Jewellery Care and Ring Sizing
What is the best way to care for my new jewellery?
Fine jewellery is made to be worn, loved, and passed on. With the right care, your pieces will remain beautiful for many years to come.
At Anne-Michelle Jewellery, we work primarily in solid gold, diamonds, and precious gemstones. These materials are chosen for their strength and longevity, but like all fine jewellery, they still benefit from thoughtful care and regular maintenance.
Everyday care
We design our jewellery to be worn and enjoyed daily, but we recommend removing your pieces when:
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Exercising or playing sports
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Swimming in pools, hot tubs, or the sea
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Using household cleaning products
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Applying lotions, perfumes, or hairspray
Chemicals and hard knocks can damage both metal and stones over time.
Storing your jewellery
When not being worn, store your jewellery:
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In a soft pouch or lined jewellery box
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Separately from other pieces to avoid scratching
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Away from extreme heat or humidity
Diamonds can scratch other gemstones and even metal surfaces, so it’s best to keep pieces apart.
Cleaning at home
To keep your jewellery looking its best:
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Soak the piece in warm water with a small amount of mild washing-up liquid.
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Gently clean with a soft toothbrush, especially behind settings where dirt can build up.
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Rinse in clean water and dry with a soft, lint-free cloth.
Avoid harsh chemicals, ultrasonic cleaners, or abrasive materials unless advised.
Professional cleaning & maintenance
We recommend having your jewellery professionally checked and cleaned from time to time, especially for engagement rings that are worn every day.
With every engagement and wedding ring purchase, you will receive a complimentary professional cleaning service before your wedding day, so your ring looks its absolute best for the occasion.
We are always happy to advise on cleaning, resizing, or repairs where possible.
How Do I know which ring size to order?
Knowing which ring size to order is essential to getting the perfect fit, but it can be tricky to know the right size when ordering online where you don't have the option of trying rings on. We've taken the guessing out of it and will send you a ring sizer ahead of your purchase so that you can shop with confidence from our beautiful collections. To order ring sizer, please get in touch with your shipping address via our contact page.
Once you know your ring size, you can use the international conversion chart to easily convert your ring size and find the corresponding size & sizing system used by your specific country.
In the United Kingdom we use the alphabetical system which is also shared by Ireland, Australia, South Africa and many other countries around the world.
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If your ring is a wide band (4mm+), you may need ½ size larger for comfort.
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Fingers can change size with temperature (often smaller when cold, larger when warm).
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For a surprise proposal, we can help you estimate sizing—email us at info@anne-michelle.co.uk.
