VCA ~ Van Cleef Arpels Discussion thread!
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Hi Kat! Hugs[emoji173]️
Couldn’t have said it better.
I’m deeply disappointed in this strategy.
I made several large - carefully thought out and planned purchases at VCA last month.
Haven’t worn or enjoyed either of them yet and now I’ve lost money - rather a lot actually.
Some of the joy of my purchases has evaporated and has turned to regret.
If I’d known I would have waited to buy-
This strategy alienates buyers.....and now I will question all future purchases.
I’m so sorry to hear this. I only purchased one bangle and I’m upset because it was about a five percent decrease. Does vca do price adjustments when purchased through the boutique or online?
Do you know if the prices in Canada changed? I haven't been following the current prices and now not sure if there have been any changes?
I agree with many, the price decreases are quite upsetting. I was very disappointed years ago when I noticed the first decrease since collecting VCA and I remember it was a horrible feeling. I think it sends a very bad message to the customers that are loyal to VCA when they devalue their own product.
The same thing happened to me after buying the gold vintage Alhambra bracelet. The price has never again been as much as I paid in Feb. 2016. I would like to buy a couple of things now, though, because I think the prices are likely as low as they will be.
I think anyone who has made a purchase in the last few years has seen this happen to them. I have a Perlee Variation ring that I never wear that I've been hoping to re-home, but with all of the price fluctuation, I will lose as least 1/3 of what I paid, and probably closer to 1/2, so I've been holding onto it.
As upsetting as it is to see a price decrease, I think the only thing that brings me comfort with the price fluctuations, is knowing I purchased every single VCA item with the intention of wearing it for an indefinite period of time. This may take the sting off, just a wee bit.
But, I'm still not happy about it !
But, I'm still not happy about it !
It has not arrived but yes the price will be adjusted to the new lower price. [emoji846][emoji846][emoji846]
I made few purchases in the last 2 months and have now lost money due to price decrease. However, I placed special order for onyx limited edition earrings about 2 weeks back . My SA texted me yesterday saying she will refund me the difference. Maybe you could check with your SA?
Another question about the price decrease - this has been the lowest price for VCA jewelry in the last year or two?
I think it varies for each individual piece. For example, I bought a magic mop ring in 2012 for $3850 and it’s now $3350. So that’s the lowest it’s been in 6 yrs!
But my malachite magic pendant was purchased last year for $5750 and it’s still $6200.
I purchased a bracelet online last week and called the customer service. They are issuing a price adjustment. It was super easy and she didn’t hesitate to do the adjustment.