Sophie, it must be said again and again to you: You are a wise, sophisticated and high achieving woman. You taught yourself to knit beautifully. You are definitely a woman to be admired.

@MariaLouiseLovesLuxuries

2 жыл бұрын

I can’t agree more! Thank you Sophie for sharing all that you do and share with us! I definitely admire and look up to you for so much!

@KoriEmerson

2 жыл бұрын

SHE KNITS! she just got a new subscriber.

@websurfer4672

2 жыл бұрын

I agree. I really wanted to buy frivole for my mother since I can finally afford it. But after watching this and reading about the constant maintenance it requires, it does not feel worth it anymore.

@DixieBradford-gw8mt

2 ай бұрын

I have no pity for the luxury houses. Greedy AF. I can easily afford luxury, but even so, I wouldn't buy real with the 50% price hikes in the last couple years. *suluxs*

What’s more painful for me is watching people buying costume Jewellry from fashion houses such as Chanel..Dior.. etc.. that I can’t deal with.. I’d prefer to not do that and pay an amount to buy VCA.

@perthfanny3017

2 жыл бұрын

Costume jewelry is a joke... just some random cheap jewelry with a logo on it.

@AuthorLHollingsworth

2 жыл бұрын

@@perthfanny3017 I agree.

@AuthorLHollingsworth

2 жыл бұрын

@mero maya beylght ko khaire ho ra bolamaya amar 6 Facts!😇

@hylamyc

2 жыл бұрын

At least you can repair fine jewellery pieces~

@bwilliams5338

2 жыл бұрын

Designer costume jewelry is such a waste of money, in my opinion. Pieces can be £500-£1000 for metal and crystals.

My sister began her career as a jeweler for Tiffany and behind the scenes it is not elegant... they often hire jewelers fresh out of college so not necessarily the best and they are so 'mass marketed' it's like an assembly line in a dirty factory, the big name ones all do this! She now has her own jewelry business and on the side makes items for another small fine jeweler's shop that hires only experienced jewelers, and they are treated much better. Yes, the designers for the big box names may be 'famous' but they just come up with the concepts, the actual jewelry is created and assembled by lower level jewelers than most small and mid jewelry shops. So not only do the small shops have better prices and same to better quality, they also have better jewelers and better conditions for their jewelers (and they can obviously recreate the 'famous' designs if that's what you really want).

@kenzdomyuji8387

2 жыл бұрын

well don't be shy add her IG or websites, let's see her work i adore jewellery, indie brands is even more precious to me

@crabcakes4194

2 жыл бұрын

Yes please share so we can all support her business. Win-win

@EdwinaLondon

Жыл бұрын

I’ve honestly never understood the hype with Tiffany.

@ninaxu541

3 ай бұрын

even their engagement rings?

@EmmeChatterton

3 ай бұрын

@@ninaxu541 of course! Those are much simpler then their high jewelry line or their Superbowl rings for example, which my sister worked on. You are paying for a Tiffany box and a freshly graduated series of jewelers to assemble your ring among hundreds of others per day. Way better use of money to select a small independent jeweler, perhaps a master craftsman, to design and create your ring, usually at a much better price 🥂

My difficulty with these incredibly popular pieces is they just don't feel unique. I see Jewellery as something deeply personal and special. All my jewellery contains stones I've chosen. I know their provenance, most of the settings have been designed by me or my husband. That said, if you love them, and they are special to you awesome!!

@blingbom

2 жыл бұрын

definitely agree with you omg...these are SOOOOO not unique. Bags and shoes I understand as they are required to be produced at a mass production level. But jewelry can be individually made and can have so much character!

@AliaslsailA

2 жыл бұрын

I agree. I fell in love with the whole premise behind the love bracelet many years ago but now every single person on Instagram seems to wear it and that takes everything away from a piece that's supposed to feel special and tell a story.

@AminahSpencer

2 жыл бұрын

I just bought one but I totally get your point! Far too mainstream

@cynthiag1557

2 жыл бұрын

I find that a lot of these popular luxury items have been so oversaturated that they are common now. And I know at least for myself that I don't want to be considered common or basic.

@AminahSpencer

2 жыл бұрын

@@cynthiag1557 As i sit here with literally every jewelry brand that has been mentioned. I love my things but i have to agree with a lot of what you have just said!

As a former jeweller in Italy I know all too well the feeling of "oh, but it's not Pomellato".. There are some AMAZING artists out there...who could make the same Jewellery piece with better quality stones...but people (at least over here) only want the brand.

@blktauna

2 жыл бұрын

Ill take the quality grazie 😃

@y.preyer

2 жыл бұрын

Italian jewellery I have is of a good quality. I'm glad I have it.

