Cartier men's bracelets: model overview and selection
The Cartier men's bracelet is a combination of sophistication and perfection. The unique design attracts the eyes and sinks into the soul. Nowadays, the brand has increased the price segment. In the produced lines, there are models that are now available to the average person. Previously, bracelets were made only of expensive metals, but now silver and stainless steel with gold plating are also used for the production of products.
History of creation
The Cartier company dates back to the first half of the 19th century. At that time Louis Francois Cartier becomes the owner of a jewelry watch workshop in France. Since then, unique watches and jewelry have been an integral part of successful people, a symbol of belonging to high society. These are not just things, but a kind of work of art. Jewelry in beautiful branded cases has won recognition from both sexes.
The history of the creation of Cartier Love bracelets is replete with a variety of legends. According to one of them, initially only couples in love had the opportunity to buy such products, who had to exchange keys from their bracelets (the screwdriver that comes with each bracelet acts as a key). Today, Cartier bracelets represent an accessory that includes a combination of unique French design and reliability of Swiss watches, their unsurpassed quality.
Differences from the original
The Love bracelet is very popular and is the most frequently counterfeited bracelet. Traces of glue are most often found on counterfeit packages; in most cases there is no lock. The original product without fail has certificate packed in a cardboard cover. The original bracelet comes complete with a gift bag, certificate, instructions for use, screwdriver. The latter is usually forgotten by counterfeiters.
An important detail that distinguishes the original from the copy is the engraving indicating the gold fineness, individual number and brand name.
Choice
In order to choose a bracelet for your wrist, you need to know its size, for this you should measure your wrist with a centimeter and add 1 cm to the result obtained - this is for those who like the bracelet to cover the wrist more tightly, or 2 cm - for those who likes to wear the bracelet loosely. The size of the accessory can be selected as follows.
- Get a bracelet that fits well on your wrist.
- Put it open on any plane.
- Using the ruler, determine the size from the clasp to the end of the bracelet.
- Compare with selected Cartier product.
How to take care of your products?
During operation, the following is necessary.
- Check the condition of the fasteners periodically.
- When cleaning jewelry with lapis lazuli, coral, pearl, turquoise, emerald, or jewelry with a significant proportion of stones, you should use the services of a specialist in Cartier points of sale.
- You can clean other products yourself as follows: immerse the product for a few minutes in soapy water (containing a neutral pH level). Clean jewelry thoroughly using a soft bristled brush. Then rinse the product well with warm water and wipe with a soft material. Suede or microfiber will do.
Varieties of models
The most common model of Cartier bracelets is Love model, the idea of creating which belongs to Aldo Chipullo. Subsequently, he became the leading designer of the Cartier fashion house. This model has a lot of varieties: with stones, without them, in gold, platinum.
Created in the mid-70s of the last century, bracelets from the Love line have cemented the union of loving hearts more than once. Their elegant elliptical shape and screw-like pattern have become symbols of the times.
At first, jewelry was made of silver, and the top was covered with gold, but then completely gold versions began to be produced.
In the late 70s of the last century, a bracelet with diamonds was introduced.
The jewelry is not just put on the hand, but is fixed on the wrist with two parts in the shape of the letter C, they snap into place and screwed together with a screwdriver. Thus, the designer tried to convey the idea that love is not something to be taken lightly.
Just un Clou is also Chipullo's idea. He created it in the 70s of the last century in New York. At that time, it became the first product to symbolize celebration and freedom. It is an accessory for men that makes it possible to find out the value of ordinary things. The model is made of gold with 18K diamonds. Outwardly, it looks like a bracelet-nail, the head of which comes with a secret, a clasp is hidden in it.
Trinity made in two variations of white and yellow gold. Santos de cartier - from yellow gold. Model line Santo characterized by conciseness and originality. The use of decorative screws and the yellow gold combination has become the hallmark of the line, characterized by a strong personality.
Review of the Cartier Love bracelet in the video.
