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What do you know about Absolute?

spursfan2 — Fri, 23 Apr 2021 20:13:09 GMT

Bought my first piece of Absolute (HSN version of DMQ) and waiting for it to get here. Bought the Hall of Mirrors ring. Its an emerald cut ring with channel set emerald cut stones all the way around the band. It looks beautiful. I've never bought jewelry from HSN and just wondering what to expect.

Re: What do you know about Absolute?

mspatmac — Fri, 23 Apr 2021 20:23:01 GMT

@spursfan2 When I read your header I expected to discuss Absolute Vodka! That's the only Absolute I know.

😂

Re: What do you know about Absolute?

mimps — Fri, 23 Apr 2021 20:26:16 GMT

I have some Absolute and purchased the matching band ring to the TS and oval cut stud earrings. They arrived today and are very pretty. I've had some issues with loose stones, but quality is like Diamonique. Their shipping is fast so find myself ordering more things from there these days.

Re: What do you know about Absolute?

SilleeMee — Fri, 23 Apr 2021 20:46:21 GMT

I own DMQ, Absolute and also Bella Luce (JTV). I think the CZ stones are pretty much the same quality. What I have noticed, however, is that over the years the settings have become not so good. In other words, my newer CZ pieces from every network have become thinner and more lightweight with less metal in them. Some of the newer Absolute pieces aren't even sterling silver any more but plated base metals. The vermeil pieces are much better than the plated stuff.

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Foxxee — Fri, 23 Apr 2021 21:23:32 GMT

My experience has been Absolute is as good as Diamonique. I have no complaints about the cz's or overall quality of either one. Never lost any stones.

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Shelbelle — Fri, 23 Apr 2021 21:22:42 GMT

I actually think it may be the the same company that makes most of the CZ's, just give it different name. Stones are the same, just different settings.

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febe1 — Fri, 23 Apr 2021 21:31:06 GMT

I saw the ring and it looked beautiful. I think you'll love it. Don't know how Absolute compares with Diamonique. Both claim to be the greatest there is....

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jannabelle1 — Fri, 23 Apr 2021 23:09:32 GMT

I used to buy quite a bit of Victoria Wieck when she was part of HSN. She had some beautiful Absolute pieces, and I loved them all. I'd say Absolute is very comparable to Diamonique.

Re: What do you know about Absolute?

sunshine 919 — Fri, 23 Apr 2021 23:24:18 GMT

@spursfan2 wrote:
Bought my first piece of Absolute (HSN version of DMQ) and waiting for it to get here. Bought the Hall of Mirrors ring. Its an emerald cut ring with channel set emerald cut stones all the way around the band. It looks beautiful. I've never bought jewelry from HSN and just wondering what to expect.

I have a ring I purchased from Victoria Wieck years ago when she was on HSN and it was a special cut she had called 16 arrows, anyway it is just as sparkly as it was when I purchased. Also Victoria's gold over has never tarnished.

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Zhills — Fri, 23 Apr 2021 23:56:49 GMT

Diamonique, Absolute and ShopHQ's Brilliante are all excellent quality. I purchased several pieces when they were setting it in gold. I have a Brilliante stone set in Platinum. They are all beautiful (and old). I haven't tried Belle Luce.

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spursfan2 — Sat, 24 Apr 2021 02:47:38 GMT

Thank you everyone! I've never had a bad experience with DMQ so if my new ring is as pretty as it looks and good quality I think I'll be very happy!!

Re: What do you know about Absolute?

gertrudecloset — Sat, 24 Apr 2021 03:03:41 GMT

I have some ShopHQ Brilliante from Sonia Bitton, when she was there. The stones still look nice. The term they always used was sterling silver with Brilliante was/is "bathed in" gold. Never did they say plated or give the microns to determine if it is vermeil. I wear it a lot and lucky for me it still looks good. The gold is still there too. That's how I determine how good a piece is. Rose Gold over SS.

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Desertdi — Sat, 24 Apr 2021 05:36:56 GMT

@Zhills wrote:
Diamonique, Absolute and ShopHQ's Brilliante are all excellent quality. I purchased several pieces when they were setting it in gold. I have a Brilliante stone set in Platinum. They are all beautiful (and old). I haven't tried Belle Luce.

@Zhills I bought a 2 carat CZ solitaire "engagement ring" set in gold from K-MART in 1995. People think it's real..... it was about $75........

Re: What do you know about Absolute?

CalminHeart — Sat, 24 Apr 2021 12:01:41 GMT

It's CZ just like diamonique and any other CZ you would find online or at B&M store.

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Effie54 — Sat, 24 Apr 2021 14:11:57 GMT

@Zhills wrote:
Diamonique, Absolute and ShopHQ's Brilliante are all excellent quality. I purchased several pieces when they were setting it in gold. I have a Brilliante stone set in Platinum. They are all beautiful (and old). I haven't tried Belle Luce.

I have and love the Bella Luce. Especially the Vanna K pieces. Gorgeous!

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artdiva — Sat, 24 Apr 2021 14:37:55 GMT

Yes- I really like Bella Luce- very on trend designs- very affordable with a lovely sparkle. Will always love my Ripka DMQ---

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50Mickey — Sat, 24 Apr 2021 14:40:41 GMT

I have a 2 carat emerald cut solitaire Absolute that I purchased years ago. It is set in sterling. I don't wear it often but is as pretty today as it was years ago.

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Shelbelle — Sat, 24 Apr 2021 14:45:32 GMT

I also have several pieces of Sonia Bittons Brilliante, gorgeous, but the one I wear most often, the gold has worn off in the back, but no one notices.

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Luvsmyfam — Sun, 25 Apr 2021 19:48:52 GMT

good one spursfan2! I have some absolute bling.just as diamonique it gets cloudy over time.

Re: What do you know about Absolute?

Kachina624 — Sun, 25 Apr 2021 19:59:17 GMT

I'd be willing to bet all cubic zirconia is made in the same big pot in the same factory.