Jewelry

[LuckyPeach]

HELLO RIPKANISTAS!! Sorry for being a little late here in posting...it has been a tough week.

The premise of this thread is very easy: REVIEW AFTER REVIEW AFTER REVIEW. Best of all, everything Judith Ripka counts. This means in addition to JRQ products which includes new designs, older pieces, clearance, Lunchtime Specials, Today's Special Value, One Time Only, Insider, Limited Quantity, Last Clicks and "As Is,"--- please also review Judith's non-Q designs. Judith's creations can also be found at her boutiques, JudithRipka dot com, elite department stores, independent jewelers and their websites. Plus Sam's Club, RuLaLa, Sweepstreet, Bluefly, Last Call, and Gilt... Importantly, also Over There (major auction site) and Ripkanista-to-Ripkanista trading.

If you are reviewing JRQ, please include the J-number. With Judith's JRQ inventory over 1,300 items, it has become nearly impossible to be sure which item you are reviewing with description only. Photos are welcome!

Also, should you find a very cool item which coordinates with JR here on the Q, please review that, too. Sometimes it is fun to mix JR with other designs...

So, let's get reviewing. Thanks very much~Peach

[LuckyPeach]

REVIEW: J284060 Peruvian Amazonite & Diamonique ring

Grade: B

Yea: Excellent emerald cut design, execution

Boo: Amazonite stone a tad milky with thin, black matrix

Value (1=low;10=high): Lunchtime Special/Last Clicks - 8

Judith's regal design elevates Amazonite to casual elegance for daily wear

There's a pattern I've been noticing with so many of the natural gemstones in JR's designs lately...serious issues with quality and/or major differences in how the stone matches with what we see on film and online. I understand that there can be a variation in color match but perhaps the Q can show the piece in a range of 2-3 colors so when we receive the piece, it isn't so surprising (to the point of deciding to return as a result). More thoughts to add tomorrow! ~Peach

[anisha]

Hi LuckyPeach, I hope you are doing well and recovering from your lung infection. Also hope your legal issues are resolving nicely. I have been lagging behind in my reviews - too many things to do , add two little ones to that. But I had to write in and share my love for the new Pink multi-gem cuff J294768 . I call it Pink Romance. Here's the review I wrote for the item. "This pink cuff is dazzling magnificence . Took my breath away. The luscious array of gemstones in the lovely spectrum of pinks, purples, violets and the mother of pearl seem to have an inner glow. The gemstones are faceted beautifully and the cabochons have a story of their own to tell in this masterpiece. There have been other versions of this "Love Cuff" , but this one is sheer feminine elegance. The back is beautifully polished and looks as lovely as the front. Although the cuff has significant silver and gemstone presence, it is very comfortable on the wrist. Picasso on my wrist. Love, love, my "pink Love Cuff" . Other goodies are yet to arrive,

[desperate-housewife]

I received my 'laugh' cuff yesterday and it's a keeper! It is what I'd call 'whimsical elegance' because it is dressier in person than I realized by seeing it online. I'm not saying I wouldn't wear it casually, because I will, but it just looks like a very nice quality cuff in person for being a light-hearted piece.

[Sherbear1]

Just recieved the TSV J296060 in silver. Love it, very unique and elegant. It is very comfortable. Some mentioned it looks like snakes, no way it is a winner. Like Pepper22 I will be waiting for the rose.

[yellowkitty]

I received the TSV ring in SS today and love it! On the hand it looks like vines with leaves and dew dropes on the leaves ! I'm waiting for the rose also and hope to get the necklace in rose too!

[LuckyPeach]

Anyone else care to share some reviews or copy your single review post from your separate thread discussing just that piece?

I'm planning on hopping back in later with a bunch of full reviews, so be prepared! Thanks to all who share... ~Peach

[Oneanddone]

Hi Peach!

I bought the "Live" cuff and I LOVE IT!!

It means SO much to me!!

In 2006 I found out my now ex husband of 20 years was cheating, so I filed for divorce.

Seven months after I filed my whole family died.

Talk about a challenge. I was now divorced and completely alone. I was 46 years old and had no one.

For many years I didn't want to live anymore.

I prayed to die.

But I didn't.

Instead I became stronger.

So when I saw Judie's "Live" cuff, I knew that was for me!!

I wear it every day and night and will for the rest of my life.

Whenever I become discouraged, I look at my "Live"cuff and get recharged.

I pray all of you are in good health and I will look forward to the shows on Friday!!

I won't be awake for the late one, but I will catch the second one and chat with my friends!!

[Shoppergal]

On 6/12/2014 Oneanddone said:

Hi Peach!

I bought the "Live" cuff and I LOVE IT!!

It means SO much to me!!

In 2006 I found out my now ex husband of 20 years was cheating, so I filed for divorce.

Seven months after I filed my whole family died.

Talk about a challenge. I was now divorced and completely alone. I was 46 years old and had no one.

For many years I didn't want to live anymore.

I prayed to die.

But I didn't.

Instead I became stronger.

So when I saw Judie's "Live" cuff, I knew that was for me!!

I wear it every day and night and will for the rest of my life.

Whenever I become discouraged, I look at my "Live"cuff and get recharged.

I pray all of you are in good health and I will look forward to the shows on Friday!!

I won't be awake for the late one, but I will catch the second one and chat with my friends!!

Oh my gosh....I want to give you a hug so bad! My life has been very similar to what you've been through so I can understand much of your pain and suffering. I too became a much stronger woman. I'm soooo happy you got the live cuff and I hope that every time you look at it it makes you smile. :-)

[Shoppergal]

So, I got the laugh and love cuff. They are fantastic. I sure wish I knew how to post a picture here. I also got the green goddess Monaco and already sent it back. My top stone was like a sea foam green/turquoise blue. I was disappointed.