JEWELRY CARE TIPS

BECOME AN EXPERT AT HOW TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR JEWELRY 

It's a new year and a perfect time for new beginnings. Every New Year most of us come up with new resolutions that are hard to achieve only to break our promises to ourselves. Here we have a suggestion as a New Year's resolution that is realistic, very easy to accomplish and greatly helpful for your fashion statements: How to keep your jewelry beautiful and sparkly like the day you got it!

KEEP YOUR JEWELRY HEALTY

Don't spray perfume or hairspray on your pearls. Perfume is the biggest enemy of pearls. It would strip the outer layer on the pearls where all the luster is. When you put on any kind of fragrance, be sure that it dries completely before you put your pearl jewelry on, and if possible, try to avoid the areas where your pearls will be touching.  

Diamond jewelry, especially the delicate settings needs to be taken care of differently than plain pieces without stones. Due to regular wear and tear, prongs get slightly shifted or pave beads get bent,  causing diamonds to become loose. Best way to make sure the security of the diamonds is to get them checked by a good jeweler every 6 months. At OKG Jewelry we offer free cleaning and prong tightening for items that are purchased from our store. We also give full repair and jewelry check service for any kind of precious, semi-precious jewelry. We have an onsite setter and a master jeweler, also a great watch repairman in our second location. You are more than welcome to stop by and get your jewelry cleaned. It's on the house! 

If you are a gym person, please do yourself a huge favor and don't work out while you have your jewelry on. Whether it is lifting dumbbells, or some tough workout, you can easily damage your delicate jewelry without even noticing. 

Always hold your engagement ring from the sides while putting it on or taking it off. Never push and pull by holding the center stone. This way you don't shift the prongs in time and you would also keep your diamond free of fingerprints. 

Don't do this! 

KEEP IT CLEAN AND SPARKLY

Jewelry and diamonds lose their shine quickly after purchasing due to regular wear. However there are a few super easy to follow tips that would keep your jewelry beautifully clean and shiny!

Don't take a shower while wearing your jewelry. The soap and steam leaves a residue and your diamonds would lose their sparkle until you clean it very well. 

Put your hand or body cream before you put on your jewelry. Certain house cleaning products also may damage your jewelry or leave soap scum on the gemstones at the very least. 

Try not to sleep with your jewelry on. Especially if it is a bracelet, since this causes the links to stretch and weaken, possibly causing them to break and fall.

If you have the green thumb, it is great for your front yard but not so much for your rings! Besides the fact that soil can get stuck in the tiny crevices of the jewelry while gardening, we also had customers losing their rings when working in the garden. 

One customer actually came to replace the pendant she lost during planting flowers and a year later she found the pendant wrapped up on the rose bush that finally grew and brought it out of the ground. True story!

CLEAN IT GENTLY

You can actually clean your fine jewelry at home. This would never be close to professional cleaning jewelry stores do with ultrasonic cleaning systems and powerful steams, but it still helps. If your jewelry is made of gold/platinum and diamonds, you can soak them in a solution containing 1 part ammonia and 6 parts warm water. The jewelry can soak in there for about half hour. Afterwards you can brush them with a soft toothbrush and rinse it under water. Do not use soap since it leaves a residue. And never use this solution for pearls, gemstones or custom jewelry since the chemicals might permanently damage the jewelry. 

KEEP IT SAFE 

Now the rule is: Always take off your jewelry while working on something messy, before workout or shower. However if you are away from home (i.e. on vacation) never take off your jewelry, since it can easily get lost or even stolen. 

If you don't want to be away from your bling A lot of our customers have a silver/CZ replica of their bridal jewelry to wear while on the beach or at the gym. 

Insure your valuable jewelry. At OKG Jewelry we give free appraisal for all the jewelry purchased from us. We also give additional appraisal service for jewelry that is not from our stock. 

When you take off your jewelry, always put it in the same spot and preferably in a box or a pouch where they don't rub against each other and get scratched. If it is a ring, it is best to keep it in its own box. 

BRIDAL PARTY JEWELRY 

Shopping For Bridal Party Jewelry For a "Glam" Wedding. 

So you've already picked the wedding dress of your dreams and selected your bridesmaids' dresses. They like the design and material. Now the next step is to reach the "picture perfect" level by finding the best piece of jewelry (or jewelry set) to match with the dresses. Jewelry is one of the most important accessory to complete your ensemble. If you have a "glam theme wedding" or even a Hollywood Regency Theme Wedding you will need to add lots of sparkle, while keeping the whole look very elegant. Let us make you shine on your special day with the best jewelry sets.

It completely makes sense to consider the "diamond" look for an elegant and luxurious wedding. Of course diamonds usually mean "breaking the bank" which is the last thing you need during wedding planning, since weddings always come with extra expenses and by the time all the preparations are done, you will most likely be over-budget. You will need every penny you can save during this time. 

Crystal jewelry for the bride and bridesmaids are a good idea and gives you a lot of bling, however this type of jewelry is usually very poorly made, despite it's glistening appearance. The crystals are glued at best of times (even famous Brands, specialized in crystal jewelry, glue their crystals) into stainless steel or led free alloys which fall apart with a few wears.  A lot of customers walk in to our store for crystal costume jewelry repair. Usually the repair costs almost as much as what the customer paid for the jewelry. 

Our beautiful Bridal Party Jewelry is of extreme high quality, hand crafted solid sterling silver and individually set Cubic Zirconias, yet very affordable. 

