The Do's & Don'ts of Fine Jewelry

Have you wondered if there are rules to wearing fine jewelry? Can you get away with wearing your pieces without any worries? Jewelry is the perfect accessory for daily life that is beautiful and timeless, and also tells a story of who you are! We obviously want you to wear your jewelry as much as possible, but while keeping a few rules in mind.

Wearing your jewelry to the gym or while mowing your lawn is great for our repair business, but we would rather help you avoid tragedy by taking some extra caution. Even the team here at Broer-Freeman is occasionally guilty of forgetting to take off our rings when painting the living room and moving the furniture around. We totally get it!

Here are some quick tips and life hacks to make your jewelry-wearing experience the best possible. And of course, when you do have a little jewelry accident, we are here for you! (Read more about our repair services here!) Check out these do's and don'ts of fine jewelry:

DO remove your jewelry before bed:

Most people think the possibility of damage to jewelry while laying in bed would be minimal, but movement while sleeping still poses many risks. Pulling a prong and losing a stone, scratching yourself or your furniture, or even laying on and bending your jewelry are all possible ways you could wake up to a big problem.

DON'T get in water with jewelry on:

All types of moisture can cause issues for your jewelry, but chlorine and salt water can especially cause damage, erode the finish, or tarnish your accessories even quicker. The water you swim in is usually on the cooler side and can also cause your finger to shrink, leaving your favorite rings vulnerable to slip off and get lost in the waves.

DO get your jewelry insured:

Give yourself peace of mind and know exactly what items you have in your collection. Combined with our appraisal services, your insurance company can help you choose the best policy for your pieces. This way you can wear your jewelry comfortably with the knowledge that you will be financially covered if anything is lost or stolen.

DON'T wear your jewelry to the gym or during sporting events:

Whether you’re feeling the burn or cheering on your favorite team, a rise in activity level means a higher risk jewelry related injuries to yourself and your accessories. When things get intense it’s easy to knock a stone out and not even realize it. Hands and fingers can also swell when your blood gets pumping, quickly causing rings to feel very tight and uncomfortable.

DO take advantage of our complimentary jewelry cleanings & inspections:

You would be shocked at the damage and debris that can accumulate through everyday wear, which is why we recommend you come in at least twice a year for a thorough cleaning and inspection of your jewelry. We look for loose stones, broken prongs, and dirt dulling your shine and posing a threat to your jewelry’s integrity.

DON'T “decorate the drawer:”

Put your jewelry on! Wear it! Enjoy it! Worrying about if you have enough storage for your collection leaves your diamonds in the dark. Or maybe you have family heirlooms that just aren’t your style? Those memories deserve a new life outside of the jewelry drawer with a professional jewelry makeover! Memories are made when your jewelry is worn, so don’t keep them boxed up; wear your pieces and let them shine!

Keep calm & shine on!

By following a few simple rules you can help prevent damage to your precious jewelry and memories, and keep them shining when it matters most! But if the consequences catch up with you, trust your local jewelers to evaluate, repair, and reinforce your treasures so they can live to shine another day.