Which piece is more special? (Tiffany vs VCA)

[sosauce]

I have to agree with the Victoria lovers, especially after seeing modelling pics. To be very honest, the enchante somehow seems less “high end” (at least in the pictures) when worn by itself whereas the Victoria has a great presence on your wrist. The enchante improves when stacked with other bracelets.

The Enchant would’ve been a more “affordable” replacement for the folie des pres bracelet that I adore so much. Either way, I think it’s a good sign that people like the Victoria pretty unequivocally.

Now that we’ve seen modeling photos, the Victoria is hands down nicer. It is such a classic and wearable as an everyday and evening. It is stunning, don’t hesitate any more. Just get the Victoria. Love it on you.

Thanks for the feedback! Ahaha, I would love to not hesitate, but I told my SA that this would be a summer purchase near my birthday.

+1. Though I would love the see some one model the butterfly which is the most unique of the three choices.
The criteria of easy to wear is sometimes at odds with a unique piece, unless you subscribe to the notion to simply wear what you love enough so it becomes your unique look. If the test is ease of everyday wear, perhaps the VCA bracelet wins after all. . .
My personal test of whether to buy a piece of jewelry is whether I love it so much, I cannot bear to take it off and must purchase. . .

The butterfly is beautiful. But it would have to be a special order. I’d pay 50% now and the rest upon collection. The process would take 6 months to a year to complete. Sadly then, no modeling shots. I also have some butterfly brooches already. So perhaps it’d be repetitive.

Overall, I realized that I’m not at “that level” where I should be dropping 35K for a brooch that I can only wear when it’s mildly chilly outside, so that I can pin it onto a jacket. X_X

A diamond bracelet is definitely the more practical choice. And they sparkle LIKE CRAZY. When I had all three diamond bracelets on, that was over 20 carats of diamonds on my wrist! I looked in the mirror and was completely bedazzled. I’ve never seen so much sparkle on one area of my body before.

 

[sosauce]

I am definitely not a fan of the Lynn. I know some people love it, but again, as you are asking for opinions to see all points of view, and I certainly do not mean to offend any Lynn lovers (in the same vein, I know there is jewelry I love that others do not... again preference). Lynn looks like mall jewelry to me, nothing special. 36 stone is nice, but I don't love those metal Xs (way too much metal), so another no for me. If you have not yet tried on the 36 stone bracelet, to me, it feels more like a metal chain bracelet with a few diamonds added vs. the Victoria which is a true diamond bracelet. I think you will immediately know once you try that piece on. It's a lot of metal.

I still vote Victoria. But of course, it's all what you like.
Honestly, I think you are now going off course because neither Lynn or nor 36 stone are special or unique pieces, and I saw in your other post you were looking for a unique piece.

Does the butterfly no longer appeal to you? It was going to be your special piece? All these other pieces are nice, but definitely not special... very common rather. I mention that just to be sure you have no regrets... as in, don't listen to us (including me!). Go with your heart.

The only Schlumberger pieces I’ve really liked are the limited-edition 16 stone ring with pink diamonds (I wish the ring were two-toned though, instead of being all rose gold) and the bird on a rock brooch.

But I don’t need any more rings right now — especially in rose gold! And I’ve realized that although I’m a pretty big collector of pins and brooches, on a cost-per-wear analysis, a brooch just isn’t as useful as a bracelet.

Also, I would want the bird on a rock in morganite, which is priced over 100K. Or I’d want it with yellow topaz, which would have to be a lengthy special order and also probably be in the six-figure range...



I tried on the croisillon bracelet. Just not for me. I don’t think it stacks very well with other bracelets, and I feel that I’d have to start collecting all the colors in order to really enjoy it. Also, the enamel isn’t suitable for day-to-day wear. I mean, I take pretty good care of my jewelry and remove it all as soon as I get home, but I still don’t like the idea of wearing something as delicate and irreparable as enamel on my wrist.

