What Other Jewelry Brands Do You Buy/Wear?

[BigAkoya]

Another vote for the perlee clover bracelet for you in WG! It’s such an iconic piece from VCA not to mention the design is beautiful and unique.

I agree with you 100% on the tiffany 5 row metro bracelet. I was initially drawn to it because I am okay with the diamonds going only half way but what I can’t get past is that it’s a generic design at the end of the day. I am so happy I didn’t pull the trigger on them right away otherwise I might be going through major buyer’s remorse. They are beautiful but then so are a gazillion other pieces, and I don’t want to add them all… here’s a pic of me trying it on the other day. TBH, I prefer the Victoria tennis bracelet to the metro right now. So, now I am mulling over that to see if I want to add that in the future. View attachment 5278845View attachment 5278846

I love the Metro hinged. If it were full circle, I'd get it. I love the placement of the diamonds in a cobblestone pattern (not all lined up in straight rows). But yes, it can look basic and boring. The bling though it amazing as you know.

Of the two you have one, I much prefer the Metro. It packs a punch. The tennis bracelet is okay to me. It's a bit simple in my opinion and dare I say, it is not enough bling for your ring. I feel the Metro elevates your ring vs. the tennis bracelet (which by the way, the X will flip to the bottom).

That said, I love the Victoria line!
Have you tried the Alternating bracelet? Since you like tennis bracelets, to me, it's the ultimate tennis bracelet! The diamonds are Xs and Os (so romantic). It is so unique and so Tiffany. There are two sizes.
And of course, one cannot talk of the Victoria collection without mentioning the gorgeous band rings. Since you also like band rings, I've posted links here. If I ever decide to wear band rings, I will get this collection. It's so gorgeous to me, and I have tried the pieces on several times. I am just not an eternity ring nor tennis bracelet person (I already went through my tennis bracelet phase, but who knows).

The Alternating eternity ring and tennis bracelet are pure romance to me... a bunch of Xs and Os (hugs and kisses), full circle... love, no beginning, no end, for an eternity. If you like it, hubby must get it for you!

Tiffany Victoria® Cluster Tennis Bracelet in Platinum with Diamonds | Tiffany & Co.
Tiffany Victoria® narrow alternating bracelet in platinum with diamonds. | Tiffany & Co.

Tiffany Victoria® band ring in platinum with diamonds. | Tiffany & Co.
Tiffany Victoria® Platinum and Diamond Alternating Ring | Tiffany & Co.

P.S. I think you and I are the only Tiffany fans here in this thread. Others are poo-pooing it... it just means more Blue Boxes for us! Next time you go, ask to see a Paraiba Tourmaline. I am in love with this stone. I tried on a ring a few months ago (posted it in this thread somewhere). So neon blue.

 

[BigAkoya]

Dug up my photos, and here is one of the Paraiba Tourmalines I tried on. I have seen better color (more neon blue), but the stone was much smaller. You can get an idea though if you like this stone. Paraibas glow in real life, photos are hard to capture that neon glow. This is not the best photo as I stink in taking photos.
Maybe see if you can try one on (ask first to bring some in as they are not readily in stock due to rarity).

 

[brnicutie]

Cartier, Tiffany, Tacori, LV, Chow Tai Fook

 

[lynne_ross]

Awww, darn. I live on Long Island and it’s practically like another state….my 15 year old just had a four-school wrestling meet and my hot yoga studio advised me I didn’t need a mask or vax card. But, we just postponed our planned trip to Paris in the spring for my “big” birthday, because we don’t know what’s going to happen. Please let me know when you do decide to come to NY.

I absolutely agree with @lynne_ross about the WG Perlee Clover. The diamonds are tiny and I’m usually big on the bling, but it’s just such a special bracelet. Feels good every time I wear it, and I love the design. Again, I’m not a huge fan of Tiffany either, though I do like Bulgari…although when it comes to me to add a WG bracelet to the stack it’s gonna be a toss up between the Perlee (even though I have PG and like to mix designers) and the Serpenti.

I feel for you NP. I have a big birthday next year too and no way we are travelling for it. My only hope is to go home in the summer to see my family and friends as it will be 2.5 years at that point and I want to meet my new nephew. My husbands was saying once things open up he will want to go to Paris vs travelling around here as it has been too long. Hope you can at least enjoy your birthday locally or with a mini trip.

