So, Bulgari (or Bvlgari, depending on how fancy you wanna be – I’m going Bulgari today, feels right, you know?), they’re kinda a big deal. Like, *really* a big deal. We’re talking top-tier, “I’d sell my grandma for that necklace” kinda big deal. Apparently, their jewelry is supposed to be like, *the* highest quality. I mean, I haven’t personally tested every single piece, but I’m willing to take their word for it. And everyone else’s word, considering how much this stuff goes for.
But here’s the thing that really gets my magpies twitching: the *vintage* stuff. Oh. My. God. It’s like… owning a piece of history, only you can wear it and look fabulous while doing it. Think about it: back in the day, Bulgari was already killing it, shifting from silver to straight-up *jewelry* around the 1920s. They were all about those French Art Deco vibes at first, which is just… chef’s kiss. That geometric, jazzy feel? Timeless.
Then, zoom forward to the 40s and 50s, and Bulgari started finding its own voice, you know? Developing their own style. That’s where it gets *really* interesting. That’s where the good stuff hides out.
And where do you find this treasure, you ask? Well, places like 1stDibs are apparently crawling with it. I mean, I drool over the pictures online. I’m too broke to buy anything, but hey, a girl can dream, right? And honestly, just *looking* is almost as good. Almost.
The thing I love about vintage Bulgari – and this is just my personal take, okay? – is that it’s not just about bling. It’s about craftmanship. You can *see* the quality. That ‘feel-good’ gold thing? It’s so real, I could cry. I mean, gold *is* the serotonin of jewelry. And when it’s Bulgari gold? Forget about it.
And the styles! Oh, the styles. Those vintage bangles? I need one, like, yesterday. Or maybe a vintage ring… something with intricate details that screams “I’m sophisticated, but also a little bit rock and roll.” You know?
