#JOTW 1.27ct Lucere branded cut!

[MakingTheGrade]

I totally get it - I'm experiencing exactly the same evolution! Especially as my lifestyle is becoming even more casual and hands-on as I age.

I really see now why older women go for larger stones and chunkier, more solid statement pieces - it isn't just about having more resources for larger stones and more precious metal. It's years of learned experience as to what really holds up to life PLUS the fact that, as our skin gets drier, more wrinkled, puffier, and more vein-y, and saggy, and covered with more age spots and uneven coloration, those impossibly feminine, dainty, delicate pieces that were so marvelous against the backdrop of a smooth youthful canvas just do not work any more. Pieces need to have size and substance to be seen and serve their "adornment" purpose amidst all the "visual clutter" that the aging body creates. Now, judging by your hands, you have a ways to go before dealing with that last part, but I'm definitely there, and just cannot get away with the stuff I've gravitated to and worn all my life prior!

Yes exactly!!! Just insightful points and such well made! I still love admiring the delicate pieces on my younger colleagues, but I’m definitely gravitating in a different direction for my own wear these days.

 

[MakingTheGrade]

Alright I think I settled on a band that pairs well and will help me not give into temptation for a Lucida band haha.

Found this antique/vintage band that is two tone with lovely miligrain detailing and a geometric pattern

 

[MakingTheGrade]

Yes exactly!!! Just insightful points and such well made! I still love admiring the delicate pieces on my younger colleagues, but I’m definitely gravitating in a different direction for my own wear these days.

Aaaand I’ve already scuffed the crap out of the underside of the ring. Took all of 2-3 weeks? This is why I can’t wear delicate things anymore At least not regularly. I like that this is a ring I don’t need to baby or take off, I can just get it repolished eventually.

 

[Ally T]

Aaaand I’ve already scuffed the crap out of the underside of the ring. Took all of 2-3 weeks? This is why I can’t wear delicate things anymore At least not regularly. I like that this is a ring I don’t need to baby or take off, I can just get it repolished eventually.

It’s fine! Patina is a lovely thing & tells the story of time! Like, have you ever SEEN my never ever removed wedding ring?? We’ve been through almost 17 years together…..