Jewelry Care and Maintenance Tips


Many of our customers picked up some jewelry from us for Christmas. Now, let's talk about how to take care of your gold-plated pieces:


We understand that no material can guarantee 100% resistance to fading or discoloration. Over time, even high-quality pieces such as the Cartier Love Bracelet and Cartier Ballon Bleu or Tank Watches may darken, and sterling silver items like the Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra four-leaf clover bracelet or necklace may naturally oxidize. These are inherent characteristics of the materials themselves, which is why proper care is so important.

  • Remove Jewelry Before Bathing: Whether it’s your cherished Cartier Love Bracelet, a luxurious Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra piece, or your Cartier watch, it’s best to remove jewelry before using wash care products. Even mild chemicals can cause damage to the jewelry’s shine.
  • Avoid Skin Care Products: To keep your jewelry in its best condition, we recommend avoiding contact with lotions, creams, and cosmetics. Some products, especially sunscreens and whitening creams, may contain trace amounts of lead, which can cause gold or gold-plated jewelry, such as your Cartier Love Bracelet or Van Cleef & Arpels four-leaf clover necklace, to tarnish.
  • Storage: When not in use, please store your  jewelry in a jewelry box or pouch. This will help protect them from prolonged exposure to sunlight and moisture, both of which can lead to oxidation and loss of shine.
  • Individual Considerations: Jewelry can fade faster for individuals with more alkaline skin, particularly in the summer. Even luxurious pieces like the Cartier Love Bracelet and Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra four-leaf clover necklace may experience some fading over time.


In the end, jewelry is meant to complement your style and enhance your look. While no piece, whether it's a Cartier Tank Watch, Ballon Bleu, or Van Cleef & Arpels four-leaf clover bracelet, can stay "perfect" forever, with proper care, your pieces will continue to shine and remain beautiful for years to come. Thank you for trusting us with your jewelry!


If you're looking to upgrade to more durable jewelry:

We offer 1:1 jewelry customization services: Solid gold with real gold and diamonds. The price is based on the weight and the gold and diamond prices at the time of ordering, plus labor costs. This is the perfect choice for customers looking for pieces they can wear regularly and for a long time. It's durable and holds its value (since real gold and diamonds are recyclable).


The picture above shows Bowie wearing a Tiffany smiling necklace(18K=AU750) that has been worn for almost 10 years, including showers (I must admit, I don’t fully maintain it). It's still looking stunning today. If you're interested in custom jewelry, feel free to reach out and we can discuss further.


xx

Bowie