@Nancy-tr1qp

2 жыл бұрын

Can anyone share some some high quality brands that aren’t mainstream - looking for Valentine’s Day present ideas for my husband and I refuse to buy from the above mentioned brands

@seabreeze4559

2 жыл бұрын

@@Nancy-tr1qp try mr porter

@blktauna

2 жыл бұрын

@@Nancy-tr1qp Depends on your taste and your husband's taste. I like Miansai for sleek minimal things, Lazaro Soho has interesting things, John Hardy, Konstantino... Or if there's an Indian community near you, see about having a goldsmith make something specific for him.

Thank you to Emre Can Ayaydin for requesting this video! Edit: In terms of diamonds, I only have my engagement ring and a pair earrings - I sound in this video like I’m dripping in them, I’m not! hahaha!xx

@taazam08

2 жыл бұрын

@sophie Check out Mirta! They do handbags made by artisans in Italy.

@sh2406

2 жыл бұрын

I thought that those beautiful Maria Tash earrings that you wear had diamonds in them.

Sophie you’re smart. This is exactly how I feel about high end jewellery. A Cartier love bracelet retails for approx £5k, but from a jeweller you can buy the same weight and carat of gold, just NOT designed for 2K! Whenever we go to dubai or saudi we buy lots of 18ct and 21ct gold there

@artsyhyd

8 ай бұрын

Exactly! Obviously Cartier sells their brand name.

Right on, Soph. I used to have a friend who worked at Cartier. The funny thing is Cartier and these brands have a proper high jewellery section with genuine unique pieces that go for as much as seven figures. So the Love bracelet or the Alhambra to them are just play money. Meanwhile the mass affluent crowd (us) oogle over them like they're genuinely valuable. They aren't that valuable. The brands know that, we should know that too.

@queenoasis

2 жыл бұрын

Have you actually owned any VCA or Cartier pieces? The resale value for the Alhambra and Love pieces are almost the same as market price. Most of the "mass affluent crowd" probably wouldn't buy their highest priced items...it's the mid range pieces that sell the most and fetch proper good prices in the pre loved market. I know because I've been buying and selling these items for the past few years.

@linalulu5153

2 жыл бұрын

I have watched a video by i don't remember who but they said that this love bracelet scratches so easily and wears of.Something like that. Plus every tacky and no so tacky handbag youtuber\ instagram influencers owns it.I own local silver jewelry from small shops that was less than 100 euros.The pieces i own are unique and haven't worn off even though i am not careful with them because they are so cheap.

@marianroberts7242

2 жыл бұрын

Actually in business terms, those jewelry houses probably make the make the most money on pieces like the Love bracelet or Alhambra collection because they move much higher volumes of these items than the pieces from their high jewelry collections, despite the lower price point. So those wouldn't be "play money" to them, more likely their bread and butter. It's the same business model couture houses use were their couture lines and shows bring them attention and prestige, but their ready to wear lines, small leather goods, perfumes etc are actually their most profitable categories.

@kristinag7553

2 жыл бұрын

@@linalulu5153 rubbish!

@violamoheb5313

2 жыл бұрын

Still love them and will buy and enjoy them!!!!

I don't like to buy "designer" jewelry pieces because they feel so impersonal. I'm not a collector, so I only buy jewelry for sentimental reasons. It's not that the design is something that everyone has, it's that the design is so tied into a brand, not a personal aesthetic.

This is a refreshing video. Personally I would much rather have a jewelry piece that is at least somewhat unique to me rather than the “status” bracelet desired and worn by so many. I also treasure jewellery pieces handed down through the family regardless of actual value.

social media has ruined the chanel flap bags for me. I'm used to seeing it everywhere, on every woman, lots of fakes....its every single bloggers trend bag and I'm so so so very sick of it. The one thing I knew when I started my collection is that I do not gravitate towards chanel at all....Although I do see the beauty in it, but I don't think I'll ever own one.

@KoriEmerson

2 жыл бұрын

I still want one. The story behind it just makes me happy.

When you talked about seeing luxury everywhere online making it not feel exclusive and special anymore to want to own, it also has the opposite effect of making people feel like everyone has it so it should be attainable for everyone. When a Chanel bag or Hermès is not attainable for the majority of people, ever, even with saving. I try to look around at the people in my life and note how truly, no one really has a Chanel/luxury bag and most don’t care and are happy to simply carry practical bags that fit their style and life.

I appreciate how much thought you put into your purchases. It feels like you really recognize that luxury is a luxury and I really respect how you go about things. Thank you for your input on all this!

