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Am I too old for a Pandora charm bracelet?

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MoreCardassianThanKardashian · 11/10/2024 11:15

I'm touching 40. I wanted a Pandora charm bracelet about 15-20 years ago when either they became really popular or I first noticed them. I didn't bother as they were expensive ish (especially to me, a pauper at the time) and really common.

Anyway, I recently bought my 13 year old daughter one (around the age range I feel they're manufactured for) and I've been completely taken in by their marketing and how good they look on DD, her friends, the store girls all of whom are a good 2,close to 3 decades younger than me and the idea of cute little treats and easy gifts for everyone.

Is it a kids thing and I'm past it or are they still cute? Is there a grown up version? 😂😂😂

I think it's ok to keep and wear one if you've had it from a young age but to buy one now is a bit "live, laugh, love"???

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HollyKnight · 17/10/2024 20:07

MoreCardassianThanKardashian · 17/10/2024 19:48

Aww thanks for answering so quickly! Has it worn well over that time? The charms are fantastic and honestly much more “me”. I think I’m gonna do it!!!!!!! 🥳🥳🥳

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Yeah there's not a mark on it/them! There is more personality to them than the Pandora ones imo. Gnoce is more quirky whereas Pandora is more...classy or something. If that makes sense lol. But both the Pandora charms and Gnoce charms fit each other's bracelets (except for the Gnoce stoppers, they're too tight for the Pandora bracelet) so you don't actually have to stick to one brand.

BirthdayRainbow · 17/10/2024 20:05

MoreCardassianThanKardashian · 17/10/2024 19:52

😂 10/10 for sales pitch. Ten mins ago I would have said yes but I'm 90% sure I'm going for this gnoce. I am so indecisive!

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😂

Maria1979 · 17/10/2024 19:53

@MoreCardassianThanKardashian I have never understood it was for younger girls?? I hate jewellry and only wear it for special occasions but I could definitely wear a Pandora bracelet (45)...

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MoreCardassianThanKardashian · 17/10/2024 19:52

BirthdayRainbow · 17/10/2024 19:49

I've got one. It's not for me. Do you want it?

😂 10/10 for sales pitch. Ten mins ago I would have said yes but I'm 90% sure I'm going for this gnoce. I am so indecisive!

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BirthdayRainbow · 17/10/2024 19:49

I've got one. It's not for me. Do you want it?

luckylavender · 17/10/2024 19:49

I know loads of people older than you who have them

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MoreCardassianThanKardashian · 17/10/2024 19:48

HollyKnight · 17/10/2024 19:43

Oh gosh it was a good few years ago now so I can't remember how long it took. I checked my emails and the shipping was with YunExpress so I think it comes from China (or it did 3 years ago). I didn't have any problems though. I can take a photo of my collection if you want to see them "in real life"?

They have that 4 for 2 deal on a lot. I just looked at the website and the necklaces and key chains are new to me. I'm sorry I looked because I'm now tempted to get a key chain and Halloween charms to hang on my handbag! 🙈

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Aww thanks for answering so quickly! Has it worn well over that time? The charms are fantastic and honestly much more “me”. I think I’m gonna do it!!!!!!! 🥳🥳🥳

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TeenLifeMum · 17/10/2024 19:47

Totally fine - the charms vary with some aimed more at dc and others more mature.

HollyKnight · 17/10/2024 19:43

MoreCardassianThanKardashian · 17/10/2024 19:17

Hi @HollyKnight I've just looked at these and they're lovely and a great price. How was shipping etc? Do they actually come from America. I've got the items added to my bag but I'm just not sure!

It's a right deal, buy 2 charms get 2 free plus a mystery charm and free bracelet for less than £70.

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Oh gosh it was a good few years ago now so I can't remember how long it took. I checked my emails and the shipping was with YunExpress so I think it comes from China (or it did 3 years ago). I didn't have any problems though. I can take a photo of my collection if you want to see them "in real life"?

They have that 4 for 2 deal on a lot. I just looked at the website and the necklaces and key chains are new to me. I'm sorry I looked because I'm now tempted to get a key chain and Halloween charms to hang on my handbag! 🙈

fitzwilliamdarcy · 17/10/2024 19:42

They do big mother’s day promotions, there are loads of mum and gran charms - they’re definitely not solely for teenagers!

I love mine and I’m not 13. 😂

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MoreCardassianThanKardashian · 17/10/2024 19:17

HollyKnight · 11/10/2024 23:11

I have a Gnoce one. I love their selection of charms. Mine is filled with tiny photos of my pets and family and important memories. I don't wear it out because it's too big and bulky but DH knows if I drop dead it must go with me in my coffin.

Hi @HollyKnight I've just looked at these and they're lovely and a great price. How was shipping etc? Do they actually come from America. I've got the items added to my bag but I'm just not sure!

It's a right deal, buy 2 charms get 2 free plus a mystery charm and free bracelet for less than £70.

