Why Brass Changes Over Time

This is simply the nature of the material, not a flaw. Brass reacts to the air and moisture around it, and over time that reaction, oxidation, develops a thin layer on the surface. This patina is often part of the appeal, lending each piece a distinctive, vintage character that develops uniquely over time. Proper care helps the plating hold its shine well over time.

A few ways to slow it down:

• Take your jewelry off before showering, swimming, or working out. Water and sweat are the biggest accelerants of tarnish.
• Keep it away from perfume, lotion, hairspray, and other beauty products. The chemicals in these can wear down the plating faster than everyday air exposure ever will.
• Try to be the last thing you put on when getting ready, and the first thing you take off at the end of the day.

Cleaning

• Wipe your pieces down regularly with a  soft suede or microfiber cloth. This alone removes most of the oils, dirt, and residue that build up from daily wear.
• Use gentle pressure only. Brass plating is thin, and scrubbing too hard can wear it away.
• If a cloth alone won't restore the shine, we recommend bringing the piece to a professional jeweler rather than using a polish or cleaning product at home.

Storage

• Store each piece in a cool, dry spot, away from direct sunlight and humidity.
• Keep items separated rather than piled together, so they don't scratch each other or tangle.
• Every order from us comes with a complimentary airtight storage bag, this is genuinely the best way to protect your jewelry between wears, since it limits the piece's exposure to air and moisture, the two things that speed up tarnishing the most.