@sandrar6670

2 жыл бұрын

I’m curious how she still feels about her Maria Tash diamond earrings. You are paying more for the brand name vs. weight and carats for what you get for the price.,

I do get attracted to these brands because of social media, however I still prefer jewellery from independent local jewellers because as you said the quality and price is significantly better

Sophie, you are SO refreshing! I feel like KZread is FULL of Hermes, VCA, and JUC rings (which to each their own) but I love that you have your own perspective and preferences 💜

@nadiamalen

2 жыл бұрын

Oh I agreed, I felt the exact same way watching this video.

Bvlgari is a great luxury jewelry brand that is underrated, but their pieces are stunning. I've also seen all of the luxury pieces for great buys from resellers.

@pretaporterp

2 жыл бұрын

so true!

@Dino2054

2 жыл бұрын

Bvlgari is not underrated it's just not advertised on social media from lots of influencers. Rich people know about Bvlgari and buy Bvlgari but many people don't even know what is it. Old money is whispering

@KoriEmerson

2 жыл бұрын

I have a vintage watch from them. 1957. I LOVE IT.

@melaniefields4589

2 жыл бұрын

I have a bvlgari item it is lovely, however I was looking at the design more than the name. I love mine

@HGDAI

2 жыл бұрын

I agreed, the bvlgari jewellery is well-made than Cartier - personal preference

I think a point that's missed is that just like classic handbags, luxury jewelry pieces also retain and grow in resale. So they too can be bought as investment pieces and naturally have better longevity and need less care than handbags. Plus at the end of the day they are still precious metals, so even if all else fails, they will always have value. I would pick luxury jewellery over a luxury handbag any day.

Instead of buying an engagement ring at Tiffany’s, I made my now-husband buy an even larger diamond of the same C/C/C quality at a jeweller’s and had him set the ring and design the band in a way I liked (lots of instructions for my poor then-boyfriend😁). He did an amazing job and the ring was still quite a bit cheaper than the Tiffany’s one. The main difference is the box it came in and that there’s no logo engraved inside. Two things I really don’t care about. On top of that, I now feel the ring was much more personal because my husband didn’t just go to a store and bought it, but had gone to the jeweller’s several times to get it exactly right.

I own both the love bracelet and the just un clou and also the just un clou ring. I also own a vintage Tank watch. I absolutely adore all these pieces and wear them everyday. The trick to buying and appreciating these things is to connect them to a sentimental moment like a birthday, push present or job promotion. I would buy all of them again! Also they become more precious the longer you wear them as they have been through more memories with you.

It’s interesting what brands people enjoy, isn’t it? I don’t see a lot of Chanel as worth it. But I do love Cartier. Yes, a few of the styles, like the Love, are instantly recognizable.But a lot aren’t. I even love the patina (the scratches) that develop over time as a piece becomes part of your everyday. A handbag I carry for a few hours, my Cartier I never take off. ❤️

@srkh8966

2 жыл бұрын

I love my tank watch

@rachelbarclay4202

2 жыл бұрын

My thoughts exactly I could never justify a Chanel bag but my love bracelet is very special to me

So fascinating to hear your perspective on all of this! About 6 months ago I got my dream job with a major luxury jewelry house (in part thanks to you and all of your career videos!). It’s so fascinating to get a look behind the curtain to see how these brands work! I love these types of videos, please keep them coming!

RE: weight of carats. If I’m completely honest my Cartier juste un clou which has

Vogue Paris is why I wanted a Cartier Love bracelet - it's always featured in their editorials and looks amazing IMO. Also, there's a Vogue Paris cover with Princess Caroline of Monaco (March 1979) wearing the Love bracelet - I go back to this cover often for inspiration - it's one of my all time favorites!

I use to feel less than because I wasn't able to purchase a Chanel, Dior, LV handbag every month. When I saved up enough money to purchase my one and only Chanel handbag the Coco handle in blackout/small. I was so happy and over the moon. Now I realize its not about what I have or can buy it is about happiness. Those handbags, jewelry, designer shoes are material. It's is what's on the inside that matters

@Sarah-lt1ox

2 жыл бұрын

Literally!! The middle class works hard to afford one, and as soon as they get it ( me included) the happiness doesn’t last

@poisonedchalice

2 жыл бұрын

Oh wow 👌🏽 1000%

Great video! Actually, social media has shown me many pieces that I thought I wanted but realized that I didn’t. So it’s been helpful to weed out impulse buys and jumping on trends that I would’ve regretted. This is for handbags and jewelry. I’m with you on not overpaying for a name when I can get excellent quality jewelry somewhere else. Plus there’s so many dupes of Cartier that look great without the name. If I wanted the look I’d buy that version (not fake replica but a quality piece that is similar and reflects the real value of the item). I love watching luxury KZread videos because they’re helpful 🤩

Hi Sophie, you are a breath of fresh air. I love how you keep it real/100!