 

[eternallove4bag]

I love the Metro hinged. If it were full circle, I'd get it. I love the placement of the diamonds in a cobblestone pattern (not all lined up in straight rows). But yes, it can look basic and boring. The bling though it amazing as you know.

Of the two you have one, I much prefer the Metro. It packs a punch. The tennis bracelet is okay to me. It's a bit simple in my opinion and dare I say, it is not enough bling for your ring. I feel the Metro elevates your ring vs. the tennis bracelet (which by the way, the X will flip to the bottom).

That said, I love the Victoria line!
Have you tried the Alternating bracelet? Since you like tennis bracelets, to me, it's the ultimate tennis bracelet! The diamonds are Xs and Os (so romantic). It is so unique and so Tiffany. There are two sizes.
And of course, one cannot talk of the Victoria collection without mentioning the gorgeous band rings. Since you also like band rings, I've posted links here. If I ever decide to wear band rings, I will get this collection. It's so gorgeous to me, and I have tried the pieces on several times. I am just not an eternity ring nor tennis bracelet person (I already went through my tennis bracelet phase, but who knows).

The Alternating eternity ring and tennis bracelet are pure romance to me... a bunch of Xs and Os (hugs and kisses), full circle... love, no beginning, no end, for an eternity. If you like it, hubby must get it for you!

Tiffany Victoria® Cluster Tennis Bracelet in Platinum with Diamonds | Tiffany & Co.
Tiffany Victoria® narrow alternating bracelet in platinum with diamonds. | Tiffany & Co.

Tiffany Victoria® band ring in platinum with diamonds. | Tiffany & Co.
Tiffany Victoria® Platinum and Diamond Alternating Ring | Tiffany & Co.

P.S. I think you and I are the only Tiffany fans here in this thread. Others are poo-pooing it... it just means more Blue Boxes for us! Next time you go, ask to see a Paraiba Tourmaline. I am in love with this stone. I tried on a ring a few months ago (posted it in this thread somewhere). So neon blue.

Oh these two tennis bracelets are stunning to say the least! Thank you for putting them on my radar. I am definitely trying them when I go to the store next. I love the alternating X’s and O’s on them.

I feel like out of everything that I have tried at Tiffany’s, I like a few pieces but I don’t love them yet. I am back and forth on that metro so really need to give myself time to think that one over. I do love the idea of adding a tennis bracelet sometime but I prefer structured bracelets any day so that again is a ‘maybe in the future’ kinda piece.

Needless to say though, like you, I am a Tiffany’s fan so I do see myself adding a couple of pieces here and there from them. But, they have to be spectacular pieces. I don’t have any space in my collex for ‘I think it may work’ kind of pieces, not at that price point for sure.

As I always say, planning is half the fun so I am loving the fact that for the first time I have nothing concrete on my wishlist, just endless opportunities (which may not be such a good thing for the wallet ). And oh yeah, more blue boxes for us! Wooohoo

 

[eternallove4bag]

Dug up my photos, and here is one of the Paraiba Tourmalines I tried on. I have seen better color (more neon blue), but the stone was much smaller. You can get an idea though if you like this stone. Paraibas glow in real life, photos are hard to capture that neon glow. This is not the best photo as I stink in taking photos.
Maybe see if you can try one on (ask first to bring some in as they are not readily in stock due to rarity).

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That’s stunning! I hope this ring is on your wishlist

 

[Notorious Pink]

I feel for you NP. I have a big birthday next year too and no way we are travelling for it. My only hope is to go home in the summer to see my family and friends as it will be 2.5 years at that point and I want to meet my new nephew. My husbands was saying once things open up he will want to go to Paris vs travelling around here as it has been too long. Hope you can at least enjoy your birthday locally or with a mini trip.

Thank you. We are talking about taking our kids to Vegas.
You know DH feels badly when he recommends I request a particular exotic bag from H (which would be my first).

In happier news (and back to topic), I visited my friends at Mitchells yesterday and played with a bunch of pink jewelry.



My eyes popped out at the price of the bracelet...it's all pink diamonds. Unfortunately those earrings on the left were pretty awesome, too.

