tennis bracelet guidance

[diamondseeker2006]

Oh, and there should be no issues with mixing F color bracelet stones with a G color e-ring. Little stones show less color and I'd have no problem going to G color for the bracelet as long as the stones are excellent/ideal cut.

 

[cflutist]

I would pick Whiteflash over IDJ as well. Someone posted that their clasp from IDJ broke relatively quickly but I can't remember who that was. Perhaps @diamondseeker2006 might remember.

Correction, it was Blue Nile not IDJ. I am sorry that I posted in error.
See this thread on real life perspective for tennis bracelets
https://www.pricescope.com/communit...perspective-shots-of-tennis-bracelets.205194/

 

[AprilBaby]

Right size for everyday wear is subjective. I have a WF 3 prong ACA bracelet with .07 stones I think is perfect in suburban Chicago. If I lived in LA .25 ct stones would seem perfect. If I was in podunk, maybe .03 stones would be perfect!

 

[Sparkles88]

Wow, that is so exciting! And it sounds like our interests are so similar. Can I ask what size your wrist is and how you decided on 6.5 inches? I'm trying to decide between 6.5 and 6.75 inches too.

I would love to see a picture of yours bracelet when you receive it!

My wrist size is 14.5cm approximately 5.7 inches, I didn’t want the tennis bracelet sliding too far towards my hands so I opted for a shorter length. I originally asked to be quoted for a 6.75 inch bracelet. I wore one of my existing bracelets and adjusted the size until I had the look I wanted to achieve and I think 6.5 inches will be plenty for me.
I also was debating between WF ACA but as the diamonds are smaller, as long as they are super sparkly and white, I’m happy with excellent cut rather than ideal cut. I’ll save my pennies for a WF ACA studs or 5 stone ring in the future. I wanted a ctw size that would suit everyday wear and large enough that I wouldn’t want to upgrade in the future...lol that’s the plan anyway!
I’ll definitely post a photo when it arrives, oh by the way my ER is a RB 2.4 carat so the size is very similar to your ER too.

 

[Bron357]

Hi, mine is a little different. I went for less diamonds so I could have bigger individual ones. I’m really happy with it. I think it’s 4 carat total.

 

[WillyDiamond]

OP
If you are going to explore the tennis bracelets at WF, I recommend you also explore the options at BGD. I worked with Lesley and bought my wife a 3+ ct tennis bracelet. She loves it. The stones are from their signature melee, they sparkle like crazy!
Best of luck.

 

[Sparklemom]

My wrist size is 14.5cm approximately 5.7 inches, I didn’t want the tennis bracelet sliding too far towards my hands so I opted for a shorter length. I originally asked to be quoted for a 6.75 inch bracelet. I wore one of my existing bracelets and adjusted the size until I had the look I wanted to achieve and I think 6.5 inches will be plenty for me.
I also was debating between WF ACA but as the diamonds are smaller, as long as they are super sparkly and white, I’m happy with excellent cut rather than ideal cut. I’ll save my pennies for a WF ACA studs or 5 stone ring in the future. I wanted a ctw size that would suit everyday wear and large enough that I wouldn’t want to upgrade in the future...lol that’s the plan anyway!
I’ll definitely post a photo when it arrives, oh by the way my ER is a RB 2.4 carat so the size is very similar to your ER too.

I am sitting over here an anticipation of you receiving your bracelet! I feel like I just keep creeping up and up in the size I want. I am almost ready to order with 10pt stones, but I want to see what the 11 point stones look like!

 

[Sparklemom]

I’m nearing a deal with IDJ for a 5.85. As it’s ps quality and not aca from WF I’m very happy with price and service from IDJ. Hoping to pull the trigger today, I would love one from WF but I can’t see myself paying more for less ctw (I know stones are amazing)

One thing I’ve tried to do with IDJ is get a lower diamond count amount in the bracelet as that means each stone is bigger. Thoughts on this approach are appreciated!

Did you end up ordering your bracelet? I was just curious what size stone you ended up with? I feel like the more I think on this, the larger I am wanting!

 

[Sparkles88]

I am sitting over here an anticipation of you receiving your bracelet! I feel like I just keep creeping up and up in the size I want. I am almost ready to order with 10pt stones, but I want to see what the 11 point stones look like!

Me too!!!! I was hoping it wasn’t yesterday but delivery is scheduled for today, it’s on the truck. I’ll keep you updated and post some photos as soon as I can.
TBH im not sure I feel you will see any difference between 10 points and 11 points. When I asked for a quote that’s what IDJ quoted on.
This is photo IDJ sent me prior to shipping

 

[Sparklemom]

Me too!!!! I was hoping it wasn’t yesterday but delivery is scheduled for today, it’s on the truck. I’ll keep you updated and post some photos as soon as I can.
TBH im not sure I feel you will see any difference between 10 points and 11 points. When I asked for a quote that’s what IDJ quoted on.
This is photo IDJ sent me prior to shipping

Omg, that is amazing!! How long did it take to complete after you submitted your order? I need to just finalize my decision already, so I can get my bling!