Yep, I'm not into the " overexposed everyone has" pieces. I like vintage jewelry or items that are off the radar. I have a camellia flower pendant necklace from Chanel that I purchased in the early 2000's. I adore it and it's still in perfect condition. Other than my wedding rings, the ring I wear everyday and get the most compliments on is a turquoise and diamond ring my dad bought my mum in Greece in the 80's. She gave it to me. They both have passed so it's very special.

@seabreeze4559

2 жыл бұрын

chopard does a nice floral ring

Also love the hand knit sweaters (jumpers) ! Beautifully done!

Congratulations on finishing the sweaters/jumpers! They look great! I'm tempted by preloved luxury jewelry just because it's so easy to resell if I get tired of it in the future. But I agree with you that having a wedding and engagement ring set custom made would make them very personal and create lifelong memories.

I have a trinity ring from Cartier and I love it since it’s classic, understated and has not been very popular with influencers. I would not consider the Love or Juste un clou collections for the same reasons as you. xoxo

@susan5994

2 жыл бұрын

Same- I love my Trinity ring and don’t see it everywhere. I like the earrings too but don’t have them yet. I would never get the Love bracelet- just too obvious and a bit pedestrian.

@susanbaker2796

2 жыл бұрын

Just looked up the Cartier Trinity ring as I was not familiar. Oh, yessss. It's indeed beautiful. More beautiful than the Love or Juste un Clou. This is a much better choice. I am saving for a Cartier Tank Watch. Glad I don't see those everywhere.

@rsgal7539

2 жыл бұрын

@@susanbaker2796 I have the Cartier tank, I love it so much and it feels quite understated.

@ohaipatricia

2 жыл бұрын

I have a Cartier trinity ring too and I love it!

I love your sweaters. They are so incredibly cute. The care, practise and dedication rly shows. Great design and colour choice.

I bought the large juste un clou in rose gold with the diamonds in Zurich and I absolutely love it, no regrets. I was aware I was paying a premium for the prestige and brand not for the weight of gold and carats. The love bracelet is nice to have but not as beloved as my juste un clou. I got the love bracelet in white gold and diamonds Just elevates the look. I’ve purchased fine jewelry cheaper from reputable jewelers with higher carat weight than Cartier, but I’m okay with that. I did quite a bit of research before hand. If you’re concerned with scratches, buy it in white gold, it doesn’t show up as much. Not sure if I’ll ever buy VCA Alhambra. I’d rather get the Blvgari serpenti next.

@SophieShohetOfficial

2 жыл бұрын

Your set sounds beautiful! I didn't know that the white gold version didn't scratch. I think perhaps the gold is what seems most popular and reviewed on social media, so that's what I've seen. Hugs to you and have a great week Sandra! xx

Sophie I have to say how incredibly impressed I am that you’ve taught yourself to knit! That is unbelievably cool! Those jumpers are very pretty amazing job! 💗

I think with luxury, I know it seems that everyone has the same stuff, but in real life most people haven't even heard of these brands. I would only buy what I love despite the social media exposure, which for me is Cartier, I just love the non fussy/frilly designs. In real life I have seen the Love bracelet once on the tube.

@rolandom29

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed. A lot of people are not willing to buy or cannot afford Cartier

@XoxoSue

2 жыл бұрын

Couldn’t agreed more. In my town I’ve only seen another person wore the love bracelet. He actually had two love bracelets with diamonds. And I know he’s super well off because of my job position at the time. Besides that, haven’t seen one person wear one in my town. Same for my classic flap. Haven’t seen one person worn one in my town but me Lolol. I guess unless you’re from the popular cities.. (in the states: la, sf, ny, etc.). I love my luxury items ❤️

I love this! I wondered if you knitted that when saw it. It’s awesome. I was knitting my Hufflepuff scarf when watching this ❤️ awesome job looks fantastic

Beautifully knitted sweaters! You did a fabulous job! I agree with you about the Dior bags. I just got my Dior small book tote back out. I had not used it in awhile and I had forgotten how much I enjoy it! I know the Bobby bag from Dior has been out quite awhile now, but I keep thinking about it…I do love the black large one with the blue and black strap! Not a fan of the new Dior bowling bag! Take care and have a good week! 💕

