Costume jewelry: which jewels are water-resistant?

Which jewelry materials are water-resistant?

Summer is our favorite season for wearing our favorite jewelry. Gold enhances our tan, colorful pearls add pep and playfulness to our outfits, and accumulations of lucky charms around our necks or on our wrists give us a bohemian air... We can let loose, invent and reinvent ourselves with a rock look, XXL ornaments and regressive necklaces!
Yes, but here's the thing: between the chlorine in pool water, the salt in the sea, sun creams, sand, heat and the acidity of your skin when you sweat, you can't spare your favorite jewels! They could tarnish or even deteriorate.

Whether you prefer gold or silver, watch out for the plating on your jewelry! It may not resist contact with water. And it's not much better for gemstones, some of which are more sensitive than others.
With salt and chlorine, 925 silver jewelry can also tarnish or even turn black. If you're going to be in the water all day, or on a regular basis, it's much easier for them to deteriorate.
That's why we strongly recommend you remove your jewelry before swimming or lounging on your deckchair.

What's wrong? Horrors! Should we do without necklaces, earrings, rings or bracelets for the whole summer?
No, rest assured! You can still wear your jewelry on the beach this summer: you just have to choose the right ones, some of which are more suitable and more resistant. But which ones? Here's a quick roundup of risk-free costume jewelry.

The featured tutorial is this one: Cauri necklace.

1. Brazilian bracelets

Brazilian bracelets are a must-have accessory for summer. Easy to make, they're perfect for young and old, men and women alike.
And the reason they're at the top of our list is that they're fearless. You can go swimming, take a walk on the beach or go on an excursion without them suffering.
Of course, this colorful cotton thread bracelet will eventually break due to wear and tear, but that won't be for a while. At that point, the wish you made when you tied the bracelet around your wrist is bound to come true.

What's more, making Brazilian bracelets is an ultra-creative, space-saving activity to be enjoyed... even on the beach. To create a unique piece of jewelry, take a look at our ideas for customizing friendship bracelets. You'll be able to create an original piece of costume jewelry at an affordable price.

2. Stainless steel jewelry

When it comes to stainless steel jewelry, one question always comes up: can you wash stainless steel jewelry? The answer is yes!
Champions of all categories, stainless steel jewelry has the reputation of being hypoallergenic, more resistant to time, oxidation and corrosion than other jewelry. Stainless steel is also resistant to seawater and pool chlorine. Ideally, you should rinse them thoroughly in clear water after swimming to prolong their shine.
Choose raw stainless steel jewelry or PVD-coatedgold-plated stainless steel jewelry. Beware, however, of the quality of your steel: some stainless steels are more resistant than others, and will tend to tarnish or blacken with prolonged and too often repeated contact with water. To find out more about the different steels used in jewelry, visit our practical information sheet.

3. Pearl jewelry

Pearl jewelry, such as cultured pearls, Heishi pearls, resin pearls, glass pearls, Miyuki Duracoat pearls and Bohemian glass pearls, can afford anything. Seawater won't affect their quality.
With their different shapes, colors and effects, you can let your imagination run wild to create magnificent, trendy jewelry.
Heishi jewelry will undoubtedly be the king of the beach, provided your round pearls are made of shell or synthetic materials. In this case, there's no limit to the number of surfer necklaces you can make for your man, your children or yourself!

4. Shell jewelry

Genuineshell jewelry is seawater-resistant. When you think about it, that's where they come from.
In earrings, necklaces, bracelets or anklets, cowrie shells or spiral shells allow us to create an original look. We love their shape and iridescent color on our bohemian jewelry.
Seashells, like theeye of St. Lucia or theeye of Shiva, are perfect for making trendy lucky charms.

5. Macramé jewelry

Bathe fearlessly in macramé jewelry or micro macramé jewelry! They're made from waxed yarn, like Linhasita yarns, which are coated with a material that makes them strong, resistant and, above all, waterproof.
In summer, we like to show off our legs and wear pretty sandals, casual bare feet, comfortable flip-flops or elegant mules. This is the perfect time to make pretty micro macramé anklets to show off your little feet.