all prices are avail online, you can compare that wayHi,
Can someone please tell me if it’s worth it to buy in Thailand Vs our Us or Cad prices ?
Im. Thinking of getting the perlée malachite necklace while in Bangkok
Thank you
VCA ~ Van Cleef Arpels Discussion thread!
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I managed to grab these this year by watching the website endlessly (like constantly). If you watch online I bet they’ll come up (admittedly I never inquired about special ordering them which might be possible but I generally do not like paying and waiting 6-7 months for items!!!!). Either way I love them and they do go with so much it would surprise you! I vote for these!The elusive TE and carnelian! Gorgeous! I don’t think I’ve ever seen them in person. I will have to photoshop try on!thank you so much for suggesting this! Hasn’t crossed my mind.
I like the idea of mixing different colors of golds! Of course, it will also depend on your comfort level. Seeing as you’re mixing rose and yellow gold already, perhaps the addition of wg would work out? The WG really stands out on your hand!
You have a beautiful collection. I was wondering how you decided which pieces to let go of. I would love to see a thread regarding culling a collection......Ludo is incrediableHere is my thought process that led to the Ludo purchase:
I went to the VCA exhibition in NYC last fall and saw lots of high jewelry. Though all of it was out of my price, I saw a gorgeous diamond bracelet that had an aesthetic and look that was still every day. And that got me thinking... I wanted a high jewelry bracelet. At this point and time I'd rather get one fabulous piece than several smaller ones. In the past few months, I have been culling my jewelry and handbag collection to focus on pieces that I absolutely adore. So I was able to fund a large part of this purchase through those sales.
I then started poring through the VCA site and saw the Ludo. Bingo!!!! It was between the rose gold and yellow gold Ludo bracelets. The YG/Lapis/ Turquoise/Sapphire simply fit into my collection better.
I called up my SA once I made up my mind, put a deposit down because of the impending price increase. Now, she's on my wrist. The credit card bill is paid, and I have a big smile on my face.
@BigAkoya I texted my SA and asked about the origin of the sapphires. Will keep you posted.
I like your thinking here.Here is my thought process that led to the Ludo purchase:
I went to the VCA exhibition in NYC last fall and saw lots of high jewelry. Though all of it was out of my price, I saw a gorgeous diamond bracelet that had an aesthetic and look that was still every day. And that got me thinking... I wanted a high jewelry bracelet. At this point and time I'd rather get one fabulous piece than several smaller ones. In the past few months, I have been culling my jewelry and handbag collection to focus on pieces that I absolutely adore. So I was able to fund a large part of this purchase through those sales.
I then started poring through the VCA site and saw the Ludo. Bingo!!!! It was between the rose gold and yellow gold Ludo bracelets. The YG/Lapis/ Turquoise/Sapphire simply fit into my collection better.
I called up my SA once I made up my mind, put a deposit down because of the impending price increase. Now, she's on my wrist. The credit card bill is paid, and I have a big smile on my face.
@BigAkoya I texted my SA and asked about the origin of the sapphires. Will keep you posted.
Very lucky! Might you have a modelling photo with the earrings on?
It’s crazy how everything needs to be either ordered or transferred in nowadays.Most everything I own is currently in a safety deposit box bc we are doing work at our house. When I go in to get something I’ll take a pic and showVery lucky! Might you have a modelling photo with the earrings on?
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Do they ever transfer anymore? They wouldn’t transfer anything before the price increase!Very lucky! Might you have a modelling photo with the earrings on?
Hi everyone!
Keen to get your opinions on which 10M VA to get! ☺️
I currently have a 5M YG MOP and 5M hammered YG. Planning to add 5M guilloche YG when there’s stock
I’m in a dilemma whether to get 10M hammered or guilloche YG not considering MOP as prefer a low/ zero maintenance set for frequent wear in hot and humid tropics!
Unfortunately the boutique only has stock for the 10M hammered and nothing in guilloche.. so I can’t do a comparison / try on suppose chances of having both in store to choose is low now
I know many of you have both! Keen to hear your views! thanks
Keen to get your opinions on which 10M VA to get! ☺️
I currently have a 5M YG MOP and 5M hammered YG. Planning to add 5M guilloche YG when there’s stock
I’m in a dilemma whether to get 10M hammered or guilloche YG not considering MOP as prefer a low/ zero maintenance set for frequent wear in hot and humid tropics!
Unfortunately the boutique only has stock for the 10M hammered and nothing in guilloche.. so I can’t do a comparison / try on suppose chances of having both in store to choose is low now
I know many of you have both! Keen to hear your views! thanks
Here are pictures of me trying them both:
When the guilloche was first released, I like it so much. But, the hammered gold is really growing on me over time. Hammered gold looks so classy and elegant. You’ll be able to wear the 10 motif hammered with your 5 motif. And even connect both 10+5 to create a necklace.I vote for the hammered, more subtle and classis VCA
They did as of January. My SA transferred a ring to his boutique and then Fedexed it to me.
I live in the US, so the US still does transfers. I personally think policy varies by SA, boutique, and country, so maybe check again to see the policy has changed where you shop.
I agree with @lisawhit
I think the hammered gold is gorgeous and much more elegant. It's a classic, and metal work is lovely.
The guilloche is super shiny metal, and to me, it gives off a bit of that disco-y reflecting vibe, especially as a necklace near the face.
If you plan to wear it as your everyday necklace, you may feel you don't want that super shiny metal vibe with, say, a t-shirt.
If the shiny metal look is what you want, then guilloche is definitely that.
I vote hammered gold. You can also get matching hammered gold earrings in the future. That would be a gorgeous set.
Good luck with your decision, and congratulations on your soon to be new piece!
Plus one as per lisawhit and Big Akoya. I have the 20 hammered and have been waiting for the 10 to show up at my boutique so I can grab one. I like it that much. They are quite rare in my area to get. Hopefully we will see some better inventory soon, this is encouraging!