Whole heartedly agree with you Sophie!I think there are some cute fine jewelry pieces from fashion houses and some other major jewelry houses, but I feel like the pieces from VCA and Cartier are almost like a uniform. I totally respect if people love them for their own style, but you can always find something that resonates with you and is likely at a lower price point for just as good if not higher quality. One could argue the same for any other items we might love, such as shoes or bags etc. But jewelry is extra special in my opinion as it can be handed down for generations easily and can be worn everyday. It should have a bit of our own spirit or energy with it that we feel represents us. I always enjoy your videos because even though you love luxury items, you often go for unique items and it shows you truly buy what you like. Whereas many times, it feels like the "starter pack" is LV NF, Chanel CF, Hermes B or K, then Cartier + VCA selections. I think we should only buy things that serve us well, that we truly love, and that make us happy.

@kateg1570

2 жыл бұрын

LOL starter pack, I love it! I like the H Kelly and the VCA necklace.. but please no NF 😆

I love this video. Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts with us! I, myself, have wanted a Cartier Love bracelet for years but it’s just something that I haven’t saved for yet. But I did purchase the Love ring for myself and I absolutely love it. I was disappointed about the way that it scratched SO easily, though. I even have some pretty deep scratches in mine and I took it back to the boutique to inquire about polishing. My SA then sat me down and shared a story with me about the collection. He said it is designed to wear and scratch that way. I know it sounds crazy but it truly is made to symbolize love. You find it and it’s shiny and new and beautiful. As your journey with love continues, you may be exposed to things that may cause nicks and bumps and scratches but the love endures. Even though it carries these marks now, it’s still YOUR love story. It’s a journey. Filled with memories and reminders of how much you’ve gone through. And I just thought that was beautiful and it made me appreciate my ring and the collection so much more. I’m a sucker for a good love story 😂 but that will always stick with me. 💚

@AliaslsailA

2 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you enjoy your purchase, but man, that's a great marketing technique to excuse the quality of the product.

@markrutherford6010

2 жыл бұрын

Just polish it at the local jeweller every few years. What is the problem ?, you don’t like the scratches, you will like the polished look.

your video was recommended at the top of my feed and i’m so happy i decided to click on it! aside from loving inside info on designer items, i’ve recently been into knitting so you’ve put me on to a gem with we are knitters 💗

Omg you knitted them gorgeous jumpers ! Wow . I am learning knitting from my Nan . I would love to make your one , the colours are gorgeous ❤️

I love those knitted sweaters Sophie! well done! I wish we could buy them :)

Hi Sophie, loved your perspective and I completely agree. When I started following luxury channels and accounts on social media, it all felt very glittery and aspiring at first but now I’ve gotten bored of seeing some brands every now and then. It’s like watching excess has made me want it less, just like you said, like I owned it and got bored of it. Some things don’t feel “classic” anymore. Beautiful knit, it goes to show how you talk about learning skills, you practice what you preach and that is very inspiring. P.S. I also loved your art of storytelling in your “storytime” series that you did long ago (not sure if it’s accurate) it was the haunted house story. Enjoyed it a lot 😃

I was looking for jewelry for my mother's birthday and went through the same thought process recently. I love all your videos but this one rly resonated with me. I prefer the custom experience as well and designing something was so fun. Thanks for a great video.

I’M ALREADY GOING TO CALL IT: This is the best video of the 2022! *** 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 *** I can thank the pandemic for showing me a new way. I think as a decade(s) long luxury lover and buyer even though I may have the means, I’ve just really tired of the overexposure, and yes there is a social media echo chamber, but it’s harder and harder to look beyond it. I’m not anti big luxury brands, but I have sought out different non-popular quality brands more and more. I still love all the pieces I have but I don’t aspire for more. And I think the realization of not having anywhere to use these items made a lot of us reconsider the collections we already have. Love your videos Sophie, thanks for bringing up the topic!! ✌🏼

@poisonedchalice

2 жыл бұрын

Interesting to hear this from someone who has the means to purchase these items! Totally agree!

Your hoodie is sooo cute! Great video as usual Sophie

I bought Cartier Love Bracelet & ring for years now and I wear it 24/7 yes it scratch easily, which jewellery doesnt scratch? Cartier jewellery can easily be clean it with jewellery cleaning cloth and it shine again. Cartier jewellery has it own value and the price increase each year. It is so much valuable than other designers clothing or bags!

I am a jewelry addict - I own a ton of David Yurman pieces but have bought all but two of them secondhand. No regrets! I never really even considered buying Cartier or VCA, but I just did buy myself a Cartier tank francaise with a pink mother of pearl face for my recent birthday - and my husband surprised me with the same pink diamond Tag Heuer you've got, the only difference is mine is the chronograph rather than the number face. I love it, actually I love it more than the Cartier watch due to the blinginess!

