I am conflicted — I don’t need the bigger size now, it works for my current situation, but I will need to upgrade in the future.
Thank you for your tips about using VCA/bag boxes to organize the boxes/travel cases that come with our pieces. It helped tremendously and my closet is a lot more organized now!
I finally organized my pieces in my new jewelry case and I have a question.
I got the medium size thinking it is more than enough. My collection is small and I am only hoping to add a few more pieces to what I already have. Well… my case is already full with the pieces that I have now!
My question is… should I get the large size (only because it’s on sale now lol) knowing I will add more pieces and need a bigger size or just do with what I have? I could give this medium size to my mom. I am conflicted — I don’t need the bigger size now, it works for my current situation, but I will need to upgrade in the future.
Hi! I'm not quite sure who you are asking, but I have an opinion on jewelry boxes!
I would get the large. Why?
You will certainly get more pieces in the future, and even if you add one new piece, you may want to rearrange!
The ability to rearrange is key for me, and having extra space allows you to organize your pieces exactly where you want to place them.
For example, I organize my pieces by collection. Using VCA as an example, my Alhambras are buddies together, my Frivoles are together, and Lotus is together. If I add a new piece, I would want that new piece to be in the same "section" which means I may need to rearrange a bit and make room for the kid in town. I like for them to hang out together in my jewelry box.
When putting on my jewelry, it also makes it easier for me to look at the pieces I have by collection.
I do not just want to put my newly acquired piece in "any available slot." If you are already tight on space, you'll end up with a piece stuck out there, somewhere and not near the collection. For me, I would rather have extra space to allow for growth and more importantly, for organization of your collections.
I hope that makes sense and helps.
P.S. If Wolf is on sale, not sure if you travel a lot, but I purchased the Maria Medium Travel Zip Box in Mustard Yellow to go with my Maria Small Cube. I'm glad I got the set. You may want to think about travel cases too... just a thought given there seems to be a sale (I got mine during the Saks 20% off sale).
It was a general question and I always welcome your thoughts!Hi! I'm not quite sure who you are asking, but I have an opinion on jewelry boxes!
I would get the large. Why?
You will certainly get more pieces in the future, and even if you add one new piece, you may want to rearrange!
The ability to rearrange is key for me, and having extra space allows you to organize your pieces exactly where you want to place them.
For example, I organize my pieces by collection. Using VCA as an example, my Alhambras are buddies together, my Frivoles are together, and Lotus is together. If I add a new piece, I would want that new piece to be in the same "section" which means I may need to rearrange a bit and make room for the kid in town. I like for them to hang out together in my jewelry box.
When putting on my jewelry, it also makes it easier for me to look at the pieces I have by collection.
I do not just want to put my newly acquired piece in "any available slot." If you are already tight on space, you'll end up with a piece stuck out there, somewhere and not near the collection. For me, I would rather have extra space to allow for growth and more importantly, for organization of your collections.
I hope that makes sense and helps.
P.S. If Wolf is on sale, not sure if you travel a lot, but I purchased the Maria Medium Travel Zip Box in Mustard Yellow to go with my Maria Small Cube. I'm glad I got the set. You may want to think about travel cases too... just a thought given there seems to be a sale (I got mine during the Saks 20% off sale).
I am leaning towards getting a new one, which is probably why I asked, haha. I would also like to organize by collection, so I will probably get another one. It’s just a bummer that I made a mistake like this, but I will have this jewelry box for a long time so it is worth it I think.
I think it a wise idea to get a new one. And no, don't feel bad at all. You did not make a mistake. On the contrary, you are ahead of the game! You now have a medium and a large.. a set! Purchased on sale! Before inflation price increases! Before that color gets discontinued! Nope... not a bummer... but winner!
I would personally keep your medium, and my guess is you can find things to store in it. I store my fine jewelry in my walk-in closet as that is where I get dressed. However, I also have a jewelry box in my bedroom on my dresser. I put my "cheap, fun, and souvenir" jewelry there. Who doesn't have souvenir jewelry or memorabilia?! A fun shell bracelet from the Carribean?
I know you mentioned perhaps giving it to your mom. I know my mom, and if I gave my jewelry box to her, she would take it and thank me. However, I know she would never use nor appreciate it. My mom is the original granola "what's wrong with using a cardbox box" mom?
And... "save the glass spaghetti jars!"I hope you keep your medium... I can almost see your set... so lovely!
For a different view, I prefer not having most of my best jewelry in the same large box. I have the medium Wolf Caroline jewelry box for my classic platinum/wg and diamond jewelry. Then I have a Stackers box for wg VCA and another for all yg Temple St. Clair. So I just grab the box I need as all the coordinating pieces would normally be in the same box. One advantage is the smaller boxes are not as heavy, and I also usually hide them in different locations in the house when we are away.
So say your current VCA medium box is full. Then get another medium and separate them either by metal color or collection, such as Alhambra, Frivole, etc.
Thank you. Maybe getting a medium wasn’t a mistake after all!I think it a wise idea to get a new one. And no, don't feel bad at all. You did not make a mistake. On the contrary, you are ahead of the game! You now have a medium and a large.. a set! Purchased on sale! Before inflation price increases! Before that color gets discontinued! Nope... not a bummer... but winner!
I would personally keep your medium, and my guess is you can find things to store in it. I store my fine jewelry in my walk-in closet as that is where I get dressed. However, I also have a jewelry box in my bedroom on my dresser. I put my "cheap, fun, and souvenir" jewelry there. Who doesn't have souvenir jewelry or memorabilia?! A fun shell bracelet from the Carribean?
I know you mentioned perhaps giving it to your mom. I know my mom, and if I gave my jewelry box to her, she would take it and thank me. However, I know she would never use nor appreciate it. My mom is the original granola "what's wrong with using a cardbox box" mom?
I hope you keep your medium... I can almost see your set... so lovely!
I really do love the Caroline box. It is so so well-made and it looks so beautiful. Pictures do not do it justice. It has been so nice to organize all my jewelry in one place so I can see what is missing (and I think there is a lot missing!), which will mean my wishlist will keep growing and growing!
Thank you for your thoughts! You have given me something to think about…. And what a great idea, hiding them in different places of the house while you are away!
I definitely don’t want to make this decision lightly, since I don’t want to buy something only to not need it. It is definitely encouraging me to think about where I see my jewelry collection going in the future and organize them in my head.
I just received my first order from VCA ever which was an online order. The packaging was quite impressive! I did notice that the “travel pouch” for the bracelet was not included, do they not give these anymore?
Thank you! I will e-mail them then, great to know!