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jewelry care

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Storage Tips

To keep your jewelry looking its best longer, store each piece separately on a soft surface, like in a jewelry box or pouches, to avoid accidental scratches. Closed containers can increase the chances of oxidation, so if you’re planning to store jewelry for a while in a closed box, give it a quick wipe with a special cloth or soft fabric first.

Jewelry made from alloys (like brass, bronze, or titanium) should be kept separately from silver pieces. Silver oxidizes over time and can affect other nearby jewelry, including pieces with silver plating.

Silver jewelry without any extra coating shouldn’t be kept in a box for too long. Silver really likes to be worn and move around—the more you wear it, the longer it stays shiny and beautiful.

Oxidized silver (the darkened kind) should be stored separately from uncoated silver. The oxidation process can spread to other pieces if they’re too close together.

Be mindful of heat—keep jewelry away from radiators, fireplaces, and direct sunlight. Also, try to keep jewelry away from cosmetics and perfumes, which are better applied on you, not your jewelry!

Lastly, if your jewelry is on a wire or metal cable, store it flat or hang it to prevent any bends.

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Deformation and Size Adjustment

Avoid reshaping or resizing jewelry with enamel coating, mineral inlays, or stone settings, whether it’s one stone or a whole row.

You can only adjust the size of rings that show a size range on the tag (like 16-18). This means it can’t be resized beyond size 18 or below size 16. Once it’s fitted to you, avoid making frequent or sudden adjustments, as the metal could weaken and crack.

If no size range is listed, the piece can’t be resized. This goes for ear cuffs, cuff bracelets, rigid necklaces, and rings.

Lock Features

For screw-back earrings, screw them on slowly. If it doesn’t turn easily, don’t force it—just take the earring off, clean the thread, and try again.

Some hoop earrings (like Congo earrings) use an English lock. If it gets harder to fasten, it’s an easy fix. Each time you close the earring, you put a bit of pressure on the pin. Over time, the pin can lower, and the «click» might stop. To fix it, just gently lift the pin a bit to straighten it, and it should fit right back into the clasp groove.

Jewelry with Coating

Whether it’s fashion jewelry, anodized titanium, white or colored gold with nanoceramics, gold-plated silver, rhodium-plated, or oxidized silver—keep it away from water and cosmetics. Clean it gently with a soft cloth, and stick to dry cleaning methods to keep it looking good.

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Main Material

Jewelry steel: Steel jewelry can handle water, but try to avoid harsh environments like household cleaning products. Don’t expose it to high heat or wear it while swimming in the sea—salt can leave a residue.

Jewelry alloy: Keep this type away from water. Fashion jewelry needs protection from freshwater, seawater, perfumes, deodorants, and hair sprays. Gently wipe it with a soft cloth to remove fingerprints or light dirt.

Polymer clay: Avoid water, as it can wear off the varnish. Don’t store it in designer packaging or on colored/black surfaces since it can absorb the color. It’s better to store it on a ceramic stand or in a light pouch.

Uncoated silver: Silver is sensitive to water and air, which can make it oxidize and darken. It’s good to polish it regularly with microfiber or flannel. Avoid experimenting with online cleaning hacks—they can damage the coating or even leave burn marks. If your silver has darkened a lot or developed spots, it’s best to take it for a professional cleaning, either with us or at a jeweler’s. It’s quick and affordable.

Gold: Wipe gold with a soft cloth (like microfiber, flannel, or suede) every time you take it off. You can also have it professionally cleaned by our specialists or at a jewelry workshop.

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Inlays

Precious and semi-precious stones and crystals love a gentle wipe with a soft cloth to keep them shining. Try to avoid swimming with jewelry that has stones, don’t spray perfume on them, and keep them out of direct sunlight for too long, as that can make their color fade.

Pearls can lose their luster if they come into contact with water and perfume, so wipe them with a flannel cloth. If you don’t wear them for a while, they might darken, so remember to show them some love and wear them occasionally!

Enamel and porcelain are pretty delicate. They can fade, crack, or get damaged from impacts, direct sunlight, and high temperatures. They really don’t mix well with acids, alkalis, or chlorine—so avoid cleaning products too. Cosmetics like creams and lotions, as well as seawater, can also harm them. Just take care of them with a soft cloth.

Keep in mind that different materials and inlays need their own special care!