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Splurge or Save: Dreamcatcher Necklace

  • Saturday, May 09, 2015

My infatuation with dreamcatchers blossomed after I got one from an Indian reservation in Arizona from my travels on Route 66. I put it up next to my bed & I swear I never had a nightmare while it was there. Perhaps I should invest in one again because those late night premiers of Dateline scare the crap out of me.

Today we have a nice little game of Splurge or Save, where you get to test your fashion skills by determining which item is which. Our featured products are the Aurélie Bidermann Long Dreamcatcher Necklace for $727 & then we have the Charlotte Russe Turquoise Dreamcatcher Pendant Necklace which retails at $6.

Can you determine which is the splurge pendant? Choose now & scroll to find the answer.
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The Charlotte Russe necklace has a long golden chain. The dreamcatcher charm features a turquoise centerpiece, etched feathers, & turquoise-like beads. Aurélie Bidermann's $727 Long Dreamcatcher Necklace is made of 18k gold. It has a long chain with a paperclip fastening, a red & turquoise cotton thread detail, small turquoise stones in the center & a hanging gold feather. 

The $6 Charlotte Russe necklace is on the left; Aurélie Bidermann's $727 dreamcatcher is on the right.

I much prefer the look of Aurélie Bidermann's pendant. The red & turquoise thread detail is irresistible along with the intricate centerpiece. I'm also a big fan of the knotted chain. So chic. Want  one for yourself? These dreamcatcher necklaces are $20 or less: Shagwear  Long Dreamcatcher Pendant, Lureme® Ethnic Bead Feather Dreamcatcher Necklace, & Bohemian Dreamcatcher Necklace.

 Did you guess correctly? Which did you think was the splurge dreamcatcher necklace? Which do you like better? :] 

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58 comments

  1. GabrielleMay 9, 2015 at 7:58 AM

    What a beautiful concept - combining both dream catchers and jewellery! I would certainly wear something like that. Great idea to compare luxury and budget versions, by the way :)

    Gabrielle | A Glass Of Ice

    x

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  2. JosieMay 9, 2015 at 2:23 PM

    Ooh I thought the Charlotte Russe one was the designer necklace! They're both so beautiful though x

    Josie’s Journal

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    1. Carmen VarnerMay 12, 2015 at 1:20 PM

      So crazy, right? Can't really be sure which is which. :]

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  3. Gracey WilliamsMay 9, 2015 at 3:30 PM

    Awww I got it wrong! They're both cute though.

    Breakfast at Gracey's

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    1. Carmen VarnerMay 12, 2015 at 1:21 PM

      That's a good thing. Means Charlotte Russe is doing a good job. :]

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  4. LeeMay 10, 2015 at 12:33 AM

    I must say that I've done my research a little well since I guessed correctly, but I love dreamcatchers! :) the one on the right looks really chic, but something I don't think I can fork out the amount - though the one on the left is a great alternative for a broke college student.

    Lee
    Last Night with Lee

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    1. Carmen VarnerMay 12, 2015 at 1:21 PM

      I agree Lee. I love the one on the right but couldn't justify $700 for it. :]

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  5. Chrystin AponteMay 10, 2015 at 9:24 AM

    I guessed correctly! Ugh, why must I always choose the more expensive option? haha
    Some of my favorite jewelry are pieces that I have gotten from Indian reservations in Arizona, too! Such beautiful craftsmanship, and I can't ever say no to turquoise!

    http://amateandarottweiler.blogspot.com.ar/

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    1. Carmen VarnerMay 12, 2015 at 1:22 PM

      It's another level when you buy something authentic & can help preserve their culture. :]

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  6. ColleenMay 11, 2015 at 9:29 AM

    The one on the right is more intricately detailed, but they're both pretty! It's good to have a portable dream catcher in case you have to take an unexpected nap ;)

    COOCOO FOR COCO

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    1. Carmen VarnerMay 12, 2015 at 1:24 PM

      Hahaha, your comment had me giggling for sure! :]

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  7. Cassandra JaneMay 11, 2015 at 10:43 AM

    Cute! The Aurelie Bidermann necklace definitely got some nice details going on.

