Show me your Van Cleef and Arpels jewelry!

[yssie]

I actually think it's hilarious. Why did I even go there....

Sigggghhhh. Men.

 

[LLJsmom]

Lolol! It was a care package with lollipops and a coloring book and colored pencils from VCA. I gave my husband way too much credit

It’s ok. There always next time!

 

[diamondyes]

Lolol! It was a care package with lollipops and a coloring book and colored pencils from VCA. I gave my husband way too much credit

I’d love to see the colouring book and to know the brand of lollipops?!

 

[LLJsmom]

HI:

WOW. @LLJsmom that butterfly collection is gorgeous! How wonderful!! Congrats!

cheers--Sharon

Thanks Sharon. The butterfly collection is truly addictive. I hope I can add the earrings next year and crossing fingers the price increase won't be a lot.

 

[LLJsmom]

Yay! Both necklaces are absolutely gorgeous on you ladies! How fun to be able to share this experience (and a love of jewelry) with your mom. My mom has absolutely no interest in jewelry.

And you are rock'n the MOP butterfly earrings! They NEED to come home with you!

Thank you. It is a lot of fun. My mom is way more decisive than me though. She has confidence in her opinions and first impressions. Once she likes something, it stays liked. And she never second guesses herself once she decides she will buy it. She has no patience for my "sleep on it", for like 365 days x 3 years decision making process.

 

[Phoenix]

Here are some pics of the new SF boutique.

I love that it has a bar!

 

[Phoenix]

Wanna guess what we came away with?


My mom loved the butterfly pendant so it had to be. I love it too. But I think the earrings are definitely next on my list. And surprisingly the lotus pendant is growing on me.

Congrats to your mom.

 

[upgradingmama]

I’d love to see the colouring book and to know the brand of lollipops?!

It’s more like journals/ note pads and coloring pencils. Here you go! One lollipop missing because I have a 10 year old

 

[diamondseeker2006]

I'm working towards this piece.

Vintage Alhambra bracelet, 5 motifs - VCARP2R900 - Van Cleef & Arpels

Vintage Alhambra bracelet, 5 motifs, rhodium plated 18K white gold, onyx, round diamonds; diamond quality DEF, IF to VVS.

www.vancleefarpels.com

But the price is painful. Would it be too risky to look into preloved at a reputable reseller?

Kim, I wouldn't buy any current stock piece from a reseller. As someone else said, the prices are too close to retail to be worth it. Many people stack bracelets and I would really want a new one. Plus you know for sure it is authentic coming from a boutique.

 

[canuk-gal]

Kim, I wouldn't buy any current stock piece from a reseller. As someone else said, the prices are too close to retail to be worth it. Many people stack bracelets and I would really want a new one. Plus you know for sure it is authentic coming from a boutique.

+ a billion. That said, maybe if the reseller was a PS'er whose shown their new stuff here!

 

[canuk-gal]

Lolol! It was a care package with lollipops and a coloring book and colored pencils from VCA. I gave my husband way too much credit

LOLOL. I feel ya.

I came home from work a couple of months ago to a big Tiffany box situated on the dining room table. I was shocked....was it my long coveted Victoria diamond bracelet? Nope. But I love the Tiffany porcelain cups nonetheless.

 

[Missie1]

Wanna guess what we came away with?


My mom loved the butterfly pendant so it had to be. I love it too. But I think the earrings are definitely next on my list. And surprisingly the lotus pendant is growing on me.

Congratulations love love the butterfly.

 

[Missie1]

Thanks Sharon. The butterfly collection is truly addictive. I hope I can add the earrings next year and crossing fingers the price increase won't be a lot.

They are truly stunning on you. They are on my list as well for next year. I know there will be price increase this year that we can’t avoid. I’m planning to place deposit for them beginning of the year to lock price down and go from there

 

[LLJsmom]

It’s more like journals/ note pads and coloring pencils. Here you go! One lollipop missing because I have a 10 year old

These gifts are so pretty!

 

[LLJsmom]

Congrats to your mom.

Thank you @Phoenix !

 

[LLJsmom]

They are truly stunning on you. They are on my list as well for next year. I know there will be price increase this year that we can’t avoid. I’m planning to place deposit for them beginning of the year to lock price down and go from there

Thank you @Missie1 . Do you think you will place an order early 2023? Cause at this rate, that's when I'll be able to. At least, that's what I tell myself. Sometimes I get this panicky feeling like I need to place the order right away or the price will increase exponentially, like other brands that shall remain unnamed. But then I feel like I am buying under duress, and I don't want to buy that way. It's not actually a good feeling. I want to buy one piece I really love and be happy and satisfied with that piece, until I get it and enjoy it for a while. Then I can see how I feel after living with that piece and see how much I want that next piece. KWIM? VCA makes it so hard...

 

[Boom]

Neck shot (customized with additional length added):

You rock the Magic size!

 

[Boom]

So ladies I guess it’s the week of turquoise as I have gotten my hands on 5 motif wg Alhambra in excellent condition. It just came back from workshop where all motifs were replaced.

