VCA ~ Van Cleef Arpels Discussion thread!

[chaneljewel]

This may seem like a strange question but do those of you who collect VCA find that you continue to love it or do you feel that you might ultimately feel satisfied and move onto something else ?
I feel like I have a very nice collection but I never grow tired of this line. Perhaps this is why I have continued to collect pieces. True addict?
I'm beginning to feel like one....

I find myself desiring another piece shortly after a new one is purchased. I also LOVE VCA! I'll never grow tired of it!

 

[marksuzy]

I picked up my LE gray MOP pendant today (it was sent out for engraving). The picture really doesn't do it justice , however I'm attaching my first ever photo! I apologize for the poor quality - it's the best I could do!

While in the store I decided that I need the wg MOP vintage alhambra earrings. They are stunning and will almost complete my set (I have the pendant and 5 motif bracelet - missing the 20 motif necklace!).

Gorgeous! I sent mine in today as well to have it lengthened and engraved! Thank you again for inspiring me. Although I am finding TPF is an expensive habit!!!

 

[marksuzy]

Hi Marksuzy, Yup, took the plunge today
I decided to buy it early in the season so I can enjoy it. It is a perfect fall/winter necklace.
I really don't know if this is part of the LE. I was meaning to ask but forgot to.

If you don't mind me asking..Where did you find the pre owned? How much were they selling it for? If you love long necklaces this is a great option.

Next on my list: frivole earrings..likely in 2015.

It was listed on The Real Real today for $3,850.

So excited for you and your new treasure! I asked my SA about it today when I sent my holiday pendant away for lengthening and engraving and she said it was is quite beautiful and versatile.

 

[Coconuts40]

It was listed on The Real Real today for $3,850.

So excited for you and your new treasure! I asked my SA about it today when I sent my holiday pendant away for lengthening and engraving and she said it was is quite beautiful and versatile.

Wow that's a great price. I just went on the site, and it's not there. Wonder if it sold.

Honestly it's so very versatile, and much better in person. I have no doubt it will get good use this season!

Congratulations on your pendant. Such a treasure!

 

[dessert1st]

This may seem like a strange question but do those of you who collect VCA find that you continue to love it or do you feel that you might ultimately feel satisfied and move onto something else ?

I feel like I have a very nice collection but I never grow tired of this line. Perhaps this is why I have continued to collect pieces. True addict?

I'm beginning to feel like one....

Thank you for asking this! Since I am a newbie I am so interested in hearing other's thoughts. It was a big purchase for me so I am hoping it will satisfy me for a lifetime.

 

[PhoenixH]

Thank you TGG for the reassurance and positive advice! Great to know that your malachite collection is wearing well

 

[texasgirliegirl]

Hi Coconuts,
Thanks very much .... That's sort of what I'm afraid of ... Even if it doesn't need altering, if something happens and it needs a repair being covered would be important! Any thoughts or experiences from others would be much appreciated also!

Last year a pair of my earrings needed servicing. I took them to Neimans since this is the only place that carries VCA in my city. They sent them to NYC for service and never requested my card.
Each piece has a serial number so the repair shop should be able to determine authenticity without the actual card.

 

[texasgirliegirl]

Gorgeous! I sent mine in today as well to have it lengthened and engraved! Thank you again for inspiring me. Although I am finding TPF is an expensive habit!!!

I sent mine in yesterday!!
Are you having your initials engraved? Block or script? I liked both fonts but ended up with block... Honestly could have flipped a coin because both were so pretty. I decided on block because it appeared more bold and on such I tiny object it will be a miracle if I can even see it!!!

 

[marksuzy]

I sent mine in yesterday!!
Are you having your initials engraved? Block or script? I liked both fonts but ended up with block... Honestly could have flipped a coin because both were so pretty. I decided on block because it appeared more bold and on such I tiny object it will be a miracle if I can even see it!!!

I am having my initials engraved in script. You're right, it is such a tiny space!

I started talking to my SA about possible gifts for when my daughters turn 13. My older is 12 and I would love to start a tradition for them both. She suggested thinking about a white gold MOP pendant. Initially she suggested a Sweet bracelet, but I think they will be too small (my 12 year old is already taller/bigger than I am) in future years. Would love your input/thoughts please!

