Deco''s EARRING Poll (Take 2)

[canuk-gal]

HI:

1)
2) yes
3) yes
4) yes

If you''ve changed your mind about creating the earrings, then you''ve changed your mind. That''s all!

cheers--Sharon

 

[decodelighted]

Date: 7/19/2009 9:45:46 PM
Author: canuk-gal
1)
2) yes
3) yes
4) yes

I had to go back & read my own question to figure out what you were saying, Sharon ... but when I did I laughed out loud! Thanks for weighing in! I *do* still want a version of these earrings ... badly. *Which* version is still TBD. I almost wish I *didn''t* though as it would be a lot easier, less nerve-wracking. See question #1

 

[Gypsy]

I love white gold and diamonds and if I did the earrings, it would be in white gold. I meant that instead of four petals you talked about like a cross design with triangles at the end like the band.

I''d lotus them out, and maybe add milgrain at the edge of each petal. outlineing the petal shape.

 

[risingsun]

Date: 7/19/2009 11:34:20 PM
Author: Gypsy
I love white gold and diamonds and if I did the earrings, it would be in white gold. I meant that instead of four petals you talked about like a cross design with triangles at the end like the band.

I''d lotus them out, and maybe add milgrain at the edge of each petal. outlineing the petal shape.

What if you took three of the petals and had them meet at a center point. It would look like a lotus. Could you sketch this out? If not, I''ll give it a try, but it won''t be pretty

 

[MichelleCarmen]

I would go with Sally and her diamonds. . .BGD''s is over twice as much! That''s too substantial of a price difference, especially since the earrings are meant as a fun alteranative to your daily studs.

 

[decodelighted]

GYPSY -- Aha! I get it now. I'm a big fan of white metals too & did consider that option but am still leaning toward the rose. Re: the miligrain edging -- the examples I've seen from Sally aren't as fine a miligrain as I prefer - so I might skip it. She does a lovely rope edging but that goes a different place than "lotus" or "gothic arches". Some of her early designs were more flowery - toward the clover shape rather than lotus though - with the entire "petals" outline with metal. Me no likie so much.

RISING SUN -- I wish I could sketch too! The flower thing isn't calling to me. I kinda like the new drawing's "shield" look more than romantic flowery petals. Its the balls that bother me. Those darn balls! And I think that's the element she believe separates it from the original (even though I *clearly* see many other differences). Maybe I'll bite the bullet and ask if she'd lose the balls entirely -- or reduce their scale -- or maybe I actually love the balls. More votes on my craziness people?!?!

MC -- Thanks! I wish they were an alternative to *my* studs. They'll actually be an alternative to studs period. As I don't own any.

Does that change your vote?

 

[geckodani]

Erm. Dani no like the balls. They completely change the subtle look of the earrings, IMO.

What about.... burnish setting the diamonds instead of prong/bead setting them the way they are in the Cartier? That *should* (I think) be enough of a design change to avoid the copyright snafu, but still keep the delicate outline?

 

[iwannaprettyone]

I love the ones you already have- silly girl!

 

[decodelighted]

This lotus shape is lovely .... I know, Dani, ... the balls are killing me. One minute I kinda dig ''em & the next I think they ruin the whole outline/look/feel.

 

[geckodani]

Date: 7/20/2009 2:49:44 PM
Author: decodelighted
This lotus shape is lovely .... I know, Dani, ... the balls are killing me. One minute I kinda dig ''em & the next I think they ruin the whole outline/look/feel.

I like that shape! It''s... pointier... than the original, LOL! It''s more defined though, which might get you closer to the cross concept.

 

[MichelleCarmen]

Date: 7/20/2009 12:43:58 PM
Author: decodelighted


MC -- Thanks! I wish they were an alternative to *my* studs. They''ll actually be an alternative to studs period. As I don''t own any.

Does that change your vote?

Oh, oops. Sorry!

Yes, that does change my vote!!! Personally, I would go with studs over the earrings you''re contemplating. The earrings are cute, but studs are an instant classic and you may be happier with those in the long-run. For the price you''d be paying for the BDG style, you could get some nicely sized studs. (Sorry if this makes your decision more confusing. lol I know how it is having to chose one design over another. . .that is why I''ve always gone with the basics - due to budget - because I know I''ll still be wearing the piece in five years - or will be able to reset the stone(s), if desired.)

