I think it depends; personally I think Harry winston is a step above vca. However, it's not the classic/popular/ ubiquitous vca pieces. Only you know if you really want the vca & if so then go with what you truly want.
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I think it depends; personally I think Harry winston is a step above vca. However, it's not the classic/popular/ ubiquitous vca pieces. Only you know if you really want the vca & if so then go with what you truly want.
I am thinking about a cute ring I saw at Wempe by happenstance. (DH and I ran in to look at the new pasha in gold (bc we keep forgetting to make an appt at Cartier. The very nice SA wrote down all the information and I also tried a few other rings and things (but I cannot find his card, so cannot tell, who the designer is or the jewelry line. Wempes website is terrible And so is the pic DH took.
on a separate note, ive been thinking about a pasha in gold, or the maillon de Cartier, but I realized if I don’t get a new gold bracelet watch, (I have an older smaller mm gold Rolex), the piaget Alteplano (sp?) is gorgeous. The one ringed with pink gold and diamonds is really nice, and I am not usually one for dressy diamond studded watches. https://www.piaget.com/watches/altiplano/rose-gold-diamond-ultra-thin-mechanical-watch-g0a40013.
The watch list price is abo7t 10K less that a two tone buton d’ or bracelet from VCA ( DH hated the buton d’ or with either red or blue — this is mixed color yg and wg, and also less expensive) . . . And the watch is about 10K more than the matching buton ‘or earrings. . .
here is a pic of the gold ring (relatively inexpensive compared to some of the other items menti9ned above) at Wempe. DH didn’t like it, but it really is much more stunning IRL. Also the pic of the button d’or ( an SA is modeling it for me)
on a separate note, ive been thinking about a pasha in gold, or the maillon de Cartier, but I realized if I don’t get a new gold bracelet watch, (I have an older smaller mm gold Rolex), the piaget Alteplano (sp?) is gorgeous. The one ringed with pink gold and diamonds is really nice, and I am not usually one for dressy diamond studded watches. https://www.piaget.com/watches/altiplano/rose-gold-diamond-ultra-thin-mechanical-watch-g0a40013.
The watch list price is abo7t 10K less that a two tone buton d’ or bracelet from VCA ( DH hated the buton d’ or with either red or blue — this is mixed color yg and wg, and also less expensive) . . . And the watch is about 10K more than the matching buton ‘or earrings. . .
here is a pic of the gold ring (relatively inexpensive compared to some of the other items menti9ned above) at Wempe. DH didn’t like it, but it really is much more stunning IRL. Also the pic of the button d’or ( an SA is modeling it for me)
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here are some pictures i was sent of the two sizes of the HW lotus. i prefer the large but it’s a 27k difference 
and i don’t think the slightly larger size is worth 27k. i actually don’t have a diamond pendant so i was thinking this could be a replacement for that, but maybe too much to wear often?
and i don’t think the slightly larger size is worth 27k. i actually don’t have a diamond pendant so i was thinking this could be a replacement for that, but maybe too much to wear often?Attachments
I actually surprisingly like the smaller one better
they’re both gorgeous! but most of my friends have been telling me vca lotus is better, so it’s making me hesitant.
It's really what you love. Unique, high end, elegance, not well known.
Vs popular/commonplace/ typical
No wrong choice here, go with what makes your heart sing
Vs popular/commonplace/ typical
No wrong choice here, go with what makes your heart sing
Thank you so much @A bottle of Red I won’t lie. It’s an adjustment. They are extremely different, in personality and performance. The OEC is so bold, colorful and the flashy. The MRB super bright, white and smaller. So I’m not sure. I am considering other uses for the OEC. Here is a pic.
This IMO looks gorgeous with an antique vibe. Less recognizable, perhaps More unique, than the lotus. I like mixing, not matching. Would you consider this and then perhaps the lotus ring next time?
@EpiFanatic, both of your rings are beautiful! So happy for you! Cannot wait to see what you decide re your new ‘uses’ or project mentioned above!
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i also definitely see the vintage vibes in it, probably from the platinum. i love the lotus ring on other ladies, but my hands are tiny so it looks redonkulous on me haha. i think i might do the vca lotus earrings & the HW lotus pendant. i saw this combo on a lady from insta and that’s what made me look into the HW lotus collection to begin with
Hi! My two cents...
I like the round much better. It is a better stone and the simple clean setting makes it all about the diamond and lets your diamond be the star (my ring is a classic simple Tiffany).
The European cut is also nice, but I can see yellow in that stone and some light leakage. But it was the way they cut at the time and some people like that softer look.
For me, I like the brilliance of a round and the fire in your round is excellent.
Since you said you might repurpose your diamond...
How about this as a new ring idea? I am a big fan of a simple sparkly diamond ring on the left hand, then a big bold colored gemstone ring on the right hand. If you like that also, how about resetting the European diamond and making a Toi et Moi ring. They are a classic (think Napoleon & Josephine) and they have gained a lot of popularity now. Here is one I like a lot to give you an idea. For your diamond, it looks to be about 3-3.5 ct? That would be a perfect size and then may I suggest pairing it with a similar size Colombian emerald or Ceylon sapphire. That would be a stunning ring in my opinon.
Good luck!
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@sunnylovesjewelry I think HW looks way better. It looks very rich compared to VCA lotus. VCA lotus seems too dainty/skinny for a pendant IMO
Thanks for your thoughts. People often have specific opinions on preference. But I’ve learned that I can and do love both. Realistically I don’t ever wear a significant RHR. But maybe an alternative ering. I love this setting by Caysie van Bebber.
very me. With emerald sides.
or at some point get a match and do these cut down Colette style.
but I love my euro and prob won’t let it go.
or get a match and make them into earrings like these with jewel by Grace. But these are 5 carats each. Lol!
i love both, but your euro is a beauty! it’s soft and gives off this warm, romantic vibe. i think you should go for the earrings because WOW those are beyond gorgeous. i’m sure they cost an arm and a leg though.
thought i’d share some pics i just got of the aquamarine loop earrings from HW. these are about 20k. i love this pop of blue and i think it’d be so pretty paired with a 10 motif chalcedony. HW is getting dangerous for me 
