Have you ever gotten dressed, seen your reflection in the mirror, and wondered what was missing? Something just seems a little askew, even though your clothes, shoes, and socks all match. It’s jewelry. Just a single piece of good jewelry completes your look.
Store your jewelry carefully. Boxes, holders, compartments, and hooks are all valuable tools for storing jewelry safely. Do not ever just throw them in a pile. Fragile jewelry could easily be damaged by doing this, not to mention the nuisance of having to untangle necklace chains that could get caught together.
Your jewelry should endure an entire lifetime. When choosing jewelry, you should always buy from a reputable store or dealer, in order to ensure you only get high-quality pieces. High-quality jewelry can be told by its superior craftsmanship and good manufacture. The jeweler should be able to give you a history on the piece, like who crafted it and where the stones came from if there are any. When you chose a high-quality piece, you know your jewelry will last forever.
Jewelry is best stored in an area with low humidity. To maximize protection, put your jewelry in a jewelry box or a small drawstring bag. Continued exposure to humidity extremes or air causes metals typically used in jewelry to tarnish. You can restore the precious metals back to their former glory, but plated jewelry is different. Trying to polish those pieces can reveal the non-precious metals underneath, such as copper.
Take the time to notice what kind of jewelry they already wear. For example, if they wear earrings, are they hoop or studs? Do they prefer white or yellow metals? Just paying attention to what they wear now will make buying for them much easier than asking a salesperson.
If you own costume jewelry, it is important to properly care for it. Quality costume jewelry may cost more, but a cheaply made piece will fall apart and will quickly become unusable. Jewelry that’s in good repair can be a much better investment.
Understanding jewelry will help you make informed choices the next time the occasion arises. You should save money and know how to select the ideal piece. The greater your understanding of jewelry, the more refined your tastes will become.