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HollyKnight · 11/10/2024 23:11

I have a Gnoce one. I love their selection of charms. Mine is filled with tiny photos of my pets and family and important memories. I don't wear it out because it's too big and bulky but DH knows if I drop dead it must go with me in my coffin.

theemptinessmachine · 11/10/2024 23:09

Katy123g · 11/10/2024 17:58

I'm confused as to how you came to the conclusion that Pandora is for teens.

I'm 38 and have a couple. My mum who was 64 and had two as well.

To be honest, while I don't actually know for sure as don't know any teen girls, I assumed that Pandora would be seen as being a bit uncool and mumsy?? That's just my impressions. I could be wrong.

That is my impression of it.

Londonrach1 · 11/10/2024 21:53

Up to you if you like them. I personally don't as they look clumpy and big. I prefer something different, small and understated but that's my taste. You never too old for something if you like it....

PepaWepa · 11/10/2024 21:48

MoreCardassianThanKardashian · 11/10/2024 11:15

I'm touching 40. I wanted a Pandora charm bracelet about 15-20 years ago when either they became really popular or I first noticed them. I didn't bother as they were expensive ish (especially to me, a pauper at the time) and really common.

Anyway, I recently bought my 13 year old daughter one (around the age range I feel they're manufactured for) and I've been completely taken in by their marketing and how good they look on DD, her friends, the store girls all of whom are a good 2,close to 3 decades younger than me and the idea of cute little treats and easy gifts for everyone.

Is it a kids thing and I'm past it or are they still cute? Is there a grown up version? 😂😂😂

I think it's ok to keep and wear one if you've had it from a young age but to buy one now is a bit "live, laugh, love"???

No, I bought my 67 year old mum one last year! She bought me one years ago (I'm 35) and buys me a charm every Xmas/birthday, and she loves them, so now she has her own which she wears every day.
My sister has one at 45.
My best friend has one with more charms than I've ever seen!
Why would you be too old? Enjoy it ❤️

Didn't mean to quote the op (hate that!).

SmallChanges3 · 11/10/2024 18:48

I have one and I'm in very close to reaching my 40s.

I was on holiday and met a couple - the husband would choose a pandora charm for his wife from every destination they visited. They were older than me.

I have charms to signify important events, births, deaths, graduations etc. Buy one.

OhMaria2 · 11/10/2024 18:22

Cardboardeaux · 11/10/2024 11:30

I'm 41 and I have a charm bracelet! They're not to everyone's taste but I love mine. It's from Trollbeads though, which is (I think) much nicer than Pandora at a similar price point.

Troll beads are wonderful!

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MoreCardassianThanKardashian · 11/10/2024 18:07

BetsyRegards · 11/10/2024 17:57

Here you go, @MoreCardassianThanKardashian:

https://www.tiffany.co.uk/jewelry/bracelets/return-to-tiffany-heart-tag-charm-bracelet-GRP01430/

https://www.tiffany.co.uk/jewelry/shop/charms/

Hmmmm that does look far classier but it's a hell of a lot of money. I'm comfortable but I'm not Tiffany comfortable. I'll be having a proper look later.

Genuine thank you to everyone recommending alternatives. I've looked at most and will continue to look through.

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DuBoo · 11/10/2024 18:06

@MoreCardassianThanKardashian I thought they were only for women our age… teenagers round here don’t wear them!

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MoreCardassianThanKardashian · 11/10/2024 18:03

wulves · 11/10/2024 17:53

I don’t believe in getting too old to wear what you like. If I live long enough I’ll be a 90 yr old in skinny jeans and a hoodie because that’s what I like, out of fashion or ‘inappropriate’ or no 🤷🏻‍♀️

We will be doing that together!

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OrangeTeabags · 11/10/2024 18:00

Anyway, wear what you like.
I am considering buying similar trainers to one of my kids.

She's fine with it - I checked!

OrangeTeabags · 11/10/2024 17:59

Tinaforshort · 11/10/2024 17:40

I have bought my 12yo DD one for Christmas and previously one for my DDs 13th birthday. They are very big around my area for (pre)teens.

I think you should buy and wear what you want OP. I did have one a few years ago, only ever had the one charm though. I only stopped wearing it because I couldn’t wear any bracelets for a few years, I now just wear a medic alert bracelet.

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Well I stand corrected 😂.

Have seriously not seen young kids wearing them although thinking back my two were fascinated with mine when they were younger, I just didn't consider buying them one of their own.
It didn't cross my mind & I guess they didn't ask, they just liked fiddling with my one and looking at the charms

Katy123g · 11/10/2024 17:58

I'm confused as to how you came to the conclusion that Pandora is for teens.

I'm 38 and have a couple. My mum who was 64 and had two as well.

To be honest, while I don't actually know for sure as don't know any teen girls, I assumed that Pandora would be seen as being a bit uncool and mumsy?? That's just my impressions. I could be wrong.

wulves · 11/10/2024 17:53

I don’t believe in getting too old to wear what you like. If I live long enough I’ll be a 90 yr old in skinny jeans and a hoodie because that’s what I like, out of fashion or ‘inappropriate’ or no 🤷🏻‍♀️