Love Your Silver Longer: Three Simple Rituals for Everyday Sparkle
We have all been there: you have just had a long, beautiful, or stressful day, and all you want to do is sink into your pillow. You love your Silver Rain hoops and flat backs because they are designed to be "set and forget", the kind of jewellery you never have to take off.
But occasionally, you might wake up and realise your hoop isn't "clicking" quite as securely as it used to, or your favourite ring looks a little sleepy. Before you panic, your jewellery isn't broken! Sterling silver is a beautiful, "living" metal. Because it is naturally soft and malleable, it can shift with the rhythm of your life.
To keep your treasures in tip-top shape, here are our favourite "Modern Romance" rituals to keep you sparkling.
Ritual 1: The "Gentle Adjustment"
We know the dream: putting on a pair of hoops and never taking them off again. Our jewellery is crafted for exactly that 24/7 comfort, but life happens. Whether it’s a restless night, a firm pillow, or accidentally catching a stud on a sweater in your gym bag, silver can bend under pressure.
If your hoop won't click shut, it just needs a tiny "wake-up call". Simply lift the post upwards with your finger just a tiny fraction of a millimetre until it snaps securely back into the clasp.
The Wonky Post: If a stud post arrives slightly bent or gets "wonky" after a long day, don't panic; it isn't a flaw, it's just a characteristic of high-quality silver. Use slow, steady pressure to gently bend it back into place with your fingers.
Ritual 2: The "Last On, First Off" Rule
We love a signature scent, but your silver doesn’t. Everyday chemicals found in perfumes, hairsprays, and lotions can dull your shine or wear down delicate 18ct gold plating. Make your jewellery the very last thing you put on in the morning and the first thing you take off at night.
Keep Gold & Rose Gold Dry: To keep your gold or rose gold-plated jewellery looking its best, please take it off before swimming, bathing, or showering. Because these are high-quality plated sterling silver items, they need to stay dry to preserve their beautiful finish.
Silver Care in the Water: While your solid sterling silver loves a splash in the shower, the damp humidity of a bathroom or the chlorine in a pool can lead to tarnishing and pitting over time.
The Post-Swim Rinse: If you do take an accidental dip in the sea, simply rinse your pieces in fresh water immediately and pat them dry with a soft cloth.
Safe Storage: When you aren't wearing your pieces, tuck them away in the Silver Rain bag provided with your order to keep them away from moisture and air.
Ritual 3: The "Polish & Restore"
Even the most loved jewellery needs a little spa day now and then. If your silver starts to look a little dull, a gentle rub with a silver polishing cloth will bring back that mirror-like shine. You can always purchase our silver polish cloth as an add-on item with your orders.
A Note on Gold & Rose Gold: If your plated pieces begin to fade, you can use a polishing cloth or even a bit of toothpaste to clean them. This will reveal the bright 925 sterling silver underneath. While it makes the piece shine again, remember that this will eventually wear away the gold layer, so use this ritual only when you're ready to embrace the silver underneath!
The Bottom Line
Sterling silver is meant to be lived in, and a little bit of maintenance is just a sign of a piece well-loved. By following these simple rituals, you ensure your Silver Rain treasures stay as beautiful as the day they arrived.
Jewellery should feel good, not something you have to worry about.