There are colors that command attention, and then there are colors that invite reflection—intimate, nuanced, unforgettable. BuDhaGirl introduces Merlot to our All Weather Bangle® collection: a shade born not of passing trends, but of ancient rituals, aged elegance, and the art of deep living. Merlot is not merely a color; it is an experience—a cultivated state of mind that fuses the lush richness of vintage wine with the contemplative elegance.
Inspired by the storied wines of Bordeaux and the velvet evenings of autumn, Merlot is a divine tone—deep garnet, with undertones of earth, plum, and mystery. It is the color of harvest tables, of handwritten letters sealed with wax, of cashmere coats in city shadows. It is the hue of a woman who has lived and loved, who has traveled the vineyards of time, and who no longer seeks to impress, but to express. She is urbane, luminous, quietly powerful.
Merlot embodies the ineffable French sensibility that pairs depth of thought with instinctive elegance in other words: L’Esprit & Le Style. Our bangles are handcrafted by over twenty artisans in Thailand, honoring the craft of gold leaf-laced tubing that is now reinterpreted in a jewel-toned, wine-inspired hue. They are weightless yet grounding, soundless yet resounding with presence. They carry within them the duality that defines the modern woman—strong yet supple, bold yet composed.
This collection is not meant for the woman who is searching—it is for the woman who has found. Found what matters, what lasts, what resonates. She knows her time is precious, and so she chooses accessories that are more than beautiful—they are intentional. Merlot AWB® is not meant to decorate the wrist, but to accompany the soul. Each bangle is a vessel of memory, of presence, of projection—a silent companion through boardrooms, galleries, airports, and quiet Sunday mornings.
In terms of styling, Merlot is astoundingly versatile. It heightens the luxe in a tonal fall palette—pair it with slate gray, caramel suede, creamy camel, or navy blue. It brings a smoldering glow when layered with our BuDhaGirl Gold or Graphite AWB®. Stack it with Etoile for a shimmered decadence that recalls candlelit wine bars in Paris or rooftop dinners in New York. With Merlot, your stack speaks volumes—but always in a whisper.
But it is not only fashion that gives Merlot its power—it is intention. At BuDhaGirl, we believe luxury is not defined by price, but by presence. This is the essence of Mindful Glamour®: the daily practice of integrating beauty with awareness, and ritual with radiance. Our Merlot AWB® is an anchor to this philosophy, a reminder that every day is an opportunity to live meaningfully.
Mindful Glamour Ritual: Pause. Breathe. Slip on your Merlot All Weather Bangles focusing on the harvest of your journey, and the richness of becoming.
Thought: “The beauty of a woman, with passing years only grows.” — Audrey Hepburn
Shipping Policy
CL is not responsible for any lost, missing, or damaged packages that occur during shipping.
We pride ourselves on fast and reliable service. Orders are typically processed and shipped the next business day. Delivery usually takes 3–7 business days.
Free shipping on orders over $100
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Return/Exchange Policy
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Returns are refunded as store credit (minus original shipping costs).
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Customers are responsible for return shipping fees.
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Returns are processed when we receive the item, so please allow up to 10 business days for credit to be applied to your account (via our website or app).
- If you need a different size please call us at 580-670-7009 so we can pull the correct item. As soon as the customer's exchange arrives we will gladly ship the new item on us.
Final Sale Items:
At Country Lace Boutique, our biggest goal is to help our customers/friends build confidence in their outfits and in turn themselves. If you're not satisfied with your order, we will gladly do everything we can to try and make it better!
Please check your goodies as soon as you get them in your hands. If you think that you've received a defective item or the wrong item, contact us at 580-670-7009 within 3 business days of receipt of your order.
Here is a simple run-down of the procedures for returns:
- Items can be returned for store credit only. We cannot issue refunds.
- All returns must be received within 14 days* of the date that your order is received.
- Anything purchased at a discounted price is a FINAL SALE and is not eligible for return.
- Returned items must remain un-washed, unworn, and free of odor
- Include a note if you wish to switch sizes
- Shipping is non-refundable, unless there was a mistake on our end.
- Please allow our team 2-3 business days to process your return once it is received at our store.
- Items will not be exchange/returned UNTIL RETURNED ITEM IS RECEIVED
Exchanges
You can easily exchange for the SAME item but in a different SIZE! If you wish to exchange your item for a different size, please indicate that in a note. An exchange order for the new size will be processed and shipped out to you within 2-3 business days of us receiving the order. You will receive an order confirmation email to the email address on the original order. Please note that the exchange is subject to availability. If we do not have the item and size in stock when we receive your return, we will process the return as a gift card code.
Return Policy
We know that ordering things online can be a hard sometimes since you can’t touch the items or try them on, and because of that we try our best to be very return-friendly. However, there are certain rules that must be followed so that we can continue to help all of our customers/friends out.
- Any goodies you purchased must be returned within 14 days of shipping and all items are only eligible for store credit
- Returned items must remain un-washed and unworn.
- Anything purchased at a discounted price is a FINAL SALE and is not eligible for return.
- Don’t forget that your original shipping cost is non-refundable.
Changing or Cancelling Your Order
Sometimes stuff happens and you need to change or cancel your order. We totally understand and are here to help, but you must contact us immediately! The girls try to get item placed before 4pm to the mail by 5pm so you received your goodies as fast as possible. Once your item ships we will be unable to make any changes to your order.
Adding Items to an Order You Just Placed
In case you forget something we are her to help. First, contact us immediately (580-670-7009)! We will do our best to ship it out with your first order or waive the shipping fee on this additional order.