What's your unpopular jewelry opinion?

[Swanky]

If you're not discussing unpopular opinions, then you're off topic. BE KIND and please stay on topic

 

[BlingCat]

Unpopular opinion: just because something is "classic" doesn't mean it will work for every individual. Specific gripe? white pearls don't really work for *everyone*
Case in point: with age, my teeth aren't as white as they used to be (#blamestarbucks)... so the beautiful, classic white pearl strand wedding gift never gets worn because it just calls out how my sensitive teeth can't tolerate whitening.

 

[mrs moulds]

I am not a fan of the Love Bracelet. It doesn’t do anything for me. I feel like every one is entitled to like what makes their heart skip a beat. I still love Tiffany’s jewelry, due to beautiful designs, and the price points are available so any women or men can feel beautiful/handsome and blessed to own an iconic piece of jewelry.

 

[DreamingBeauty]

I love costume/cheaper jewelry just as much as the high end. I like larger pieces, sparkly pieces, fun pieces, unique pieces. I won't buy base metal rings anymore though as the finishes just don't last well, have to be at least sterling silver.

 

[Bagatha Christie]

Unpopular opinion: just because something is "classic" doesn't mean it will work for every individual. Specific gripe? white pearls don't really work for *everyone*
Case in point: with age, my teeth aren't as white as they used to be (#blamestarbucks)... so the beautiful, classic white pearl strand wedding gift never gets worn because it just calls out how my sensitive teeth can't tolerate whitening.

I completely agree.
I love pearls and have pearl pieces but I find the traditional necklace very difficult to style.

 

[txstats]

I don’t understand designer jewelry, and I won’t spend a penny on it.

 

[txstats]

Just thought of another. If you’re buying a high end watch you should buy from a specialist watch house - not somewhere who does general jewellery like Cartier, Chanel, VCA etc. And you should buy automatic, never quartz. Now I know this is a VERY unpopular opinion!

I actually like Tank watches but agree that they’re overpriced for quartz movement. If I’m spending $$$$ on a watch, I want it to be automatic.

 

[txstats]

My unpopular opinions:
- Mined diamonds are overrated, they're pretty but not worth the price for me. I'd much rather drop 4 months salary on a fantastic holiday, a car, or stocks.
- Similarly, I am a fan of synthetic gems, same characteristics, better quality, better durability (as they don't have inclusions), lower price, possibly a lower environmental impact. What's not to like? Jewellery is not a good investment most of the times, it is almost always sold at a loss, so why should I pay premium for "natural", when lab grown gives me the same, or better, beauty and durability at a lower price point?

I prefer natural but would also rather drop my 4 months salary on stocks lol

 

[huddlelove]

@songofthesea, ITA re the pandemic. These are first world problems. But, I enjoy reading threads like this that demonstrate or celebrate our diversity of opinion. Just because @muddledmint posts above that Diamond studs aren’t for her doesn’t affect how much I love mine. (But she makes me think about more artistic diamond earrings designs So, I almost learn more from differing opinions than I do from ones that share my aesthetic.

Thanks to TPF, I’ll post my definitive opinion ( for example, I gave up on Chanel RTW and bags in 2008 to switch to Hermes (@docride started me on that journey and her preferences for patinated heritage leather and sustainable consumption still figure in all my bag choices). . . Then I’ll read a TPF thread that will make me eat my words. (in my case an so black chevron reissue mini and all of the members on the Chanel RTW thread who have posted on various current chanel offerings like the pink fluffy collared sweater, white jackets and open weave and fit (the posts of @pigleto972001, @911 snowball, @periogirl28 @TraceySH, and @grace kelly to name only a few off the top of my head). I don’t share all of their aesthetics or budgets (am still not a pink or white jacket person) but their posts have helped inform, edit and change my own decision process.

Re jewelry, I thought I loved Cartier watches and was tired of Rolex. . . Now I am reversing and thinking about an Alange watch of my own. . I also posted earlier that I only like VCA and Cartier jewelry on others but not myself, as I’m more of a Verdura person. . . And, now I’m thinking about the VCA lotus ring, the Jackie O Etruscan cuff and a Leanne necklace, and am looking at vintage VCA too (via appts at VCA, Verdura Belperron and Briony Raymond etc). I also benefit from reading about the TPF experience of others on a similar quest and am trying to work out how my dream of a Verdura cuff can work on my shorter curvier forearm and wrist. A couple of belperron (owned by Verdura) pieces certainly does work though . . . I couldn’t have evolved on the jewelry journey without reading from lots of TPfer posts like those of (@kipp, @etoupebirkin, @RT1, @tlamdang08 @Notorious Pink, @Comfortably Numb, @papertiger, @willeyi, @TraceySH, @Tasha1, @rileygirl, @Canturi lover, and @Rockerchic, to name only a few. . . TPF has opened up my first world horizons, first with respect to Chanel and Hermes and duret and delvaux, and now with respect to my newbie jewelry journey. . . I’m learning a lot and having fun admiring their eye candy!