Aw, Sophie, Dankeschön for remembering my question about the sweater. Your taste is impeccable.

Love this video first time seeing this topic on KZread. I'm a high end jewellery designer, I've worked in the fine jewellery industry for years specifically in manufacturing and guess what... The majority of high end brands and high street retailers use the same manufacturers, the quality is usually the same 🤫

I'm so excited for your knitting- it's so Relaxing! 😌

I love the knitted sweaters! 😍 I just knitted a balaclava and it turned out great, I'll definately keep knitting more stuff 🤩

So right about the jewellery Sophie and I love that you are knitting!!

The only type of jewellery from VCA I dream about is their famous Art Deco collection from the 20's . The most stunning craftsmanship in the jewellery world .

This is why I follow you, quality content and knowledge mixed with luxury 😍

I have been saying for a while… 2018/19 was a great year for a lot of brands. I love most of the Prada from that year, dior, Fendi, Chanel!!! Like you, I haven’t been that excited since then! I’m still buying 2019 styles at the moment! ❤️❤️ So impressed you made those jumpers! You could sell them!

I totally agree with you on the feeling of ‘seeing so much of some items and getting board of it before owning it’. Sometimes it’s helpful to know the cons of certain luxury items I’m interested buying. However, social media also showing us so much more products that we wouldn’t see or know otherwise. I need to drive to the city for over an hour to shop in the designer boutiques. But now, I can see everything on my phone without going anywhere. That’s nice and also means wanting and buying more than I should.

hi Shopie ...love all your knits ..and your vlogs ..allwaays good to share the truth in ones items ,,for future purchasind ,,,so thankyou for all the positive info..stay well ..happy new year....😃

This is why I love you and your videos, Cuz you do your research and unfiltered opinions

Absolutely love your jumpers! I love knitting so have added this to my knit list ! Thanks Sophie! Also totally agree with jewellery from these high end designers. Has to be value for money for me or I need to love the design and be unable to find it elsewhere because some of these prices are extortionate and you can get more for your coins at a jewellery store. Also, your Dior saddle bag is stunning ! Xx

Sophie, I totally agree with your perspective when It comes to seeing the same designer items plastered all over social media. In my own opinion it becomes oversaturated and becomes unappealing. I'm always on the Hunt to find New Designers with just as high quality (or even better quality) as these typical luxury brands that we see everywhere.

Sophie - That jumper (or sweater as we call it in the states) is gorgeous. You are very talented and have amazing taste. I always enjoy your videos.

I was recently tempted by VCA and I'm so glad you made this video! I've always thought good jewellery costs more but i guess that not the case. Could you possibly do a video on what sort of jewellery you like, what you look out for in quality andsome reccomended brands?

Bravo Sophie. Thank you for doing this video. I was walking in a nearby mall and one of the pop-up jewelry stands had the knockoff from the Alhambra VCA…in all the colors. They looked pretty good. I’m sure there is a difference even though I wouldn’t be able to tell. There are dupes for everything I guess which to me de-values the piece. I really enjoy your video’s, I like you’re honesty 💕🇨🇦

Totally agree with the designer jewelry thing. I love jewelry and have always used local jewelers. The value is so much better. I also had a custom made flower ring inspired by the Chanel camellia ring and saved $2000. I also don’t love the classic Cartier & VCA designs so that helps me to not want it. And there are so many beautiful original pieces at local jewelers that I would want more.

Agreed specially with Cartier those two bracelets and rings are seeing everywhere! On the other hand i feel VCA is so timeless everything holds their value and then some! I have been buying VCA for about 17 years and i tell you a few of my pieces have gone up in price sooo much ! it's totally worth it in my opinion .... plus VCA is so pretty. Totally can do without Cartier

I typically only buy vintage sterling silver jewellery with real gemstones, it has to spark something inside me. Even my watches are vintage sterling silver, i get them serviced once purchased and they are worth every penny, they are generally unique as not everyone can buy one (availability, supply and demand).

@jennifermcgee8621

2 жыл бұрын

Your collection sounds beautiful. I love sterling silver and I’ve been collecting for years.

Hi Sophie, great video! 💕 I have some diamond earrings (for my triple forward piercing) and that was a special order so it made sense to go to local jeweller for them. But I think one of the big reasons why people go to big brands is that they want others to know how much they paid. We all know Cartier pieces and their prices so it’s instantly recognizable. It’s just human nature, nothing wrong with that, I find it amusing 😆 I agree with you on Dior, they are lost for now, hopefully they will find their way back to us soon. We have that in common, my fav brands are Dior and Audi, too! 🤗

You're so talented, those sweaters are so sweet and adorable. I immediately wanted to buy that pink birthday cake sweater!

