Style Guides

Conor McGregor's Necklace: The Story Behind the Crowned Lion

Conor McGregor wore a lion pendant for years, so our founder made him a custom, engraved solid gold one. Here's the story behind his crowned lion necklace, what it means, and what he wears now.

How to Tell if Gold Is Real: 7 Tests, and What CRAFTD Uses

Is your gold real, and what does real even mean? Here's how to read the stamps, which home tests work and which don't, how to spot plating, and exactly what gold we use.

Does Gold Tarnish? Solid, Plated and Vermeil Gold Explained

Pure gold doesn't tarnish, so why does so much gold jewellery fade? Here's what's really happening with solid, plated and vermeil gold, how to tell which you own, and how to keep it bright.

How to Store Necklaces: The Best Way to Keep Chains Safe and Untangled

Most tangles, scratches and tarnish happen while a necklace is put away, not while you're wearing it. Here's the best way to store every kind of chain, at home and when you travel.

Does Silver Tarnish? What It Means and What It Doesn't

Yes, sterling silver tarnishes, and it's supposed to. Here's why it happens, which metals tarnish and which can't, how fast to expect it, and why tarnish proves nothing about whether silver is real.

Can Gold-Plated Jewellery Get Wet? Showers, Pools and the Sea

Can you shower in gold-plated jewellery, or swim in it? It depends on what's under the gold. Here's how each common metal handles showers, pools and the sea, and exactly where our own pieces stand.

Types of Earrings for Men: Every Style, and How to Wear It

Studs, hoops, huggies or a charm hoop? Here's every type of men's earring explained, which ear to wear it in, whether to wear one or two, and how to pick your first pair.

Parts of a Necklace: Every Part Explained, From Clasp to Bail

What is the thing that holds a pendant called? And the bit at the back? Here's every part of a necklace, from clasp to bail, what each one does and why it matters when you buy.

Coloured Pearls: What Makes Pearls Different Colours?

Not every pearl is white. Pearls grow naturally in pink, gold, grey and black, and some colours are dyed. Here's what gives a pearl its colour, and how to tell the difference.

How to Clean Pearls and Care for Them the Right Way

How do you clean pearls without damaging them? A soft cloth does most of the work. Here's how to clean, store and wear real pearls, and the things that ruin them.