 

[Sparkles88]

Omg, that is amazing!! How long did it take to complete after you submitted your order? I need to just finalize my decision already, so I can get my bling!

Once they received my funds, about two weeks to make it. It might take a bit longer now as it’s the holiday season, so you might want to factor that in. Maybe another few days after completion before it was shipped and up to a week for delivery from US to Australia. So, probably close to 4 weeks from start to finish.

 

[Sparkles88]

Omg, that is amazing!! How long did it take to complete after you submitted your order? I need to just finalize my decision already, so I can get my bling!

Lol! I just read my post and it should have read I WAS hoping it was yesterday...haha. So close but yet so far!

 

[Sparklemom]

Lol! I just read my post and it should have read I WAS hoping it was yesterday...haha. So close but yet so far!

haha, I totally didn't even catch that, my mind must have just read what I knew you meant!

 

[littleweight]

Did you end up ordering your bracelet? I was just curious what size stone you ended up with? I feel like the more I think on this, the larger I am wanting!

Yes i finalized today

5.85 with 44 diamonds so roughly ~.13 pointers.

I will see how standard 7'' length is on my wife's wrist and go from there. Im receiving Thursday

Will definitely update with pics

 

[Sparklemom]

Yes i finalized today

5.85 with 44 diamonds so roughly ~.13 pointers.

I will see how standard 7'' length is on my wife's wrist and go from there. Im receiving Thursday

Will definitely update with pics

That sounds incredible! I'm sure she will love it. I can't wait to see it and hear about her reaction when you give it to her!

 

[Sparkles88]

Yes i finalized today

5.85 with 44 diamonds so roughly ~.13 pointers.

I will see how standard 7'' length is on my wife's wrist and go from there. Im receiving Thursday

Will definitely update with pics

Sounds gorgeous, I’m sure your wife will love it. I can’t wait to see pics too. What style did you choose?

 

[BlingDreams]

Yes i finalized today

5.85 with 44 diamonds so roughly ~.13 pointers.

I will see how standard 7'' length is on my wife's wrist and go from there. Im receiving Thursday

Will definitely update with pics

So glad it worked out for you! And I’m sure she’ll be thrilled with her gorgeous bracelet!!

 

[Sparkles88]

It's here!!! I'm so in love with my bracelet, the FedEx truck pulled up as my visitors arrived and I was dying to have a good look at it . I hope you don't mind a few photos, I can't stop admiring the white sparkly row of diamonds. It's my 25th Wedding anniversary present from hubby

 

[Sparkles88]

Sorry, those photos are huge!!

I love the size of the stones, it’s perfect for me to wear everyday, I can’t stop looking at my wrist . I can’t thank Denise at IDJ enough, I’m sure I asked her a million questions, it’s my first online bling purchase and I was so nervous, but I’m so glad I made the leap of faith and ordered.
Thanks so much for the PS community for sharing your experiences to give me the confidence to buy online.

 

[BlingDreams]

Daaaaaaaamn

It’s gorgeous!!!!

Congratulations, and happy anniversary too!

 

[Austina]

Lucky sausage, it’s gorgeous, happy anniversary.

 

[Sparklemom]

It's here!!! I'm so in love with my bracelet, the FedEx truck pulled up as my visitors arrived and I was dying to have a good look at it . I hope you don't mind a few photos, I can't stop admiring the white sparkly row of diamonds. It's my 25th Wedding anniversary present from hubby

AAAH, that is incredible!! Thank you so much for those photos! I can't stop staring at it. It is so pretty. And the way it shines in the sun!! I love it! I love the 11pt stones too! I think I will be finalizing my decision to order today! I'm totally inspired.

 

[ac117]

Gorgeous!!!!!

 

[tanalasta]

Wow! and the engagement ring is also stunning!

Just wondering the specs of your tennis bracelet again Sparkles? The photos are stunning!

 

[Sparkles88]

Wow! and the engagement ring is also stunning!

Just wondering the specs of your tennis bracelet again Sparkles? The photos are stunning!

Thank you @tanalasta
My IDJ braclet is 4.95 tcw, 45 diamonds at 11 points each, F/G SI Excellent cut PSQ stones and the length is 6.5 inches, I’ve got small wrists, and the length is just perfect. It’s the 3 prong setting, I added the safety chain but the clasp is pretty secure as is. I hope this helps