Jewelry Care Guide

Jewelry is made to be worn and loved, but a little extra care goes a long way. Follow the guidelines below to help preserve the beauty, shine, and longevity of your pieces.

Table of Contents

  • General Care Tips
  • Gold-Plated Jewelry
  • Gold-Filled Jewelry
  • Solid Gold Jewelry
  • Sterling Silver Jewelry
  • Precious Gemstones

General Care Tips

  • It's best to not wear any jewelry while swimming, sleeping, sweating, or showering. Limiting access to water lengthens jewelry lifespan. 
  • When possible, store jewelry separately in pouches or in a jewelry box to prevent any scratches to precious metals or gemstones. 
  • Clean jewelry with a dry soft cloth after use to remove any oils.

Gold-Plated Jewelry

Do’s:

  • Put jewelry on last when getting ready
  • Store separately in a soft pouch or jewelry box
  • Clean gently with a soft, dry cloth to remove regular oils

Don’ts:

  • Avoid contact with water, perfume, lotions, oils, and cleaning products
  • Wear jewelry while showering, swimming, sweating, or sleeping
  • Never use an abrasive cloth or cleaning product on your jewelry.

What to Expect:

Gold-plated pieces will naturally fade over time, especially with frequent wear. Proper care helps extend their lifespan, but eventual wear is normal and expected.

Gold-Filled Jewelry

Gold-filled jewelry has a thicker layer of gold mechanically bonded to a core metal, making it much more durable than gold-plated.

Do’s:

  • Appropriate for regular wear
  • Clean gently with a soft, dry cloth after wearing to remove oils
  • Clean occasionally with warm water, mild soap, and a soft cloth

Don’ts:

  • Wear while sleeping, showering, or heavy workouts
  • Clean with harsh chemicals and abrasive surfaces
  • Wear in a pool, hot tub, ocean, sauna, etc.

What to Expect:

Gold-filled jewelry can last many years without tarnishing or fading when cared for properly. It’s a great option for everyday wear with minimal maintenance.

Solid Gold Jewelry

Do’s:

  • Wear your jewelry everyday
  • Clean occasionally with warm water, mild soap, and a soft cloth
  • Store separately from other pieces to prevent scratching

Don’ts:

  • Wear during heavy labor or intense workouts to avoid scratches
  • Let your piece come into contact with harsh chemicals like bleach or chlorine
  • Use a paper towel to clean or dry your jewelry

What to Expect:

Solid gold will not tarnish or wear away. Over time, it may develop minor scratches/dents, which is normal and part of its character.

Sterling Silver Jewelry

Do’s:

  • Wear your piece often because natural skin oils help slow tarnishing
  • Store in an airtight bag or pouch when not in use
  • Polish gently with a silver polishing cloth as needed

Don’ts:

  • Allow your jewelry to contact water, humidity, perfume, and lotions
  • Let your jewelry sit in the sun for prolonged periods
  • Come into contact with bleach or chlorine

What to Expect:

Tarnish is natural for sterling silver and can be easily cleaned to be refreshed. Regular wear and proper storage help keep it bright and shiny.

Precious Gemstones

Do’s: 

  • Clean gently with a soft, dry cloth
  • Store separately to prevent scratching or chipping
  • Clean occasionally with warm water, mild soap, and a soft cloth

Dont’s:

  • Avoid contact with water, chemicals, perfumes, and lotions
  • Wear while sleeping, swimming, or exercising
  • Let your piece get to hot inside a hot tub or sauna

What to Expect:

Each gemstone varies in hardness and durability. When stored properly, their color and sheen will stand the test of time.