How to Store Gold Plated Jewellery (So It Doesn’t Tarnish in a Week)

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September 2, 2025

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^{Hey babe — it’s Sarah here, and I’ve got a shiny little truth bomb for you:

You might be ruining your favourite jewellery… without even realising it.}

^{Yep. I said it.}

^{Because I used to do the exact same thing.}

So.. Let's Start Simple..

Why Does Jewellery Tarnish?

Back in the day, I had all my prettiest pieces laid out on jewellery hangers and trinket dishes — on full display like some Pinterest queen. It looked lush… until everything started looking dull.

There are a few key things that can cause your jewellery to tarnish.

✨ Exposure to sunlight, moisture, and air

✨ Chemicals like oxygen and sulphur in the atmosphere

✨ Humidity (especially in places like your bathroom!)

All these speed up oxidisation, which causes gold-plated jewellery and sterling silver to tarnish or discolour way faster than they should.

So How Do I Store My Jewellery to Prevent Tarnishing?

Since learning the science-y stuff (aka the hard way), I’ve completely changed how I store my pieces.

Let me break it down for you - it makes such a difference:

✅ Store in a jewellery pouch or box

I use zip pouches or closed containers (Stackers do fab ones!) to keep air out and moisture away. It’s hands down the best way to store gold-plated jewellery.

✅ Keep it dry

Moisture is a killer. Never store your jewellery in the bathroom, and always take it off before showering, swimming, or moisturising.

✅ Avoid open-air displays

I still use my cute dishes as a landing pad at the end of the day (when I can’t be bothered), but everything gets moved to a proper jewellery box the next morning.

✅ Clean it regularly

Use a soft cloth to gently wipe down your pieces — especially after wearing them out all day.

Gold Jewellery Storage Tips That Actually Work

Here’s your quick-reference cheat sheet:

• Use airtight jewellery boxes or anti-tarnish pouches

• Keep away from sunlight, steam, or bathroom storage

• Remove jewellery before applying lotions, perfumes or hair products

• Don’t sleep in it — your chains will thank you

• Avoid stacking delicate pieces together (tangles = sad times)

Jewellery care tips every woman needs to know

If you’re wearing affordable gold-plated jewellery — like the kind we handmake here at Razzle + Rose — proper storage is key to keeping that shine alive.

You don’t need expensive gadgets or storage kits. Just a bit of know-how, a cute little pouch, and a sprinkle of care 💫

Ready to treat your jewellery like the treasure it is?

We put so much love into making your pieces feel luxe, personal, and totally you — let’s keep them looking gorgeous for the long haul.

And hey — if you didn’t know this stuff already? Don’t stress. Most people don’t.

But now you do 😏

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