Congratulations!
Whoa, brand new motifs. That's as close to getting a Alhambra turquoise bracelet direct from VCA as you can get right now!

 

[Boom]

So the Zodiaque collection is not most people’s cup of tea, but I had a feeling it would be my vibe! I love my medallion, currently on an 18 inch Tiffany chain. I’m probably going to get the 70cm trace chain so I can wear it longer but considering other options- it seems like a Paperclip style or thicker chain could be a nice option.

It looks perfect on you!
You have a beautiful smile, congrats!

 

[Fabulous50]

So the Zodiaque collection is not most people’s cup of tea, but I had a feeling it would be my vibe! I love my medallion, currently on an 18 inch Tiffany chain. I’m probably going to get the 70cm trace chain so I can wear it longer but considering other options- it seems like a Paperclip style or thicker chain could be a nice option.

I have my eye on it too, and I am also a cancer. Looks great on you!

 

[Boom]

Just sharing a few WG and carnelian pics. Couldn’t find this bracelet for a while. LOL.

Amazing SO stack!
And to share a love of jewelry with your mom and go shopping together is such a great way to bond!
The butterfly line in MOP caught my eye too years ago, the domed and polished MOP seems to give it that extra sheen and colorplay.

 

[Rubies-R-Me]

Just sharing a few WG and carnelian pics. Couldn’t find this bracelet for a while. LOL.

LOVE that combo!!!
I just looked on the VCA website.. is the WG and Carnelian not usually available?
It also is stunning stacked with your WG and diamonds. A perfect set!

 

[LLJsmom]

Amazing SO stack!
And to share a love of jewelry with your mom and go shopping together is such a great way to bond!
The butterfly line in MOP caught my eye too years ago, the domed and polished MOP seems to give it that extra sheen and colorplay.

Thank you @Boom . It really does, the color play due to the curve of the MOP, just like the way the MOP curves on @yssie ’s RDN earring s . I never noticed it before seeing her mod shots. I’m in love with them.

 

[LLJsmom]

LOVE that combo!!!
I just looked on the VCA website.. is the WG and Carnelian not usually available?
It also is stunning stacked with your WG and diamonds. A perfect set!

Hi @Rubies-R-Me , thank you! The WG and carnelian were a SO. The WG bracelet is actually just all WG. The diamond one is a sadly beyond my price point. I will admit it feels hard to find a bracelet that works with the carnelian because it’s so bold. The WG looks the best so far. Onyx clashes too much and chalcedony seems to disappear next to it. LOL!

 

[LLJsmom]

My new lovely turquoise Lucky butterfly, joining the blue family (missing are the RdN's which are not with me right now). Sorry for the blurry pics. It's very cloudy where I am right now.

Congratulations @Phoenix on snagging such a hard to find piece!! Matches your summer wardrobe perfectly.

 

[LLJsmom]

So ladies I guess it’s the week of turquoise as I have gotten my hands on 5 motif wg Alhambra in excellent condition. It just came back from workshop where all motifs were replaced.

@Missie1 Congratulations on this gorgeous WG piece! It’s beautiful and looks like it’s in amazing condition. All new motifs. How fabulous. Can’t wait to See more mod shots when you get your clover bangle. It will be an amazing stack.

 

[Buttercookies]

Hi gals. I hope I can add my bits to this thread.
I just got my Onyx bracelet for my 4th anniversary to match my onyx earrings. I love it to pieces.





And here are my bracelet family. I actually don’t own MOP because I’m just too afraid I might shrink them.

The lighting in here is a bit dark. I try not to wake up the baby but the lucky bracelet is a lot more vibrant.

 

[Rubies-R-Me]

Hi @Rubies-R-Me , thank you! The WG and carnelian were a SO. The WG bracelet is actually just all WG. The diamond one is a sadly beyond my price point. I will admit it feels hard to find a bracelet that works with the carnelian because it’s so bold. The WG looks the best so far. Onyx clashes too much and chalcedony seems to disappear next to it. LOL!

Hi LLJsmom!
Thanks for the info about each piece. It's so funny.. I was convinced from the picture that your WG one had diamonds on it! I guess it's the "bumps" that are there.. makes it look extra shiny and rich.
Also.. so interesting that the carnelian is special order. I have never done that.. didn't really think about it as a possibility. It does look extra special in WG. Great choice.
Enjoy your lovely set and all your first rate finery!! It's all beyond!

 

[Rubies-R-Me]

Hi gals. I hope I can add my bits to this thread.
I just got my Onyx bracelet for my 4th anniversary to match my onyx earrings. I love it to pieces.





And here are my bracelet family. I actually don’t own MOP because I’m just too afraid I might shrink them.

The lighting in here is a bit dark. I try not to wake up the baby but the lucky bracelet is a lot more vibrant.

Woah Buttercookies!! What a collection!!! A yellow gold extravaganza.
Absolutely S T U N N I N G!!!
BRAVO!!!

 

[Rubies-R-Me]

Last but not least.. does anyone watch the Real Housewives of the OC?
The reunion show was on last week and Heather Dubrow was decked out in VCA
finery. LOVED IT!!