Due to covid world restrictions and the worrying terminal health issues of a family member, I actually need TPF as a distraction and way to pass time. It’s part of retail therapy when you may be afraid to venture outside or shop in person or don’t want to think about doctors and treatments. apologies for the digressions and length of this post!

Well said and thank you for this! That is what this forum is for - for diverse opinions. If I don’t like the Love bracelet for a variety of reasons then I should feel free to state those reasons without a barrage of replies trying to prove me wrong or say I am being dismissive. I don’t wear or buy what I have because of what others think but I do value their opinion and it makes me think more broadly. So we shouldn’t shame others for what they think- embrace it and try to understand their perspective. If we all thought the same things it would be a very boring world! Really enjoyed your thoughtful post

 

[880]

Well said and thank you for this! That is what this forum is for - for diverse opinions. If I don’t like the Love bracelet for a variety of reasons then I should feel free to state those reasons without a barrage of replies trying to prove me wrong or say I am being dismissive. I don’t wear or buy what I have because of what others think but I do value their opinion and it makes me think more broadly. So we shouldn’t shame others for what they think- embrace it and try to understand their perspective. If we all thought the same things it would be a very boring world! Really enjoyed your thoughtful post

Thank you so much, @huddlelove! Hugs

 

[Bagatha Christie]

I think conch pearls look like boils.

I can’t stand pink gemstones, in general, 9 times out of 10.

How many artisanal jewellery brands are going to bring out plain medium-sized gold hoops?

Really controversial- I think plain Jade looks nice but kind of semi-precious?
This might be a cultural thing I guess as I don’t come from a country that values Jade.

 

[limom]

I think conch pearls look like boils.

I can’t stand pink gemstones, in general, 9 times out of 10.

How many artisanal jewellery brands are going to bring out plain medium-sized gold hoops?

Really controversial- I think plain Jade looks nice but kind of semi-precious?
This might be a cultural thing I guess as I don’t come from a country that values Jade.

You have not seen the right pink stone yet!

 

[JenJBS]

Oh and also that bigger is not necessarily better when it comes to diamond studs or solitaire necklaces etc. Small and interesting detail looks more youthful and chic to me.

I agree that small and interesting detail can look more youthful and chic. But there are people who don't want a youthful and chic style. Some go for classic, timeless, elegant, exotic, understated, etc.

And even if someone wants to look youthful and chic most of the time, there can be exceptions. A job interview in certain industries/companies - especially depending on the position being interviewed for. I personally wouldn't be trying for a youthful and chic look for a funeral.

That's why I have a pair of small diamond studs, and small pearl studs, and colored stones, and youthful/fun pieces, and casual pieces. I want a variety of pieces/styles/looks for a variety of occasions.

 

[muddledmint]

I agree that small and interesting detail can look more youthful and chic. But there are people who don't want a youthful and chic style. Some go for classic, timeless, elegant, exotic, understated, etc.

And even if someone wants to look youthful and chic most of the time, there can be exceptions. A job interview in certain industries/companies - especially depending on the position being interviewed for. I personally wouldn't be trying for a youthful and chic look for a funeral.

That's why I have a pair of small diamond studs, and small pearl studs, and colored stones, and youthful/fun pieces, and casual pieces. I want a variety of pieces/styles/looks for a variety of occasions.

Good points. Also, everyone’s earlobes are different, and some ears look better with larger earrings. Queen Elizabeth would look very odd if she wore my catbird diamond chain studs, for instance. I guess my post was just to offer a counterpoint to the widely held assumption that everyone will grow out of their diamond carat size and want to upgrade eventually or that they should buy the biggest size they can afford to try to avoid this upgrade urge. I actually have regrets that I didn’t go for a smaller size on some of my earrings.

 

[Joelene]

Might be an unpopular opinion, but it’s my opinion. Lab diamonds are NOT as good as earth-mined diamonds. There’s just something special about knowing that an earth-mined diamond took at least 1 billion years at the right temperature and pressure to form. Compared to the short time it takes to grow a lab diamond. Also, there’s nothing wrong with 14kt solid gold. I’ve seen beautiful diamonds set in 14kt gold. Also, there’s not much of a noticeable difference between white 14kt and white 18kt gold. The difference is only noticeable with yellow gold.

 

[lalame]

1. Earth mined diamonds are overrated. Pretty but in no way worth the price, relative to other goods. Especially with lab diamonds now being much more affordable. I also think this about super high quality pearls, jade, and any other premium gems.
2. 14K gold is much more flattering, economical, and functional than 18K+.
3. Silver designer jewelry is a waste of money... and I used to be obsessed with DY.
4. The wrist party look is getting out of control. I can't believe it when I see people wearing 5 figures - or MORE! - worth of jewelry on just their wrist.
5. I appreciate the beauty of fine event jewelry but don't understand why people spend so much money on something they can't wear very often. Of course the people who do this don't have to worry about money as I do.