Van Cleef Vintage Alhambra Diamond Yellow Gold

Van Cleef Vintage Alhambra Diamond Yellow Gold

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2025년

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1,310만원

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Okay, here's the translated text, aiming for naturalness and emotional resonance: Hey everyone, it's Bbini Bbini! I joined the Chicment cafe about eight years ago after buying a Chanel WOC... I'd been holding back for a while, but as I turned 40, I suddenly felt like I deserved a piece of fine jewelry. With gold prices constantly rising, I decided to sell my 5-don gold bracelet (purchased during my pregnancy) and buy a necklace! My 5-don gold bracelet was purchased in 2018. My friend had recently bought a Bulgari B.Zero1 mini (rose gold), which caught my eye... But I thought I should get the 'yellow gold' version, which is a bit more brilliant than rose gold. When I saw my friend wearing the necklace, it was subtly beautiful. One day in October, I visited the Bulgari store at Hyundai Department Store Trade Center branch and tried on the B.Zero1 mini, mini pavé, Serpenti, and Divas' Dream necklaces, but none of them felt like 'the one.' Then I went to Cartier next door, hoping to see the Diamants Légers, but I didn't know I could only purchase it on weekdays (it was a weekend). The sales associate recommended this one, saying it was good for everyday wear. I asked if I could take a photo and said I'd think about it before deciding. Then, I started frantically searching online to figure out what to buy. Since this was my first time buying fine jewelry, I wanted something I could wear every day for a long time. A few days later, I ran into an acquaintance of my husband and the topic of necklaces came up. She recommended the Van Cleef & Arpels hammered Alhambra! I'd seen the MOP Alhambra often, but the hammered version was new to me. When I looked it up online, it seemed feminine and subtle, perfect for everyday wear. But it was sold out nationwide! Since it was sold out, I couldn't see the hammered Alhambra in person, which made things even harder. The 고민은 계속 되었습니다...ㅠ.ㅠ continued... My acquaintance said the hammered Alhambra was perfect for everyday wear, but her true dream was the 'Vinda' (Vintage Alhambra). I had no idea what the Vinda was, but I learned about the Vintage Alhambra with diamonds 😅. The model with diamonds 박힌 all over it! But the price was more than double the hammered Alhambra, which was another blow. I was already going over budget with the hammered Alhambra, so the Vinda was way out of my league. 🙄🙄 I showed my husband a photo of the hammered Alhambra via text, and he said it was pretty and told me to buy it... Even though it was my own money... I didn't have the confidence to say I wanted the Vinda... So, I casually mentioned, "Honey, the hammered Alhambra is pretty, but the one with diamonds is really beautiful," whenever the opportunity arose. 😊😆😅 After 고민을 끙끙대다가 혼자, I finally made plans to meet my friend in Seoul. I accessed the website and completed a reservation to look around comfortably! However, the hammered Alhambra was sold out nationwide... In the reservation request, I left a note saying, 'Deciding between hammered Alhambra and Vinda.' I made reservations at three stores. Then, my husband suddenly said I should use his card to pay for the necklace. I vaguely remembered hearing that only the cardholder could pay, so I contacted customer service. They confirmed that only the cardholder could pay. To pay with my husband's card, he would have to come with me. They asked which product I wanted, and I said I wanted the hammered Alhambra. They said they had just received one hammered Alhambra today, but a customer with a reservation was coming in. If they didn't buy it, they would contact me again. A few hours later, I received a call saying they had exactly one hammered Alhambra in stock and would put me on the waiting list if I came tomorrow! It was sold out nationwide, so I knew I had to go because I might not be able to see it in person otherwise... I told my husband, and he said we should go tomorrow. I had already made a reservation to visit with my friend, but there was no guarantee the hammered Alhambra would still be there, so I decided to go with my husband first (sorry, friend!). So, one day in October, we headed to Seoul! I was a little worried because I had never seen the hammered Alhambra in person. What if I didn't like it? In my heart, I was thinking, 'If I don't like it, I'll buy the Bulgari mini pavé!' I visited the Van Cleef & Arpels store. Finally, the sales associate brought out the hammered Alhambra! Only trying it on was allowed! They said I couldn't take photos in the store. In that moment, I knew it was 'the one'! It was so feminine and subtly beautiful. 🥰😍 However, since I'd come all this way, I had to see the Vinda... I had to ask to see the Vinda!!! The 영롱함과 반짝임이 brilliance and sparkle didn't translate in photos. As expected, the Vinda was 정말 반짝반짝 very sparkly. The moment my husband saw the Vinda, he looked like he knew diamonds were something special. I asked to see the Vinda in white gold too, and the sales associate brought it out (but I couldn't take a photo). The yellow gold, which sparkled like lemon light, was prettier! ☺️☺️ But at the moment I decided I would get the hammered Alhambra, my husband said, "If you like the diamond one, get the diamond one!" I thought I misheard him,,, 🙄 The price is so high, is it okay to get the diamond one,,, 🙃 The hammered Alhambra is pretty enough,,, ☺️ But if I don't get it now, I might not be able to get it next time,,, 🤣 Should I do it while he's telling me to,,, 🤭 Hundreds of thoughts flashed through my mind. 😆😅 In the end, I felt like I wouldn't be able to buy the Vinda for the next five years if I didn't buy it now, so I got the Vinda!!! My precious Vinda 🥰😍💛💕❤️💚 - Purchased on (Date of Visit): October 22, 2025 (Wednesday) Location: Lotte Department Store Main Branch, Van Cleef & Arpels Price: KRW 13,100,000 The dazzling brilliance and sparkle don't show up in the photos ㅠㅠ. I wear it here and there with t-shirts every day. But every time I wear it, I keep checking to make sure the clasp is properly fastened... Ugh 😅🤣😂 That's how the Vinda came to me (thank you, husband!) After deciding on the Vinda, I wondered how to tell my friend this story. That night, I sent her a long text message. My friend said, "Good job, good job!! Let's meet up and eat something delicious that day~ I'll treat you 😊☺️." I also met the acquaintance who recommended the Vinda. That's how this 40-something working mom entered the world of Van Cleef & Arpels. I need to get something for myself every anniversary! I'm already thinking about a ring for next time. Thank you for reading ☺️