Jewelry Care Guide
Every piece is made to be worn often and kept for years. A little care keeps it bright. Your piece's material is listed on its product page; find it below.
Everyday habits · 14k gold filled · Waterproof gold (PVD) · Sterling silver · Pearls · Cleaning · Storing · Warranty
Everyday habits, for every piece
- On last, off first. Put jewelry on after perfume, lotion and sunscreen, and take it off before you wash your face.
- Take it off for pools and hot tubs, the gym, cleaning with household products, and sleep.
- Wipe before you put it away with a soft cotton cloth.
- One piece per pouch, so chains don't tangle and pieces don't scratch each other.
14k gold filled
Gold filled pieces carry a thick layer of 14k gold bonded to a core metal, so with care the color lasts for years.
- Water is fine now and then, but rinse in fresh water after the sea or a sweaty day and dry fully.
- Keep it away from chlorine, which dulls gold.
- If it looks dull, clean it with warm water and mild soap (see Cleaning).
Waterproof gold (PVD)
These pieces are made for water, sweat and everyday wear.
- Rinse after salt water or chlorine and pat dry.
- Skip polishing cloths, creams and abrasive scrubs: they can wear the finish.
Sterling silver
Silver naturally darkens with air over time. It is normal, and wearing it often keeps it brighter.
- Polish with a silver polishing cloth when it darkens.
- Store it in its pouch to slow darkening.
Pearls
Pearls are organic and softer than metal, so they need the gentlest care.
- Put pearls on last, after perfume and hairspray.
- Wipe with a soft, slightly damp cloth after wearing. Never soak them.
- Keep them away from ultrasonic cleaners and chemicals.
- Store them on their own so harder pieces can't scratch them.
Cleaning (metal only, not pearls)
- Mix a drop of mild dish soap into a bowl of warm water.
- Soak the piece for about 3 minutes.
- Brush gently with a very soft toothbrush, getting into links and settings.
- Rinse in warm running water.
- Dry with a soft cotton cloth, then let it air dry fully before storing.
Storing
Keep each piece clean, fully dry and in its own pouch, somewhere cool and dry. A closed box or drawer keeps silver brighter for longer.
Warranty
Every piece comes with a one-year warranty. If something isn't right, contact us.