Have you ever dressed yourself, then studied your own reflection and realized that something was missing? Your outfit looks wonderful. Your hair is perfect, and your lipstick isn’t smeared. However, something is out of place. The answer could be appropriate jewelry. Just one aptly chosen piece of jewelry will make your outfit complete.
Keep your whole jewelry collection sparkling with a polishing cloth. This is a very easy way to make them shine and not have to use any type of chemicals or solvents. Use the dual-sided cloth to gently buff your jewelry as you would a delicate glass. First you should use the polish side, then use the shining side to really make your jewelry look stunning!
Don’t clean your jewelry in harsh household chemicals like ammonia, bleach or turpentine. Doing so can destroy enamel finishes, while clouding stones and crystals.
Take care when you are storing your jewelry in the same place. For best results, separate different pieces into different boxes, compartments or hooks. Do not just throw them into piles in a box. This can hurt very fragile jewelry, and tangle necklaces or bracelets.
Be sure that you store all of your jewelry safely away from air and humidity. Ideally, you should keep them in drawstring bags or in a jewelry box. Air and humidity can tarnish metals of all types. It’s possible to restore precious metals through polishing, but lesser-quality metals may suffer permanent damage.
Know the type of gem you’re buying, when you buy it. There are three unique types of stones: imitation, synthetic and natural. Both synthetic and natural gems are real; however, imitation is simply plastic. The only difference between natural and imitation gemstones is where they are made. Natural occur naturally, while synthetic stones are grown in labs.
The stone is an important part of a piece of jewelry so should be considered carefully. Choose stones that complement your complexion and that best reflect your personality. Neutral colors work better to match all your clothing. Don’t even bother to buy something that doesn’t function properly.
Consider how you should best clean each piece of your jewelry. You should know that different materials require different maintenance. Along the same lines, enhancing different stones and settings requires you to take different steps. Ask a jeweler when you do not know how to take care of your jewelry.
Costume Jewelry
Special care is required for costume jewelry. Many pieces of costume jewelry have the stones glued on, for example. Don’t immerse costume jewelry in water or use chemicals on it. To clean your jewelry, dampen a cloth with warm water and gently wipe the item. Then use a clean, dry cloth to dry the jewelry. This will keep your costume jewelry clean and shiny.
Jewelry is an excellent way to accentuate any outfit. Jewelry comes in many styles, from casual to formal, all designed to enhance your appearance. Before you walk out the door, put on a piece of jewelry to make sure you are looking your best.