Jewellery Care
Caring for Your Sterling Silver Jewellery
Sterling silver is made to be worn, loved, and lived in but like all beautiful things, it appreciates a little care now and then.
The good news? Looking after your sterling silver jewellery is wonderfully simple.
With a few easy habits, your Wild One Jewellery pieces will stay looking beautiful for years to come.
And yes, if your jewellery has gone a little dull or tarnished, don’t panic. That’s completely normal.
Sterling silver naturally reacts with air, moisture, skincare products, and everyday life. It doesn’t mean your jewellery is damaged, it just means it’s real silver doing what silver does.
Wear It Often (Honestly!)
This might sound surprising, but one of the best ways to care for sterling silver jewellery is to wear it regularly.
The natural oils in your skin can actually help slow tarnishing and keep your jewellery looking brighter.
So if you needed permission to wear your favourite necklace every day, this is it.
Store It Properly
When you’re not wearing your jewellery, keep it somewhere cool, dry, and away from humidity.
A jewellery box, soft pouch, or airtight bag works brilliantly.
Try to avoid leaving sterling silver jewellery:
• in steamy bathrooms
• on sunny windowsills
• loose in handbags
• tangled with other jewellery
A little storage care makes a big difference.
Keep It Away From Chemicals
Sterling silver and harsh chemicals are not friends.
It’s best to remove your jewellery before:
• swimming (especially chlorinated pools or hot tubs)
• cleaning
• applying perfume
• moisturising
• fake tanning
• hairspray
• showering
Basically: jewellery on after getting ready, not before.
How to Clean Sterling Silver Jewellery
If your sterling silver jewellery starts to lose its shine, a gentle clean usually brings it right back.
The easiest method?
Use a soft jewellery polishing cloth and gently buff the surface.
For textured or more detailed pieces, a very soft toothbrush can help reach smaller areas.
Avoid:
• paper towels
• abrasive cloths
• rough scrubbing
Silver is durable, but it still deserves kindness.
For More Stubborn Tarnish
If your jewellery needs a deeper clean:
1. Fill a bowl with warm (not boiling) water
2. Add a small drop of mild washing-up liquid
3. Let the jewellery soak briefly
4. Gently clean with a soft toothbrush
5. Rinse thoroughly
Dry completely with a soft clean cloth
The important bit?
Make sure it’s fully dry before storing it away.
Moisture encourages tarnish.
A Quick Note About Tarnish
Tarnish is completely normal with sterling silver.
It doesn’t mean your jewellery is poor quality, damaged, or “going bad.”
Sterling silver naturally reacts with oxygen and moisture over time.
Some people love the softer, aged patina silver develops.
Others prefer a bright polished finish.
Either way is absolutely fine—it’s personal preference.
Wild One Jewellery Care Tip
Nature lovers, dog walkers, sea dippers, gardeners, swimmers, makers, mums, adventurers, (so, basically most of us), your jewellery is going to experience life.
That’s exactly what it’s made for.
A little occasional care is all it needs.
Need Help?
If you’re unsure how to care for your Wild One Jewellery piece, or something needs a little extra attention, just get in touch.
I’m always happy to help.
Basically: jewellery on after getting ready, not before.