    And LOL late night Dateline nightmares. I've never really been exploring on the mainland yet, but I definitely want to go on an adventure like that! (Not late night Dateline, but I mean Route 66, haha.)

    http://littlegrimoire.com/blog

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    1. Carmen VarnerMay 12, 2015 at 1:24 PM

      Route 66 is fantastic. Dateline is scary. :P

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  8. sweetsimpledayMay 11, 2015 at 10:57 AM

    Wow ! They look so similar!! I'll go with SAVE!!
    Thanks for sharing. Xoxo

    http://www.sweetsimpleday.com

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  9. Julie LyMay 11, 2015 at 12:43 PM

    I guess correctly, yay! I love the look of the $6 one though. xx

    Julie
    www.rainingcake.com

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  10. K MEETS STYLEMay 11, 2015 at 2:11 PM

    I am in love with the dreamcatchers! I have tattoos,tshrtst,wallets and pretty much everything with them! these two are so beautiful:)

    #GIVEAWAY! win 2 pieces from my Belle Noir collection & a watch

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    1. Carmen VarnerMay 12, 2015 at 1:25 PM

      Woohoo! We have a true dreamcatcher fan over here. :]

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  11. Layla SprinklesMay 11, 2015 at 2:50 PM

    Ah how cute!!! I love dream catchers - I used to have one when I was little but I love these necklaces haha….so sweet! :)

    Layla xx

    www.sprinklesofstyle.co.uk

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    1. Carmen VarnerMay 12, 2015 at 1:26 PM

      I know. It's the new way to carry a dreamcatcher around with you. :]

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  12. Ginny ClothedwithGraceMay 11, 2015 at 6:36 PM

    I guessed right :) what a fun necklace!

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  13. Andrea NineMay 11, 2015 at 7:00 PM

    I have been finding some good stuff at Charlotte Russe! Love this post and now I need this necklace. Lol!

    livingoncloudandreanine.blogspot.com

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  14. Amanda Elizabeth - Meet @ the BarreMay 11, 2015 at 7:01 PM

    Seriously these are my favorite posts to read!!! I usually 9 times out of 10 go with the save piece! Love those necklaces they are spot on!

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    1. Carmen VarnerMay 12, 2015 at 1:31 PM

      I'm with you girl! Why pay $700 when you can buy one for $6 & use the other $694 for something like rent, bills, or travel? :]

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  15. Jasmine HwangMay 11, 2015 at 7:31 PM

    I've been obsessed with dream catchers since I was a child! They're such a lovely piece for your home and I have been looking for a way to incorporate it into my outfits!

    be the plebeian

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  16. Kelsey BangMay 11, 2015 at 9:06 PM

    wow! $700! so pricey! great comparison find!
    kelseybang.com

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  17. MiliMay 11, 2015 at 10:58 PM

    I honestly like the charlotte russe one more! What a steal at $6.

    Mili

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  18. Vanessa CilibertoMay 12, 2015 at 4:22 AM

    haha I was wrong too!

    TheVogueWord
    TheVogueWord

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  19. Miss Caitlin S.May 12, 2015 at 9:11 AM

    I didn't guess correctly and thought the one on the left would be more!

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  20. Kristen @ See You In A PorridgeMay 12, 2015 at 9:25 AM

    wow - i totally thought it was the other way around!! mind blown.

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  21. Courtney WilliamsonMay 13, 2015 at 1:13 AM

    I got it wrong! I love how real to authentic dreamcatchers Aurélie Bidermann's looks x

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  22. AnonymousMay 13, 2015 at 1:21 AM

    Oh, I'll save on this one! I like the less-expensive option better! xx


    ALLURE OBSESSED - BEAUTY BLOG // BLOGLOVIN'

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  23. ElodieMay 13, 2015 at 6:14 AM

    I absolutely LOVE these! Such a bargain too! I'm still tempted to get the Aurélie Bidermann one if I ever win the lottery though. Ha!