But thanks for the suggestion about Victoria. I’d only seen the line bracelet in store before, which was always a bit blah for me. But the alternating is exquisite, and I think it has just enough design elements that it doesn’t appear bland. Definitely going to start saving up to get it in time for my summer birthday. My budget has increased yet again lol

 

[880]

I’m a pretty big collector of pins and brooches,

Would love to see your collection! I love brooches, but I don’t spend much on them bc I don’t really know how or where to wear them. It’s kind of like DHs pocket squares. I love them in theory, but in practice, I think they are putting on the dog
I love the croisillon on other people. On me, it looks like costume jewelry, but so do many jade versions of the Verdura cuff, which was very sad as the black jade especially was my first jewelry crush. . .

 

[Notorious Pink]

Would love to see your collection!

+1! post pics please!

 

[sosauce]

Would love to see your collection! I love brooches, but I don’t spend much on them bc I don’t really know how or where to wear them. It’s kind of like DHs pocket squares. I love them in theory, but in practice, I think they are putting on the dog
I love the croisillon on other people. On me, it looks like costume jewelry, but so do many jade versions of the Verdura cuff, which was very sad as the black jade especially was my first jewelry crush. . .

+1! post pics please!

I’ll have to take more photos of my pins sometime! I would like to build more sets around my brooches. But I find it difficult, since brooches tend to be more ornate than your typical bracelets and pendants.

In general, I like pins and brooches, because they don’t require a lot of upkeep or cleaning. The diamonds always sparkle a lot, since the piece isn’t in constant contact with your body. Also, I feel that there’s a lot more creativity and craftsmanship that goes into the design of brooches. A brooch is also very visible, since it won’t fall underneath the collar of a shirt or be hidden underneath outerwear. And if you want to wear one around your neck, a brooch can be worn with a chain to make a lovely pendant.

Today, I’m wearing rubies. I have on the Tiffany enchant ruby dragonfly and the Ruby T wire bracelet.

 

[Cool Breeze]

I’ll have to take more photos of my pins sometime! I would like to build more sets around my brooches. But I find it difficult, since brooches tend to be more ornate than your typical bracelets and pendants.

In general, I like pins and brooches, because they don’t require a lot of upkeep or cleaning. The diamonds always sparkle a lot, since the piece isn’t in constant contact with your body. Also, I feel that there’s a lot more creativity and craftsmanship that goes into the design of brooches. A brooch is also very visible, since it won’t fall underneath the collar of a shirt or be hidden underneath outerwear. And if you want to wear one around your neck, a brooch can be worn with a chain to make a lovely pendant.

Today, I’m wearing rubies. I have on the Tiffany enchant ruby dragonfly and the Ruby T wire bracelet.

Love it! It’s a very pretty and clean design. That’s the kind of brooch I would feel very comfortable wearing. Thank you for sharing.

 

[880]

I feel that there’s a lot more creativity and craftsmanship that goes into the design of brooches. A brooch is also very visible, since it won’t fall underneath the collar of a shirt or be hidden underneath outerwear. And if you want to wear one around your neck, a brooch can be worn with a chain to make a lovely pendant

Your dragonfly is stunn8ng! Thank you so much for sharing it!

 

[sosauce]

Thank you for all of your input! I ended up buying the Tiffany Victoria bracelet today. It’s being sent out to add an extra safety latch, so I had to part with it already. Either way, it’s like my early birthday present for this year and I’m loving it. Sooo sparkly to look at.

 

[glamourbag]

Thank you for all of your input! I ended up buying the Tiffany Victoria bracelet today. It’s being sent out to add an extra safety latch, so I had to part with it already. Either way, it’s like my early birthday present for this year and I’m loving it. Sooo sparkly to look at.

It’s beautiful!!! Congratulations on a perfect decision. I love it on you. Happy early birthday!

 

[deedeedor]

Beautiful!!! Great choice. Looks absolutely elegant and gorgeous

 

[BigAkoya]

Love it! It's gorgeous on you! Congratulations.