 

[texasgirliegirl]

I am having my initials engraved in script. You're right, it is such a tiny space!

I started talking to my SA about possible gifts for when my daughters turn 13. My older is 12 and I would love to start a tradition for them both. She suggested thinking about a white gold MOP pendant. Initially she suggested a Sweet bracelet, but I think they will be too small (my 12 year old is already taller/bigger than I am) in future years. Would love your input/thoughts please!

Hello!!
We share the same thought process. I purchased single mop pendants for each of my daughters. My eldest ijust turned 13 and is over 5'7". I'm 5'1". I gave her the pendant when she turned 12. My younger daughter's pendant is mop set in pg. It was a breast cancer awareness pendant. It will stay in the safe until she turns 12. I bought both pendants way in advance because van Cleef continues to have price increases.
I had originally considered the sweets for them but decided to get the full size pendants because they are small enough not to be overpowering for now and they can enjoy the piece forever. The sweets are cute but I wanted to give them something more substantial/ enduring. I might still get my older daughter the sweet earrings , however.
My children are so used to seeing me wear clovers that it feels very special to give my daughters their first clover. I love traditions!!
Hope this helps.

 

[texasgirliegirl]

I am having my initials engraved in script. You're right, it is such a tiny space!

I started talking to my SA about possible gifts for when my daughters turn 13. My older is 12 and I would love to start a tradition for them both. She suggested thinking about a white gold MOP pendant. Initially she suggested a Sweet bracelet, but I think they will be too small (my 12 year old is already taller/bigger than I am) in future years. Would love your input/thoughts please!

One more thought- the sweet earrings are not available in wg/ mop so if you decide to add little earrings later they will not match.
Just a thought....
You can get mop set in yg or all pink gold in the sweets. The single pendant is also available in pink gold.

 

[lara0112]

I thought I was all done and then I came across the posting of the Perlee Color rings - I can't decide whether I want yellow gold/ onyx or yellow gold/ tiger eye or pink gold/ red stone (can't remember).

I think I may prefer these to the Pomellato M'ama Non M'ama rings

 

[MyLuxuryDiary]

This may seem like a strange question but do those of you who collect VCA find that you continue to love it or do you feel that you might ultimately feel satisfied and move onto something else ?
I feel like I have a very nice collection but I never grow tired of this line. Perhaps this is why I have continued to collect pieces. True addict?
I'm beginning to feel like one....

I started collecting VCA last month and I have two pieces (onyx single motif vintage Alhambra earrings and 2 dangle motif magic Alhambra earrings in MOP) I am already thinking about my next purchase..possibly a necklace maybe one day i will move on to other brands but for now it's all about VCA!

 

[marksuzy]

Hello!!
We share the same thought process. I purchased single mop pendants for each of my daughters. My eldest ijust turned 13 and is over 5'7". I'm 5'1". I gave her the pendant when she turned 12. My younger daughter's pendant is mop set in pg. It was a breast cancer awareness pendant. It will stay in the safe until she turns 12. I bought both pendants way in advance because van Cleef continues to have price increases.
I had originally considered the sweets for them but decided to get the full size pendants because they are small enough not to be overpowering for now and they can enjoy the piece forever. The sweets are cute but I wanted to give them something more substantial/ enduring. I might still get my older daughter the sweet earrings , however.
My children are so used to seeing me wear clovers that it feels very special to give my daughters their first clover. I love traditions!!
Hope this helps.

Perfect advice! I was planning on buying them both at the same time (3 year age difference = price increases for sure). Thank you!

 

[texasgirliegirl]

I started collecting VCA last month and I have two pieces (onyx single motif vintage Alhambra earrings and 2 dangle motif magic Alhambra earrings in MOP) I am already thinking about my next purchase..possibly a necklace maybe one day i will move on to other brands but for now it's all about VCA!

I wear my onyx earrings all the time!! What great earrings. When I'm not wearing those I am wearing the frivole earrings. They are so easy to wear and seem to go with everything.
The mop two motif dangle earrings are SO PRETTY. I have always loved them. The carnelian/tigers eye combination is gorgeous as well. Do you find that you wear yours often?
Do you wear them with your hair up or down? Dressy occasions or casual?