We believe that the most meaningful way to show your appreciation to your bridesmaids, for their loving friendship and being a part of your wedding is by offering them a beautiful piece of Bridesmaid Jewelry they will cherish a life-time. Moreover they will look absolutely stunning!  

Getting high-end replicas is perfectly fine. Trust me! Nobody will know, especially once you pair it with your diamond wedding band and gorgeous wedding dress and elegant bridesmaids dresses. 

One thing not to forget: Quality lasts a lifetime!

Chandelier earrings are fabulous statement pieces that would compliment a beaded gown or a strapless, open shoulder dress. 

You can easily add the "princess factor" by wearing an eye-appealing  piece of silver/cz  pendant. 

It would look perfect with a flowing feminine gown. 

Here are the matching earrings. This is an irresistible combination of pure glamour and sparkle. 

Hey, everyone needs a good pair of chandelier earrings!

These kind of earrings allow an individual to bolster their look for an evening, a week or for all time. 

Here is a very substantial lace look. These earrings are so flexible and dynamic, almost like "French Guipure". You have to "feel" it to believe it!

This particular pair has a deco vibe with the addition of black diamond-like "Gatsby" look 

 Gold hues are perfect for colored brodesmaid dresses, especially the ones in golde, copper or jewel tones 

Here is a beautiful clover-like look with pave set cubic zirconias and beaded bezel. 

The chain is attached from both sides of the pendant to eliminate the "bail" look and keep it closer to the neck for dresses with a small neck opening. 

Here is a "station" version of the clover necklace in sterling silver with a fashionable black rhodium finish.  

A very simple circle pendant with a big impact. 

You can never go wrong with this style. It is appropriate for every age and matches all kinds of outfits and personalities. 

With its black Rhodium center, there is a certain charm embodied in the rhythmic flow of this style. 

The small circle dangling on the chain is a very well thought artistic touch. 

For bridesmaids, we have these super affordable silver weave bracelets with pave set CZs. 

 They are classic as well as fashion forward. 

Here is how they look on the wrist. 

SILVER WITH GENUINE DIAMONDS 

Here are some very unique styles made with gold over sterling silver and diamonds as well as gemstone. They have a certain je ne sais quoi to them that is essentially "bohemian couture" 

This pair has a very distinct ethnic personality.


This type of jewelry is entertainingly collectible

 Here is another absolutely luscious emerald pair with Indian accents to it. 

 If you are into the vintage look, this bracelet is a perfect choice with rose cut diamonds in antiqued bezel setting. 

This is a bracelet that you can wear a lifetime, even pass it to your grandchildren! 

Come check our succulent collection of silver-cz luxury collection. We are sure without the shadow of a doubt that you will not regret it!! 

GLAMOROUS IN SILVER

How To Get a Red Carpet Look with Silver Jewelry 

Have you ever seen a celebrity wearing a pair of showstopper and you heart dropped wishing you could also wear a similar style without re-mortgaging your house? 

We have just the collection for you!! 

Double Teardrop chandelier earrings.  

Diamond like chandelier earrings, hand crafted in solid 925 sterling silver with white gold overlay, containing simulated diamond stones/CZ (cubic zirconia) and simulated tanzanites in pave and prong setting in a teardrop pattern. 

                                          These earrings are Academy Awards worthy!

Emerald Dream Chandeliers

These earrings are like from a Middle Eastern fairy tale. They are hand-made in sterling silver with beautiful lacy filigree style, containing "french pave" set, round, simulated diamonds / CZ and emerald green quartz in cabochon shape. 

Very light and substantial at the same time!  

Gatsby Style Leaf Earrings 

These earrings are a piece of art with their romantic art-deco style 

This high-end chandelier design is  hand-made in solid 925 sterling silver with white gold overlay, containing simulated diamond stones/CZ and simulated sapphires/emeralds pave and prong set in a leafy pattern.

Perfect for a special occasion...

...or maybe Emmy Awards! 

Spiky Teardrop Dangling Earrings 

Amazing diamond-like chandelier earrings, hand crafted in solid 925 sterling silver with white gold overlay, containing simulated diamond stones/CZ and simulated tanzanites in pave and prong setting in a spikey teardrop pattern. 

What a beautiful way to make a statement! 

 Bridal Muti-Tier Earrings 

Hand crafted in solid 925 sterling silver with white gold overlay, containing simulated diamond stones/CZ in pave and prong setting in a circles pattern. 

They are similar in concept to these gorgeous earrings Sophia Vergara wore. 

They are very elegant and stylish...They could even be worn as bridal earrings. 

Icy Lace Earrings 

Amazingly beautiful diamond like chandelier earrings, hand crafted in solid 925 sterling silver with white gold overlay, containing simulated diamond stones/CZ and simulated tanzanites in pave and prong setting in a lace pattern. 

 There is a heart-like design on top to ad a romantic touch. 

Emerald Candy Drops 

Amazingly vivid emerald green chandelier earrings, hand crafted in solid 925 sterling silver with white gold overlay, containing simulated diamond stones/CZ and emerald green quartz in pave and prong setting in a filigree halo style.

Green is very popular on the red carpet! 

 Here is another one worn by 

Here is something very similar and beautiful

These gorgeous earrings from La Costa Collection are hand crafted in 925 Sterling Silver with 6 natural green Calcites and black and white Swarowski Crystals that are individually controlled by a certified De Beers Jeweler. Push Backs, The length of each earring is about 3 1/8"

Come check out these amazing styles at our Little Neck, NY showroom.