 

[decodelighted]

Date: 7/20/2009 2:49:22 PM
Author: iwannaprettyone
I love the ones you already have- silly girl!

I *KNEW* someone would nail me about the similarity!

What can I say? I'm unoriginal! Still lustin' after your graduated bead necklace & e-ring setting Missy. Appreciate the feedback!

 

[risingsun]

Date: 7/20/2009 2:49:44 PM
Author: decodelighted
This lotus shape is lovely .... I know, Dani, ... the balls are killing me. One minute I kinda dig 'em & the next I think they ruin the whole outline/look/feel.

I'm sorry for your pain in the balls...someone had to say it

What would you think of the lotus shape on wires instead of studs? Maybe have a diamond drop on the lotus...

 

[decodelighted]

Date: 7/20/2009 3:06:36 PM
Author: MC

Date: 7/20/2009 12:43:58 PM
Author: decodelighted
MC -- Thanks! I wish they were an alternative to *my* studs. They''ll actually be an alternative to studs period. As I don''t own any.

Does that change your vote?

Yes, that does change my vote!!! Personally, I would go with studs over the earrings you''re contemplating. The earrings are cute, but studs are an instant classic and you may be happier with those in the long-run.

Your proposal is both wise & prudent. Which means I''ll probably continue in the absolute opposite direction.

Seriously, I ADORE studs on other people can''t quite love them on myself. I feel too ... something. Tailored? Too tailored maybe? I''m hoping I may feel differently once I can try on some OEC or Transitional cut studs. The softer look & antique feel hits my eye differently. Love the look on others but haven''t had the opportunity to try them on myself yet. Those GOG OECs that are on the way have my little heart aflutter. It''ll be a long while before I can afford the size I''d want in them also. Baby needs some bling N-O-W.

 

[decodelighted]

Date: 7/20/2009 3:58:27 PM
Author: risingsun

Date: 7/20/2009 2:49:44 PM
Author: decodelighted
This lotus shape is lovely .... I know, Dani, ... the balls are killing me. One minute I kinda dig ''em & the next I think they ruin the whole outline/look/feel.

I''m sorry for your pain in the balls...someone had to say it

What would you think of the lotus shape on wires instead of studs? Maybe have a diamond drop on the lotus...

Oh ... now my sides are aching too. Funny! You know, Marian ... I bought my best friend earrings VERY similar to those lotus outline ones on wires with dangling dark blue briolettes for her b-day last month. They were just a fashion pair .. gold filled ... and because they were yellow gold toned I never even considered them for myself. Think they''re gorgeous though. A bit too out-there for only my *third* pair of fine jewelry earrings maybe ... If I see a fashion pair like it again maybe I''ll snap it up. Why should she have all the fun?

 

[vintagecushion]

Hmmm...how about almonds instead of balls (there's a joke in there somewhere)? It would echo the lotus shape. I see it placed at 45 degrees and angled from the center on its axes without extending past the corners.

Btw, cute cutout earrings? Where's the pic from? uh oh, there I go again. I sympathize with you again on the studs. Baby old mine cuts are the only ones I own.

 

[lyra]

Date: 7/20/2009 3:51:36 PM
Author: decodelighted

Date: 7/20/2009 2:49:22 PM
Author: iwannaprettyone
I love the ones you already have- silly girl!

I *KNEW* someone would nail me about the similarity!

What can I say? I''m unoriginal! Still lustin'' after your graduated bead necklace & e-ring setting Missy. Appreciate the feedback!

I''m just going to lay it on the line. I''m kind of obsessed with the earrings you already have too. In fact, I''ve been searching for somewhere that sells them, as I had it in my mind they were from etsy, but they''re not. So, no help at all. Just dang, I wish I could have a pair of the rose gold flower diamond ones!!!

 

[decodelighted]

Date: 7/20/2009 5:34:04 PM
Author: vintagecushion
Hmmm...how about almonds instead of balls (there''s a joke in there somewhere)? It would echo the lotus shape. I see it placed at 45 degrees and angled from the center on its axes without extending past the corners.

From a design sense, I think its a brilliant idea. In terms of these earrings -- I think its the negative space I''m most drawn to. The *lack* of anything in the corners, so more earlobe shows. Making the whole thing seem more airy & ethereal.

Btw, cute cutout earrings? Where''s the pic from? uh oh, there I go again. I sympathize with you again on the studs. Baby old mine cuts are the only ones I own.

