The Complete Guide to Caring for Your Jewellery
Your designer jewellery should always be handled with care.
Whether you’re the proud owner of an Emerald ring, diamond earrings or white gold bracelet, with the right approach to maintenance and care, you can enjoy a quality piece of luxury jewellery for many years to come.
In this article, we take a closer look at everything you need to know about caring for your jewellery, from cleaning and storage, to professional care and the best ways to wear it.
Cleaning
The cleaning procedure for your jewellery can depend on a number of factors. This includes, but is not limited to, the materials and stones it contains. Let’s take a look at the basics of cleaning your luxury jewellery, based on what it’s crafted from!
For most materials and stones, you may perform a gentle cleaning at home using the following supplies:
Soft toothbrush
Liquid dish soap
Lukewarm water
Soft towel
Polishing cloth
Start by rinsing your jewellery off in lukewarm water. Then, apply a small amount of liquid dish soap to your toothbrush and gently brush the jewellery. This will help to loosen any built up dirt, oils, creams, and other debris. Once cleaned, rinse your jewellery in lukewarm water once more and dry using a soft towel. The final step, which can really help your jewellery to shine, is using a polishing cloth to buff your piece.
Once you’re finished, the piece of jewellery will look as good as new!
It is important to note that this is a very basic cleaning routine that can be used for most pieces. Be sure to check with the manufacturer or your jewellery concierge service for the most accurate and effective cleaning and care instructions.
Storage
How your jewellery is stored is so important. Not only can the right storage system help to keep it safe and in a controlled environment, but it can also help to keep each piece separate from the others. This will help reduce the risk of entanglement and prevent any unnecessary damage.
You should always store your jewellery:
Out of direct sunlight
In a space that is safe, cool and dry
With a padlock
Separately from others
With the right jewellery box, storage system and/or locking safe, you can help ensure that your jewellery remains in pristine condition for as long as possible!
Wearing
Your jewellery was meant to be enjoyed and adorned!
The only way that your jewellery can be truly appreciated for exactly what it is, is if you wear each piece on a regular basis. While your jewellery is being worn, you should always move and interact with care. One wrong move and you may risk damaging your jewellery, or subjecting it to the exposure of certain products or chemicals.
While wearing high-end jewellery, you should always avoid contact with both water and products. You can do this by putting on your jewellery after you have finished getting ready for the day, effectively reducing contact with creams, oils and perfumes. You should also make removing your hand jewellery prior to washing your hands or bathing a habit.
At the end of the day, we suggest removing each piece of jewellery and carefully wiping it down to remove any dirt, debris or contaminants. Securely store your jewellery, so that it is ready and waiting to be enjoyed another day!
Professional Care
To ensure that your designer jewellery remains in top-quality condition for many years to come, we suggest bringing it to a professional a minimum of twice a year. If not at every season change! This will provide an expert with the regular opportunity to inspect and professionally clean your jewellery.
If the piece requires an adjustment or repair, this maintenance appointment is the perfect opportunity for some preventative care!
We’re Here to Help
Our team of jewellery concierge professionals are always here to help you. Whether you’re looking for care information about a piece of jewellery that we sourced for you, or you’re looking to add a new piece to your collection, we are always here to help.
For more information, contact us today or take a look at the other articles in our blog! From diamond and gemstone earrings, to gold rings and sterling silver bracelets from world-leading designer brands, we are here to assist with your every need.