I agree with your thoughts. I want people to look at my stuff and be as wow’ed as I am. If everyone has something it’s not special. I value the craftsmanship of the designer products, but sometimes a mom and pop shop is so much more intricate and there’s so much more heart put in. Love you Sophie ♥️

The jumpers you made are AMAZING!

Thanks for your videos. I am locked down in Toronto in Winter and they really cheer me up. My husband is English and I LOVE LONDON

Sophie. I’m so glad I found you. I can’t get enough of your videos. You’re amazing, beautiful.. classy! And I’m binge watching all of your videos

Those are really lovely jumpers, Sophie. You’re making me want to create one 😭😭😭

Omg thank you so much for this advice saved me soo much money, lovv ur high quality content

Thanks for that code. I just ordered the ysl purse I been eyeing for months.

I love that you have done this. I remember Jackie Aina doing an insta laughing at the purchase of those famous jewellery piece. At the time I actually wanted a cartier wedding band (yeah I know). After her insta. I thought what was I thinking. And it's known that cartier pieces are not even made well. Fast forward 2 years later I was lucky enough to have been left an extensive amount of vintage jewellery pieces by my mother in law. The quality of those compared to when I have seen cartier or vc in selfridges. I can't even describe it. I see it as day light robbery to be honest by these brands. Same way I prefer vintage chanel.

Those sweaters! You're so talented, Sophie!! Blessings!!💜

Finally someone explained why designer jewelry is not worth it in such an eloquent way. Also keep up the knitting it looks so unique and beautiful. You are a posh queen 💄👑🇬🇧💎

For the same money you could get something from a British designer, work with them to get something completely original to you. Goldsmiths Fair in London every year is a great place to meet them and try on things you would never see in shops.

@SophieShohetOfficial

2 жыл бұрын

I know what you mean!xx

@sandrar6670

2 жыл бұрын

Greece also has very talented and unique jewelers and you can recoup the VAT!

would love to see a bag collection video with your absolute favourites vs least favs! hope you're doing well x

Wow, that's amazing that you knitted those 2 sweaters. I was wondering wear you bought the cropped one when you wore it in a recent video, but it turns out you made it. You're really good at knitting!

Hi Sophie, I used to think the same way. But with so many types of lab created diamonds these days, and also synthetics and moissanite, etc… it’s even difficult for a jeweler to tell if it’s the real natural mined diamond. And here I’m talking about small stones for jewelry. So brands like Cartier, VCA, Bvlgari… they’ve put in enough effort to ensure what they sell are really what it is, the real earth mined gems. But yes, such a premium to pay for branding. I think there’s still value and peace of mind with the big brands. I do agree for larger bigger gems, diamonds, rubies, emeralds, sapphires…. It’s definitely a better deal with a local jeweler if they are certified by a reputable lab such as GIA. Personally I won’t go for anything without a lab report. But a lot of rare and precious stones only make their way to these big brands these days, for example the Paraiba tourmaline and Bvlgari. Great video, love it! ♥️♥️♥️

@SophieShohetOfficial

2 жыл бұрын

Very good points here! Xx

@SundayRose99

2 жыл бұрын

@@SophieShohetOfficial Thanks! I always enjoy the topics discussed in your videos 🥰 Lab created diamonds (nothing wrong with them) have the exact chemical, physical and optic attributes as real earth-mined ones. The difference is the price, and the disclosure of them is a very very fine line in this industry. It can only be tested using specialized equipment from a lab. So yea… really a peace of mind consideration for me ♥️♥️♥️

@SophieShohetOfficial

2 жыл бұрын

@@SundayRose99 That really is something to think about, I knew about lab diamonds but I just thought they’d need to be advertised as such. However, the points you raise about places not declaring them is a concern and something to be aware of! 🤯😲 Thank you again for sharing this xxx

@charIottakarotta

2 жыл бұрын

I would prefer the lab ones bc of potentially bad labor enviroments and child labor involved in the mined ones. Not called blood diamonds for no reason. And, as far as I know, the chemical structure is just the same, you could even say the synthetic ones are better quality and more pure. I think the value of natural diamonds is artificially kept higher in our minds.

@osiria75

2 жыл бұрын

Very good point, the difficulty to discern the real from what is made in a lab. But, if Cartier and the others have the means to test the gems, I am not certain that they do it on the trendy pieces. Because they don’t take the time to finish with care the jewel in the first place (the love bracelet is known to need some repair in the first two years for example), they probably don’t take the time to inspect the tiny diamond for the more trendy pieces.

