A little care before and after an event makes looking after fashion jewellery more manageable. The essentials are simple: keep it away from water and moisture, avoid direct contact with perfume and lotion, wipe it gently, and store it in a dry place.
This guide expands on the care reminders shown on House of Mani product pages. Fashion jewellery can use different base metals, decorative stones and finishes, so always follow any instructions supplied with your particular piece.
Put jewellery on after getting ready
Apply perfume, lotion and other beauty products before putting on your jewellery, and let them dry. Avoid spraying perfume directly onto necklaces or earrings, including when you are touching up during an event.
Handle pieces with clean, dry hands. When fastening a necklace, hold the fastening rather than pulling on decorative strands or stone settings. Take a moment to check that a clasp is closed before you leave.
Keep it away from water and moisture
Remove fashion jewellery before bathing, swimming or exercise. Take rings and bangles off before washing your hands or doing household tasks that may expose them to water or cleaning products. Our care reminders also recommend removing jewellery before sleeping.
Choose a dry place to set pieces down. A bathroom counter or a damp towel is not a good temporary resting place. If a piece becomes damp, gently blot it with a soft, dry cloth and allow it to dry fully before putting it away.
Use a soft, dry cloth after wearing
After an occasion, gently wipe the accessible surfaces with a soft, dry cloth. Work around decorative details carefully rather than rubbing hard, tugging bead strands or catching the cloth on a setting.
Do not assume a cleaning method intended for solid gold, silver or diamonds is suitable for fashion jewellery. Avoid soaking pieces, using toothpaste or abrasive powders, or applying a chemical cleaner unless the maker specifically recommends it for that design.
If dirt remains around a delicate setting, ask for guidance before trying a stronger cleaning method. Aggressive cleaning is not a reliable way to restore a finish.
Store each piece dry and separately
House of Mani’s care reminders recommend an airtight box. Make sure both the jewellery and its container are dry before closing it. Use separate compartments or individual soft pouches within your storage so that pieces do not rub against one another.
Lay necklaces so their strands are not tangled or pulled tight. Keep earring pairs together, with their posts and backs positioned so they are not pressed against another piece. Let a structured kada sit in its natural shape rather than forcing it into a small space.
Pack thoughtfully for travel
Keep each necklace or pair of earrings in its own compartment or pouch. Give raised motifs and drops enough room, and avoid packing heavy items directly on top of them. Keep jewellery away from toiletries that could leak inside a bag.
When you unpack, check that clasps, earring backs and decorative details are secure before wearing the pieces.
A quick routine to remember
- Before wearing: finish perfume and lotion, let them dry, then put jewellery on.
- During wear: avoid water and moisture; remove pieces before exercise and sleep.
- After wearing: gently wipe with a soft, dry cloth.
- Before storing: check that pieces are dry and keep them separately in an airtight box.
For care questions about a House of Mani piece, contact our team with the product name. You can also review individual designs in our necklace sets and earrings collections before choosing your next occasion look.
