It’s August, which means that festival season is already underway. But don’t worry, it’s not too late to get your accessories in order
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How To Clean Nomination Bracelets [with everyday ingredients]
Caring for your Nomination charm bracelet will help keep it looking just as beautiful as the day you got it, and it’s far more straightforward than you might think. You don’t need anything too fancy or technical, just a few household items and ingredients. Here at Joshua James Jewellery, we pride ourselves on our extensive range of stunning Nomination jewellery and we want to help you take care of your purchases, so we’ve done the research so you don’t have to. There are many answers on how to clean Nomination bracelets; whether they hold beautiful precious metals, stones and materials or they’re simple stainless steel, there are particular ways to…
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How to Clean Swarovski Crystals: The Ultimate Care Guide
Swarovski crystals are beautiful things. Beautiful, yet delicate. If you’re the lucky owner of a piece of Swarovski jewellery or a Swarovski crystal figurine, you’ll want to know how to keep it in pristine condition. Each crystal is individually set and the metals are delicately plated, which means you’ll need to take special care when wearing, cleaning, handling and storing your Swarovski crystals. We’ve put together a simple guide on how to clean Swarovski crystal jewellery and crystal figurines to help you keep your crystals in sparkling condition for years to come. Cleaning Swarovski Crystals What are Swarovski crystals? Swarovski crystal is made from a form of glass that’s specially…
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Fake Earrings? 10 Top Tips on How To Spot Fake Jewellery
You’ve found the new jewellery piece of your dreams — but how can you be sure that it’s real? Fake jewellery is on the rise, with knockoff pieces often appearing to look as good as the real thing. However, it’s true what they say; if you buy cheap, you buy twice! A fake diamond necklace may look great to begin with, but after a while, the cracks will definitely begin to show. Shopping online or shopping vintage opens you up to being caught out by fakes, with scammers trying their luck online or with old costume jewellery getting mixed in with genuine vintage pieces. If you have any doubts about…
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Jewellery To Wear With The 7 Wedding Dress Trends Of 2017
It’s supposedly the biggest and happiest day of your life – on your wedding day you obviously you want to look your absolute best! With so many different styles out there, it can be difficult pinning down exactly what you want in your dream wedding dress, much less how you’re going to accessorise it once you’ve found it! At Joshua James, we thought we’d lend a hand. Following Bridal Fashion Week we’ve scoped out seven of the hottest wedding dress trends for 2017, along with some tips on finding the perfect jewellery to complete your look. A splash of colour Wedding dress trends have long been straying away from the…
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Prom Jewellery Style Ideas
It’s time to start thinking about that special night! Prom is just around the corner and at Joshua James, we can’t wait to see what you’re all going to be wearing this year. To give you a little bit of inspiration, we’ve asked our prom experts to round up some of the must have trends, including the best dress styles, accessories and tips to ensure you have a magical night. Whether you’re going full glitz and glam, keeping things sleek and sophisticated or using your prom as an excuse to go wild and show your flair for alternative fashion, we’re here to help ( and make sure you find the…
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How To Find Your Ring Size
Here at Joshua James, we offer a range of stunning rings from the likes of Swarovski, Thomas Sabo, Nomination and our very own brand, the Joshua James Collection. We want to make sure you find the perfect design for you or a loved one and this includes offering a vast array of styles as well as help and advice on finding the right fit. Our rings come in a number of sizes, but finding one that fits will make sure your chosen style fits comfortably on your finger. How To Measure Your Finger To find your measurements, wrap a soft measuring tape around the finger which you want to place…
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Looking After Your New Jewellery
If you were lucky enough to have received some new jewellery for Christmas, then perhaps you are looking for ways to keep your new piece in tip-top condition. Looking after your jewellery can prolong the life of your gifts, whether it’s sterling silver, crystal or gold, you can help to keep your jewellery looking like new with the right care and cleaning. We know that gifted jewellery has a lot of sentimental value, so we understand you want to make sure your precious pieces are cared for and last a lifetime. Continue reading for our top new jewellery care tips, as well as a look into our jewellery cleaner ultrasonic…
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How to Make Your Own Charm Bracelet
Whether you are looking for a gift for someone special or a stylish accessory for yourself, a charm bracelet is a perfect option if you’re considering a piece of jewellery. Charm bracelets, like the name suggests, are bracelets that feature a number of charms, beads or links, often relating to special occasions or significant life events; resulting in a piece of jewellery that is individual to the wearer. Many often add star sign charms or age-related beads to their charm bracelets, as well as more trending designs. If you are searching for a gift for someone you love that already owns a charm bracelet, then a bead, link or charm…
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Wedding Traditions And Why We Do Them
Have you ever wondered why there are so many different parts to a wedding that have become a standard part of any big day? A lot of couples don’t even think about – it’s just the norm and automatically we choose to make the same choices as our friends and family members with personalised variations throughout the day. That’s because weddings are full to the brim of traditions that we no longer even question. In our society, weddings follow a certain structure and there are many rules that we feel we must follow to have the perfect day. But why? We have a look at a few wedding traditions and…