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How to care for your necklaces
here are some of our tips for looking after your chain necklaces to keep them sparkling and prevent any breakages:
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for thousands of years, chains have been the ultimate fashion accessory to hold a pendant, make a statement,
and simply accessorise. but it’s important to take care of the pieces in your collection so that they will
stand the test of time.
here are some of our tips for looking after your chain necklaces to keep them sparkling and prevent any
breakages:
1. avoid wearing necklaces during exercise and certain daily activities
delicate chains can be susceptible to wear and tear throughout the day so it is recommended to avoid wearing
necklaces when doing activities that could result in a chain getting caught, pulled, or tangled – such as
when exercising, sleeping, and showering. sweat, water, and ingredients in perfume and beauty products can
accelerate the tarnishing of sterling silver and even damage soft gemstones like opals.
2. store carefully in an airtight bag or box
do you remember a time before wireless headphones were invented when you would take your headphones out of
your bag to find it in a tangled mess? the same thing can happen to chains, so storing them properly when
not in use is important. chains should be stored separately to ensure that they won’t tangle or rub
together. placing a chain in an airtight bag in a box will slow down the tarnishing of sterling silver and
gold-plated silver chains.
3. wipe gently after wearing
sweat, oil, dirt, and dead skin cells can accumulate on chains over time making them appear dull. we
recommend wiping down your necklaces with an anti-tarnish cloth before storing them away to ensure any
excess moisture, oils or dust are removed.
4. deep clean once in a while
schains worn regularly will require a deeper clean once in a while. soak the chains in a bowl of washing-up
liquid and warm water and then giving them a gentle rub with a soft-bristled toothbrush or microfibre cloth
is an inexpensive way to revive a chain’s shine. if you have multiple chains that need a clean, then make
sure you place one chain in a bowl at a time to prevent tangling.
5. prioritise your chain when planning an outfit
on a night out, a chunky chain like the
disco
snake twist chain necklace
will not only create added sparkle and glamour to any outfit, but it also has stronger links that can
withhold constant movement on the dancefloor.
6. consider the chain’s purpose
if you have a pretty pendant and want to find a suitable chain to wear with it, then consider
the size and weight of a pendant. a thin chain holding a large pendant will not only look out of
proportion but could snap if holding a pendant that is too heavy. luckily for you, all
jewellerybox
pendants
are matched to chains according to style and functionality so that all you need to decide is the
chain length.
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