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Hello, Ladies!
Hope everyone is enjoying their holiday! I need your expert opinion on my little dilemma. I purchased the vintage Alhambra pendant last month, and I ADORE it. I recently also bought a Sweet mop bracelet, but that one doesn't work well on me and my skin tone. I would like to exchange it for something with onyx, as that seemed to "pop" more with my coloring (and I love black anyway!). Budget-wise, I am somewhat limited right now. The two items in my price range that would complement the pendant best are the Sweet onyx studs or the Perlee ring with the onyx bead. Which of these two would be better at making a nice set with the pendant? Or is neither of these a good choice? Should I just wait till I can afford something else in onyx at a later date? Thanks in advance! :-)
 
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Metrowestmama said:
So here is my collection to date! 😍 I made some purchases this month to add to my existing MOP motif bracelet, necklace & earrings. I got the Frivole earrings, the perlee hoops and another MOP 10 motif. I also got a medium perlee ring but I think I'm going to swap it for the Frivole pendant. Love my pieces along with my two loves and one JUC. :swoon:View attachment 2814960
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Lovely collection. White gold MOP was my first set as well :-)
 
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HeidiDavis said:
Hello, Ladies!
Hope everyone is enjoying their holiday! I need your expert opinion on my little dilemma. I purchased the vintage Alhambra pendant last month, and I ADORE it. I recently also bought a Sweet mop bracelet, but that one doesn't work well on me and my skin tone. I would like to exchange it for something with onyx, as that seemed to "pop" more with my coloring (and I love black anyway!). Budget-wise, I am somewhat limited right now. The two items in my price range that would complement the pendant best are the Sweet onyx studs or the Perlee ring with the onyx bead. Which of these two would be better at making a nice set with the pendant? Or is neither of these a good choice? Should I just wait till I can afford something else in onyx at a later date? Thanks in advance! :-)
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I'm assuming your pendant is onyx? I think the sweet vintage earrings in black would make a gorgeous starter set that will reach for over and over again! The ring is also a beautiful classic that can be worn every day.

Best of luck in your decision!
 
#3,202
hermes_fan said:
I'm assuming your pendant is onyx? I think the sweet vintage earrings in black would make a gorgeous starter set that will reach for over and over again! The ring is also a beautiful classic that can be worn every day.

Best of luck in your decision!
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Thank you so much, HermesFan! Yes, the pendant I bought before is onyx (can't believe I left that out in all my rambling! Lol.) I'm leaning toward the earrings too. The ring is pretty but I'm afraid it will look a little underwhelming on my finger. I love the idea of a matching set. My only concern is that the Sweet earrings may be a little small....but they fit into my budget better than the larger ones right now. Sigh.
 
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HeidiDavis said:
Thank you so much, HermesFan! Yes, the pendant I bought before is onyx (can't believe I left that out in all my rambling! Lol.) I'm leaning toward the earrings too. The ring is pretty but I'm afraid it will look a little underwhelming on my finger. I love the idea of a matching set. My only concern is that the Sweet earrings may be a little small....but they fit into my budget better than the larger ones right now. Sigh.
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I think the earring idea is great but if the sweets look only okay and the vintage looks better, it's better to wait. In the long run it's better to buy the right one rather than buy what you can right now and regret it later. I don't have the vintage onyx but my friend does and it looks spectacular on her. Gives a great day and evening look.
 
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dessert1st said:
I think the ear-rung idea is great but if the sweets look only okay and the vintage looks better, it's better to wait. In the long run it's better to buy the right one rather than buy what you can right now and regret it later. I do t have the vintage onyx but my friend does and it looks spectacular later. Gives a great day and evening look.
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I second this. Get the sweets if you love the size but if you like the vintage better, then save up for them. Put the money towards something you love 😊
 
#3,205
HeidiDavis said:
Thank you so much, HermesFan! Yes, the pendant I bought before is onyx (can't believe I left that out in all my rambling! Lol.) I'm leaning toward the earrings too. The ring is pretty but I'm afraid it will look a little underwhelming on my finger. I love the idea of a matching set. My only concern is that the Sweet earrings may be a little small....but they fit into my budget better than the larger ones right now. Sigh.
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I vote for the earrings.
Go try both sizes on before you decide.
 
#3,206
dessert1st said:
I think the earring idea is great but if the sweets look only okay and the vintage looks better, it's better to wait. In the long run it's better to buy the right one rather than buy what you can right now and regret it later. I don't have the vintage onyx but my friend does and it looks spectacular on her. Gives a great day and evening look.
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I agree with this!!
 
#3,209
Metrowestmama said:
Love my VCA 'basics' and all of the inspiration and advice on this thread! It has helped shape my decisions and purchases.
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Your WG MOP and Frivole earrings are just stunning. You are an inspiration to WG lovers!
einseine said:
Thanks I'll take two!:D This is a perfect every day pendant.;)
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Congrats on your gorgeous holiday pendant!
 
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