Its funny ... I just did a google image search for lotus earrings & these came up. They are from here and are sooooo similar to the gold-toned ones I bought my friend at a local boutique. Same price range too. I like the ones with pearl dangles also.

Where did you get your baby old mine cut studs? Have you posted pictures? Those have the same soft, kalediscopic (sp?) quality of OEC''s & Transitional cuts. Sound YUM! Guess we have similar tastes ... in pups too!

 

[decodelighted]

Date: 7/20/2009 5:36:51 PM
Author: lyra
I'm just going to lay it on the line. I'm kind of obsessed with the earrings you already have too. In fact, I've been searching for somewhere that sells them, as I had it in my mind they were from etsy, but they're not. So, no help at all. Just dang, I wish I could have a pair of the rose gold flower diamond ones!!!

Oh you totally can have them! Here is the designer's website. Just email her with the description & she could probably send you a pair. They're about $285 if I recall correctly. They're one of her most popular designs & so she'll probably know just what you're talking about. They come in yellow, white & rose gold -- she also does the design on dangles & as a ring! I was obsessed with them for about 6 months before I got them -- kept debating between two different pairs. Own the other one now too! Really adore her stuff & expected to find something in her latest work as my b-day gift this year but she was really working mostly in yellow gold on her new stuff. Nothing floated my boat the way the pieces I already own did. She's such a nice lady. I've met her four times in person now at craft fairs & shows. Big fan!

 

[vintagecushion]

Date: 7/20/2009 5:46:25 PM
Author: decodelighted

In terms of these earrings -- I think its the negative space I'm most drawn to. The *lack* of anything in the corners, so more earlobe shows. Making the whole thing seem more airy & ethereal.

That's why I loved the Cartier earrings too. The outlining of positive/negative space and the s-curves of the points adding an antique feel. Nothing else to distract around the diamonds themselves. Sigh. I really do think any way to avoid copyright issues would hinge on technical details only.

I think I will focus on incorporating elements from the earrings you just posted for a fun little project instead. My baby omcs (from Shreve, Crump & Low) will have to tide me over for now. Maybe I will try to entertain myself by trying to take pics of it, something I've avoided because photographing diamonds would probably bring out my ocd

 

[decodelighted]

Date: 7/20/2009 5:58:06 PM
Author: vintagecushion

Date: 7/20/2009 5:46:25 PM
Author: decodelighted
In terms of these earrings -- I think its the negative space I''m most drawn to. The *lack* of anything in the corners, so more earlobe shows. Making the whole thing seem more airy & ethereal.

That''s why I loved the Cartier earrings too. The outlining of positive/negative space and the s-curves of the points adding an antique feel. Nothing else to distract around the diamonds themselves. Sigh. I really do think any way to avoid copyright issues would hinge on technical details only.

I think I will focus on incorporating elements from the earrings you just posted for a fun little project instead. My baby omcs (from Shreve, Crump & Low) will have to tide me over for now. Maybe I will try to entertain myself by trying to take pics of it, something I''ve avoided because photographing diamonds would probably bring out my ocd

#1 -- oof. i know, right? I wrote a long response to the designer laying out my hesitations & ideas & experiments (I didn''t mention earlier but I''ve been wearing around paper versions for a day now -- and NO I won''t post pictures. Its too weird.) Bottom line - they seem more "shield" than "lotus".

And then there are those throbbing, aching, itchy balls...

#2 -- please do!! The macro function will be your friend. Daylight works best ... white windowsills can be light-box-y. Pony up the bling!

 

[risingsun]

Date: 7/20/2009 6:28:41 PM
Author: decodelighted

Date: 7/20/2009 5:58:06 PM
Author: vintagecushion

Date: 7/20/2009 5:46:25 PM
Author: decodelighted
In terms of these earrings -- I think its the negative space I''m most drawn to. The *lack* of anything in the corners, so more earlobe shows. Making the whole thing seem more airy & ethereal.

That''s why I loved the Cartier earrings too. The outlining of positive/negative space and the s-curves of the points adding an antique feel. Nothing else to distract around the diamonds themselves. Sigh. I really do think any way to avoid copyright issues would hinge on technical details only.