 

[BigAkoya]

That’s stunning! I hope this ring is on your wishlist

Yes, it is on my wishlist. Not the exact ring above, but yes... a paraiba tourmaline ring is on my list.
You are wise to wait. I hear that LVMH (new owners of Tiffany) plan to introduce more higher end pieces, and the SA said more colored gemstones (pieces that may not be online). I am sure you and I will find something to love, so hold out! No rush.

More Blue Boxes for you and me!

 

[BigAkoya]

Thank you. We are talking about taking our kids to Vegas.
You know DH feels badly when he recommends I request a particular exotic bag from H (which would be my first).

In happier news (and back to topic), I visited my friends at Mitchells yesterday and played with a bunch of pink jewelry.

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My eyes popped out at the price of the bracelet...it's all pink diamonds. Unfortunately those earrings on the left were pretty awesome, too.

The wide bracelet is beautiful! Thanks for sharing.

P.S. Oooh... hubby feels bad about the trip. Ask him... "How bad? A Himalayan bad?"
You would be an awesome snow bunny with your Himalayan.

 

[880]

@Notorious Pink, I love the pink jewelry! And, I am so happy for you re the exotic! Cannot wait to see!

DH and I are planning a trip to Dubai, then London and Paris. I’m hoping that things will look safer closer to the date, but my MILs health is also an issue, so things are up in the air. I went back to Dior to try on another necklace (I think 64K USD). Not sure if I love it enough for that price, but it wouls be fun to wear

 

[eternallove4bag]

Yes, it is on my wishlist. Not the exact ring above, but yes... a paraiba tourmaline ring is on my list.
You are wise to wait. I hear that LVMH (new owners of Tiffany) plan to introduce more higher end pieces, and the SA said more colored gemstones (pieces that may not be online). I am sure you and I will find something to love, so hold out! No rush.

More Blue Boxes for you and me!

Yay to the ring! It’s beautiful!

Ooh now my interest is piqued! High end beautiful blingy pieces sound amazing! I am a glutton for those blue boxes. I only have my ring from Tiffany but I am taking it slow before I add another piece.
I find that with time many items on my WL just fall off and new ones come in so I give myself ample time to mull them over to avoid regrets later.

 

[BigAkoya]

DH and I are planning a trip to Dubai, then London and Paris. I’m hoping that things will look safer closer to the date, but my MILs health is also an issue, so things are up in the air. I went back to Dior to try on another necklace (I think 64K USD). Not sure if I love it enough for that price, but it wouls be fun to wear
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First, you look awesome in long necklaces! Long necklaces lengthen a person.

I'm not crazy about the necklace, but that's just me.
For what it's worth, you have that gorgeous Maltese cuff, and I think it needs a buddy.
I think the Byzantine pendant worn on a long chain would look great on you. Bold and clean so it's not overpowering, yet it makes a statement.

It's a great match to your cuff, and no, I personally do not think it's too much maltese.
Here is why and my thoughts...
I think when the look is bold, one needs two pieces of bold jewelry to create that look, as if it were deliberate.
For me, a big cuff and a big necklace are the perfect combination.
I love the look of something bold on the hand (e.g. big ring or big bangle) then matched with something bold on the neck such as a long pendant. The eye first sees the big pendant and is mesmerized. The eye then shifts to look for more, and it doesn't need to go far to see the gorgeous cuff on the arm.

If it's bold earrings with a bold necklace, it's too much around the face and the arm is lacking and not balanced. The jewelry is too "head heavy."
The same is true for a bold ring with a bold bracelet, with nothing around the face. The arms look too heavy.
To me, a perfect balance is a bold arm and a bold necklace. That's just my opinion of course.

Here is the Byzantine pendant I am talking about, and I would swap it out for a longer chain. There is also a larger version, the Theodora, but while it's larger, I like the cross design of the Byzantine better as the top and bottom arms are flat which I think is a nicer "chunkier" look. In the Theodora, all the arms are Vd, and while it's more of a true maltese cross, I think all the Vs begin to transform it into a star pattern. It's all preference of course, if you even like this pendant.

I hope that made sense. Just my two cents for some thoughts. I would definitely get a long necklace next. You look fabulous in long necklaces.