    - Elodie x
    www.elle-yeah.com

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  24. Ama PokuMay 13, 2015 at 3:13 PM

    I absolutely love dreamcatchers! And those necklaces are so cute, though I guessed those two wrong, I actually like the left one a bit better :)
    xx Ama

    PHUCKITFASHION

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    1. Carmen VarnerMay 16, 2015 at 12:01 PM

      So cool. It's funny how nice it looks yet it's $600+ cheaper. :]

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  25. LyddieGalMay 13, 2015 at 6:53 PM

    They are both so cute! Thank goodness I love the save!
    Chic on the Cheap

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  26. Kate MusgroveMay 14, 2015 at 5:41 AM

    The one on the right looks amazing. I think I prefer it over the more expensive necklace.

    Thank you for all your comments on my blog. I think trying American candy is so popular amongst us brits that I felt it necessary to also give it ago. I'm not the biggest fan of the chocolatey treats, but I do love the M&M peanut butter and Reece's.. I prefer the Jelly type, retro sweets from across the pond :) Wonka, etc. xx

    Kate | A British Sparkle

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  27. AshtinasellersMay 14, 2015 at 6:16 AM

    I love these necklaces! So cute! I'll have to check the Charlotte one out!

    flirtingwiththedays.blogspot.com

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  28. Anna PogribnyakMay 14, 2015 at 2:30 PM

    Wow, love the idea. Definitely want to catch one!:)

    CityFashionFood

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  29. Chckgeek.comMay 16, 2015 at 8:16 AM

    These necklaces are both amazing!!! Love the splurge or save idea, if I was rich I could own both
    xo Chckgeek.com

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  30. My Notebook of StyleMay 17, 2015 at 11:59 AM

    Bad news is I got it wrong.
    Good news is the one I liked most is the cheap one :))

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  31. Aaliyah VerniceMay 17, 2015 at 4:38 PM

    Thats crazy, they're both so beautiful!

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  32. LiakadaMay 18, 2015 at 6:01 AM

    So pretty!! Such a nice idea for a necklace. They are both nice wouldnt have thought there is that much in the difference... though fake jewellery makes my skin go green.. I'm such an allergy snob ;)

    Ash | Liakada Travel

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  33. awhiteMay 19, 2015 at 6:06 AM

    How cool- I actually like the Charlotte Russe necklace a bit better! :)

    -Ashley
    http://lestylorouge.com/romp-em/

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  34. Sophie SierraMay 19, 2015 at 6:20 AM

    How beautiful Carmen! Absolutely crushing on them both <3

    Sophie | soinspo xo

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  35. Natalie HughesMay 21, 2015 at 9:37 AM

    Pretty necklaces! I got it wrong, but am relieved to find I like the less expensive one better for once!

    Natalie
    www.babesandbaubles.com

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  36. JessyMay 21, 2015 at 1:57 PM

    Both necklaces are beautiful (although not beautiful enough to pay 700$ hahaha).

    There's a store called, Parfois, which has inexpensive and very similar necklaces to these ones! :)

    Dorky-and-weird.blogspot.com

    Xoxo Jessy

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  37. One Girl: One WorldMay 21, 2015 at 8:09 PM

    I like your blog :)

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  38. increddybleMay 23, 2015 at 11:08 AM

    I guessed correctly but I still liked the left one better, haha x

    http://increddyble.blogspot.co.uk

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  39. Lutetia FlaviaeJuly 13, 2015 at 5:30 AM

    I must have poor taste, I prefer the 6$ one ^^ They both look great though, I need to buy one!
    Thank you for visiting my website and writing a comment! I love your design!

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