I think I will focus on incorporating elements from the earrings you just posted for a fun little project instead. My baby omcs (from Shreve, Crump & Low) will have to tide me over for now. Maybe I will try to entertain myself by trying to take pics of it, something I''ve avoided because photographing diamonds would probably bring out my ocd

#1 -- oof. i know, right? I wrote a long response to the designer laying out my hesitations & ideas & experiments (I didn''t mention earlier but I''ve been wearing around paper versions for a day now -- and NO I won''t post pictures. Its too weird.) Bottom line - they seem more ''shield'' than ''lotus''.

And then there are those throbbing, aching, itchy balls...

#2 -- please do!! The macro function will be your friend. Daylight works best ... white windowsills can be light-box-y. Pony up the bling!

You owe me another new keyboard

 

[decodelighted]

Date: 7/20/2009 9:19:04 PM
Author: risingsun
You owe me another new keyboard

Can I start a tab?

*** THE LATEST ***
Eh I''m a nervous wreck today while I want to hear back on different ideas & my suggestions. Been super swamped with work so I haven''t been able to think about it a lot time wise but its a nagging undercurrent of uncertainty & suspense!

One idea I had was to reduce the size of her current design for the earrings, taking them a bit smaller than the original to compensate for the slightly heavier feel by making it more delicate in scale.

Another was to over exaggerate the lotus form based on the shape I posted above - though we both feel it might get too pointy & clovery & take on a more specific cultural reference than the original.

The good news for Etsy consumers is that she''s probably going to make the earrings as currently drawn. Period. Whether it turns out to be *my* final design or not. I agree with that idea as I think its terrific -- just not *exactly* what I''d wanted. Though it still is an option. Hmmm.

Thanks again to everyone who has thrown out ideas & piped up with their votes!

 

[risingsun]

Date: 7/21/2009 9:10:51 PM
Author: decodelighted

Date: 7/20/2009 9:19:04 PM
Author: risingsun
You owe me another new keyboard

Can I start a tab?

*** THE LATEST ***
Eh I'm a nervous wreck today while I want to hear back on different ideas & my suggestions. Been super swamped with work so I haven't been able to think about it a lot time wise but its a nagging undercurrent of uncertainty & suspense!

One idea I had was to reduce the size of her current design for the earrings, taking them a bit smaller than the original to compensate for the slightly heavier feel by making it more delicate in scale.

Another was to over exaggerate the lotus form based on the shape I posted above - though we both feel it might get too pointy & clovery & take on a more specific cultural reference than the original.

The good news for Etsy consumers is that she's probably going to make the earrings as currently drawn. Period. Whether it turns out to be *my* final design or not. I agree with that idea as I think its terrific -- just not *exactly* what I'd wanted. Though it still is an option. Hmmm.

Thanks again to everyone who has thrown out ideas & piped up with their votes!

Of course

I'm going to suggest something radical...Since you only have a few pairs of earrings, save up for the Cartier and get the ones you love...slinks off to hide...

 

[decodelighted]

Date: 7/21/2009 11:11:30 PM
Author: risingsun
I''m going to suggest something radical...Since you only have a few pairs of earrings, save up for the Cartier and get the ones you love...slinks off to hide...

Come out come out where ever you are ... (rubbing a certain *granny bat* eagerly)

 

[TravelingGal]

Deco, that is cool that she is going to make the earrings regardless so we can see the results. Is she willing to make a sample pair that you can pass on if you are not a fan?

 

[risingsun]

Date: 7/21/2009 11:55:57 PM
Author: decodelighted

Date: 7/21/2009 11:11:30 PM
Author: risingsun
I''m going to suggest something radical...Since you only have a few pairs of earrings, save up for the Cartier and get the ones you love...slinks off to hide...

Come out come out where ever you are ... (rubbing a certain *granny bat* eagerly)

runs away very fast

 

[decodelighted]

******** UPDATE ********

After much thought ... and some experimentation ... I''ve decided not to pursue this particular project at this time. It seems that the kind of replica I was interested in pursuing isn''t really scratching the itch so to speak. Maybe Marian was right all along -- only the Cartier would do! And, since I''d be saving up about three years of "present credit" in order to GET the originals ... they''re ultimately not worth that $$ to me. No matter how much I want them. Or how lovely they are. *le sigh*

Soooooooo. I''ve moved on to the next item on my DECO''S MOST WANTED list. If you''d like to check out that project ... here''s the link. And, hurry, please ... its a little lonely over there.

 

[decodelighted]

I''m hesitant to post this comparison ... but it might help anyone else considering a similar project. Its a pretty earring, but doesn''t have the same feel as the original to me.