Byzantine Pendant Brooch - | Verdura | Fine Jewelry
Theodora Pendant Brooch - | Verdura | Fine Jewelry

 

[880]

First, you look awesome in long necklaces! Long necklaces lengthen a person.

I'm not crazy about the necklace, but that's just me.
For what it's worth, you have that gorgeous Maltese cuff, and I think it needs a buddy.
I think the Byzantine pendant worn on a long chain would look great on you. Bold and clean so it's not overpowering, yet it makes a statement.

It's a great match to your cuff, and no, I personally do not think it's too much maltese.
Here is why and my thoughts...
I think when the look is bold, one needs two pieces of bold jewelry to create that look, as if it were deliberate.
For me, a big cuff and a big necklace are the perfect combination.
I love the look of something bold on the hand (e.g. big ring or big bangle) then matched with something bold on the neck such as a long pendant. The eye first sees the big pendant and is mesmerized. The eye then shifts to look for more, and it doesn't need to go far to see the gorgeous cuff on the arm.

If it's bold earrings with a bold necklace, it's too much around the face and the arm is lacking and not balanced. The jewelry is too "head heavy."
The same is true for a bold ring with a bold bracelet, with nothing around the face. The arms look too heavy.
To me, a perfect balance is a bold arm and a bold necklace. That's just my opinion of course.

Here is the Byzantine pendant I am talking about, and I would swap it out for a longer chain. There is also a larger version, the Theodora, but while it's larger, I like the cross design of the Byzantine better as the top and bottom arms are flat which I think is a nicer "chunkier" look. In the Theodora, all the arms are Vd, and while it's more of a true maltese cross, I think all the Vs begin to transform it into a star pattern. It's all preference of course, if you even like this pendant.

I hope that made sense. Just my two cents for some thoughts. I would definitely get a long necklace next. You look fabulous in long necklaces.

Byzantine Pendant Brooch - | Verdura | Fine Jewelry
Theodora Pendant Brooch - | Verdura | Fine Jewelry

Thank you so much for all of your thoughts! Re the cuff needing a buddy, DH would like me to consider another cuff (not to be worn with my current one; rather a day and night version lol). In general, except for my borrocal torso, I’m not a pendant person, but I’ll probably go in January to try things on and play.

I’ve just started to look at long necklacesm and I will most likely begin a search for a white metal necklace and bracelet or watch. . . DH snorted ans almost rolled off the couch that there was even a question of my WG search lol.

@BigAkoya, I wanted to add, DH likes a shorter necklace the WG serpenti viper with diamonds (69K usd)

@Notorious Pink, just read below! A Himalayan! So excited for you!

 

[Notorious Pink]

The wide bracelet is beautiful! Thanks for sharing.

P.S. Oooh... hubby feels bad about the trip. Ask him... "How bad? A Himalayan bad?"
You would be an awesome snow bunny with your Himalayan.

No need to ask him. That was the exact bag he mentioned!

 

[BigAkoya]

Thank you so much for all of your thoughts! Re the cuff needing a buddy, DH would like me to consider another cuff (not to be worn with my current one; rather a day and night version lol)

but I’ve just started to look at long necklaces. while i do like to mix metal, I will most likely begin a search for a white metal necklace and bracelet or watch. . . DH snorted ans almost rolled off the couch that there was even a question of my WG search lol.

Are you a pearl girl? Could you be a pearl girl? Think Coco Chanel... Maltese cuff with tons of pearl necklaces, so glamorous!

You could start with one long strand, but my guess if if you like pearls, you'll get hooked and start collecting.
I think you know by now, I am a huge Mikimoto fan.

Maybe check out Mikimoto next time you're in the City. It's just down the street from Verdura, southwest corner of 57th and 5th, to the left of Bulgari. If you have not been recently, they just redid the showroom earlier this year. To me, they made it too formal, especially in a time when everything is getting less formal and we luxury shop in shorts! Too much drama... you walk in, there is nothing on the first floor anymore, then you get escorted upstairs by the elevator man, then some other person offers you drinks, then the SA shows up, it just drags... blah blah blah. I am like... "can we just get right to the bling please?"

A fine long strand will cost you more than the Dior necklace, but pearls are forever, and they will go with everything, so it's totally worth it to me. Maybe try some on and see if you can love them. Bring hubby so he can see the beauty and glow of pearls and insist you get a strand!