Wednesday, April 16, 2014

Rhinestone Jewelry Pieces Can Sparkle Beautifully With Proper Care

By Anita Ortega


It's no secret that putting on the right fashion accessories is very important each and every time. For instance, rhinestone jewelry pieces can make even ordinary clothes become worthy of everyone's attention. Using these sparkling items enables women to grab lots of attention when necessary, such as during a beauty contest or a dance performance before a crowd.


Commonly, they are cheaper than the so-called fine jewelry because of the materials involved in their making. Metal parts that look like gleaming gold or sterling silver are simply plated to dazzle. It's important to keep them from being scratched or getting wet to make sure that the eye-catching sheen they possess can really impress and last for a very long time.

The featured rhinestones can be considered as the centerpieces of these fashion accessories. This isn't surprising as ornaments that closely resemble diamonds and many other gemstone types that shine can instantly make any woman stand out from the rest. Available in a variety of colors, shapes and faceting, rhinestones can add excitement to clothes right away.

Caring for rhinestones properly is important in order to maintain their inherent splendor for a long time. Since they are usually made of glass or acrylic, rhinestones are very much susceptible to ending up with scratches. This is especially true if they are handled roughly. If you're not careful, those sparkly bits may end up loose and fall off ultimately.

Large pieces or sets are often given to you by the vendor in boxes. Don't throw them away because they can serve as excellent storage spaces most especially if you have no more room left in your jewelry organizer. These boxes save your investments from ending up dusty. Commonly lined with foam, you can bet that your accessories are protected from scratches.

Speaking of which, scratches are less likely to occur if accessories are stored separately. Although it's true that rhinestones look just like diamonds, the fact is they're not as practically indestructible as those pricey gemstones. However, it doesn't mean that they are not durable at all. Still you should do your best to keep rhinestones from bumping or rubbing against one another, or coming into contact with keys, coins, clips and other metal items. Opt for organizers with plenty of compartments. Always remember to store your items away from the sun as well as appliances that produce heat.

Most owners of these dazzling accessories usually have to move from place to place, depending on where beauty contests are held or dance routines have to be performed. It's recommended to have these items stashed inside their own pouches during the travel to keep them out of harm's way. They need to be treated very well so that they may carry out their duties.

Wiping off the surface with a soft, dry cloth most especially after wearing these accessories is good practice. Tough grease and stains on rhinestones can be removed using cotton ear buds with a drop or two or rubbing alcohol. Women should refrain from soaking these items in water as the foil at the back of each rhinestone may get damaged, taking away the sparkle.




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