To me, the uniqueness or sentiment behind jewelry is so much more important than just having an expensive name brand run of the mill piece just to say that I have it! Quality and value for the money should be your first thought. I don’t understand spending the ridiculous prices for costume pieces such as Channel items.

Those sweaters are Devine!! Well done! 💖

Wow you knitted the jumpers ‼️ I must say I do love my Cartier jewellery even when the JUC gets caught up in everything 😂❤️ I’ve had my love bangle for years and it still makes me smile when I look at it, I have many gold bangles which are much more beautiful then the love but the love is still my favourite xx

I just recently wanted a nice diamond ring. I had something in mind that would have cost me about $3000. Instead we went through the jewellery we inherited from my grandma and now I wear two of her rings. They cost me $200 to resize and they have a value of over $2000. They are about 70 years old, but in timeless designs that still look great. And they are more sustainable as well, since no new material was used. My tip is definitely to be open for vintage pieces!

I have my love bracelet for almost 10 years now. It was around £1600 at the time and I wear it daily until today. It’s scratched up for sure, but imo that’s the whole point. It’s how jewellery pieces get their character and become more personal. U pay for the brand and a lifetime of post-sales service. The fact that it was a gift, makes it extra special and sentimental. That said, my diamond pieces are mostly from local jewellers cos I can’t justify a crazy premium just for a little sprinkle of ice on designer pieces.

My friends family is from Iran & she went over one summer to visit her grandparents. The jewellers over there make the same designer jewellery for next to nothing and she said it’s amazing quality. Your paying for the name over here

Love your clever advice Sophie! 🙏🏻🎉

The Cartier love bracelet is everywhere and it’s so expensive especially when you add in diamonds… even second hand they are priced high. Same with VCA . Great video Sophie

@msi8311

2 жыл бұрын

Interesting, chanel handbags aren’t much different

Gosh I just love your content and your approach to things

Finally. Someone said it. I totally agree with everything you said. Shop smarter should be our motto now.

I love my Cartier love cuff and ring. It’s totally worth it for me and I absolutely enjoy wearing them

@SophieShohetOfficial

2 жыл бұрын

Hey Aditi, that's all that matters! These are just my opinions for me :) Hugs xx

OMG friend the knitted jumpers are amazing so cute i could never lol

I'm having a hard time listening to your reasoning for not buying Cartier , while we know that on the other hand you spend (and talked about this in your videos) hundreds of Pounds on some Chanel costume jewelry that is made of crap with fake pearls that keep falling out. I'm sorry, but that 18k Love bracelet is a better deal. I don't have one but I do own an 18k Cartier Tank watch that was my mothers and even after 40+ yrs it's barely scratched and still runs fine.

@SophieShohetOfficial

2 жыл бұрын

All opinions welcome and some good points made by you! Hugs xx

I agree! I repped a jewellery company that sold fashion jewellery, they had dupes of the Cartier nail bracelet. I wore that bracelet to its final resting place and realized then that I wouldn’t spend the high amount for the real deal. With my engagement ring and wedding band, all custom designed and made, 14 years ago. I do remember my jeweller telling me that going the custom route with a independent jeweller is a lot more less expensive and for better quality. My rings hold up even to this day, I receive tons of compliments when I wear it. I received certificates and the value continues to increase. It’s better to go the independent jeweller route. Better cost for quality.

Sophie, I really like this video. Personally I love and own several pieces from these brands but the points that you mentioned time and again my Mom and Sister tell me. It’s actually interesting to see someone from the lux community raise the same points. Along the same lines - luxury can mean different to different people… what I mean by that is - I like branded handbags and jewelry and shoes BUT and it’s a big BUT … I don’t like to buy clothes from Chanel or Dior. Just something 😉

Love the Dior sweater!! I’ve wanted it for ages but it keeps being sold out online 🙂. Love bracelet looks nice but TBH it does put me off that it’s become this “must have”. I really like the lesser known line of Cartier which is the Panthere collection. It’s currently a bit out of my price range 😀. It’s a cool design though. I draw the line at Tiffany basic diamond studs. You can get a much nicer diamond for same price and it’s not like people can tell it’s Tiffany, it’s just a stone on a stick lol.

Thank you for your explanation! I don’t have any jewellery from these companies, maybe I did not check them well enough but most of their stuff is really expensive!

I have actually been considering purchasing a Cartier ring as of a few days ago and then you make this video! You read my mind 😂😂