Made to be kept

Materials

Full details of the metals, finishes and stones used in each piece are being finalised and will appear here shortly. If you need the specification for a particular piece before then, please get in touch and we will confirm it for you directly.

Everyday Care

Put your jewelry on last, after fragrance, hairspray, sunscreen and lotion — the alcohols and oils in them are the most common cause of dulling. Take it off first, before showering, swimming, exercising or sleeping. Chlorine and salt water are particularly hard on plated finishes, and soap builds up in settings and chain links where it is difficult to reach.

Cleaning

Most pieces need nothing more than a gentle wipe with a soft, dry cloth after wearing, which lifts away skin oils before they have a chance to settle. For a deeper clean, use lukewarm water with a drop of mild dish soap and a very soft brush, then rinse and dry thoroughly — moisture left in a setting or a clasp is what leads to tarnish later.

Avoid ultrasonic cleaners, toothpaste, baking soda and any household cleaner containing bleach or ammonia. These are abrasive or corrosive enough to strip plating and to loosen set stones, and the damage is not reversible.

Storage

Store pieces separately, somewhere dry and out of direct sunlight. Jewelry kept loose in one box scratches itself — a soft pouch each, or a lined box with individual compartments, prevents it. Fasten clasps before putting chains away and lay them flat, which is the simplest way to avoid the knots that are so easy to create and so hard to undo.

What to Expect Over Time

Jewelry that is worn will show that it has been worn. Fine surface marks and a softening of the finish are normal on pieces in regular rotation, and on many metals they settle into a patina that is part of the character of the piece rather than a fault in it. If something ever seems wrong rather than simply worn — a loose stone, a clasp that no longer closes securely — please contact us.