Article: Regalrose: The Complete Care Guide for Gothic Demi-fine Jewellery
Regalrose: The Complete Care Guide for Gothic Demi-fine Jewellery
For 17 years, Regalrose has been building something truly worth believing in... a trusted name in alternative demi-fine jewellery and accessories, rooted in quality and driven by design that dares to be different.
Founded and based in London, Regalrose blends eras past with a modern Gothic sensibility - dark, dreamy, & always intentional. We're known for creating distinctive, quality demi-fine jewellery, and designs that tell a story, always striving to offer quality pieces that blend signature design with a more refined finish.
We offer a wide range of jewellery designed for layering, styling, and self-expression across every collection. From rings, necklaces, earrings, and bracelets to ear stacks, chains, and statement pieces. Signature designs such as the Sacrarium Cathedral Ring showcase our distinctive DNA through symbolic detailing, Gothic influences, celestial motifs, and intricate sculptural forms.
As part of the Regalrose brand ethos, designs are made to last and with a little extra care you'll get longer out of your most loved designs, below is the ultimate guide on how to care for your Regalrose adornments.
Recycled 925 Sterling Silver is the most popular material that Regalrose uses, with its classic gothic look and easy to wear colour. 925 Sterling Silver is a soft metal and should be worn with care. As the softest of all precious metals, it can easily pick up scratches and signs of wear - this is perfectly normal and all part of the life cycle of your jewellery.
When caring for your 925 Sterling Silver pieces we advise:
- It’s always best to slip your jewellery off if you’re doing anything particularly hands on.
- If your Sterling Silver pieces are looking a little discoloured, use a silver polishing cloth to gently buff the surface to restore your piece back to its original state. All 925 Sterling Silver orders come with a FREE polishing cloth to keep your silver shining for longer.
- Do not use paper towels or tissues to polish your silver as they contain fibres that can scratch the metal.
- Avoid contact with harsh chemicals (cleaning products / chlorine etc) while wearing Sterling Silver jewellery, this can result in the silver reacting with the chemical causing considerable discolouration.
- Salt water is extremely corrosive to 925 Sterling Silver pieces, always remove jewellery before entering the sea.
- To retain your jewellery's original shine, it is best to avoid contact with chemicals, swimming pools, hot tubs and salt water.
You can find 925 Sterling Silver in the below Regalrose designs;
For those who love the Silver look but want heavier, chunkier designs or are looking for a slightly lower price point we have Sterling Silver plated Brass designs.
Many Regalrose designs are Sterling Silver Plated and due to the delicate nature of silver plating, these items require extra care to prevent the plating from fading over time. Exposure to air naturally tarnishes plating over time so when these designs are not being worn, store your plated jewellery in an airtight bag or container, out of direct sunlight. Your own body chemistry can be harsh on plated jewellery. Everyone’s chemistry is different, some people have a lower pH level than others. Depending on the individual, it’s not uncommon for chemicals perspired through the pores of the skin to cause plated jewellery to tarnish and discolour.
Plated jewellery needs to be kept dry.
- Avoid contact with water, hand sanitiser, lotions, perfumes and soaps. These chemicals can strip the plating from the surface of the jewellery.
- If you notice your plated pieces looking a bit dull, use a silver polishing cloth to gently buff the surface, don’t use too much force as this can damage the plating! All Sterling Silver plated Brass orders come with a FREE polishing cloth to keep your silver shining for longer.
- Do not use paper towels or tissues to polish your jewellery as they contain fibres that can scratch the metal.
Regalrose Sterling Silver plated Brass designs include:
Gold Vermeil is one of the more luxurious finishes we use in our designs.
Vermeil is thicker than a standard layer of gold plating with 2.5 microns of gold plated on top of 925 Sterling Silver, meaning Vermeil will last longer than standard gold plating.
This being said, it remains advisable to avoid liquids and chemicals to prolong the life of your Vermeil piece.
We recommend giving your jewellery a gentle polish with a lint free flannel, microfiber or other soft non abrasive cloth.
When not being worn, ensure any chemicals or moisture on the jewellery has been thoroughly removed before storing in an airtight container away from sunlight.
You can find Gold Vermeil in these designs to name a few:
Our most popular gold finish is 18k Gold plated Sterling Silver.
Gold plated silver uses sterling silver as its core material, making it a higher-value option that is more durable than plated brass. Gold plated silver is typically considered a more elevated jewellery option due to the precious metal beneath the plating and its longer-lasting quality.
Due to the delicate nature of gold plating, these items require extra care to prevent the plating from fading over time. Exposure to air naturally tarnishes plating over time; therefore when not being worn, store your plated jewellery in an airtight bag or container, out of direct sunlight. Your own body chemistry can be harsh on plated jewellery; depending on the individual, it’s not uncommon for chemicals perspired through the pores of the skin to cause plated jewellery to tarnish and discolour.
Plated jewellery needs to be kept dry.
- Avoid contact with water, hand sanitiser, lotions, perfumes and soaps. These chemicals can strip the plating from the surface of the jewellery.
- Try a lint-free flannel, microfibre or other soft non-abrasive cloth to clean your pieces.
- Do not use paper towels or tissues to polish your jewellery as they contain fibres that can scratch the metal.
Regalrose 18k Gold plated Sterling Silver designs include:
If you are seeking our signature gold design but need a more affordable option, we also offer a wider range of designs made with 18k Gold plated Brass.
Gold plated brass uses brass as the base metal, which allows for more accessible price points and bold fashion-led designs.
Due to the delicate nature of gold plating, these items require extra care to prevent the plating from fading over time. Exposure to air naturally tarnishes plating over time, therefore when not being worn, store your plated jewellery in an airtight bag or container, out of direct sunlight. Your own body chemistry can be harsh on plated jewellery, depending on the individual, it’s not uncommon for chemicals perspired through the pores of the skin to cause plated jewellery to tarnish and discolour.
Plated jewellery needs to be kept dry.
- Avoid contact with water, hand sanitiser, lotions, perfumes and soaps. These chemicals can strip the plating from the surface of the jewellery.
- Try a lint-free flannel, microfibre or other soft non-abrasive cloth to clean your pieces.
- Do not use paper towels or tissues to polish your jewellery as they contain fibres that can scratch the metal.
Our 18k Gold Plated Brass pieces include:
Titanium
We do offer a small selection of Titanium designs.
Titanium is a durable, non-tarnishing metal that offers excellent longevity with minimal maintenance. However, while titanium is notably tough and resilient, it can still pick up scratches over time like all metals - this is perfectly normal and part of the natural wear process.
Due to its hardness, titanium may scratch softer metals, so be mindful when storing your pieces together. Should your titanium jewellery need cleaning, simply use a soft cloth. If it gets wet, ensure it's dried thoroughly afterwards.
Our Titanium pieces include:
In order to keep your jewellery in its best condition, we recommend keeping your designs in the muslin bags they arrive in, out of direct sunlight, or you can keep your jewellery in one of our Ring Coffin Boxes or Jewellery Cabinet.