There’s nothing more disappointing than reaching for your favourite piece of jewellery…
only to notice it looks dull, darker, or not quite the same anymore.

You didn’t wear it roughly.
You didn’t store it carelessly.
So why did it change?

The truth is, tarnishing isn’t about poor care or bad luck.
It’s science and once you understand it, jewellery suddenly makes a lot more sense.

Let’s break it down.

First Things First - What Is Tarnish?

Tarnish is a natural chemical reaction, not damage.

When certain metals are exposed to air, moisture, sweat, or everyday chemicals, they react
over time. This reaction creates a thin, dark layer on the surface that is what we call tarnish.

It doesn’t mean the jewellery is ruined.
It means the metal is responding to its environment.

Some metals react faster.
Some finishes protect better.
And some jewellery is designed to handle daily life more gracefully.

Why Precious Metals Tarnish?

Silver jewellery tarnishes because silver reacts with sulphur in the air.
That’s why silver darkens even when it’s stored carefully.

Gold, especially pure gold, doesn’t tarnish easily but pure gold is too soft for everyday
jewellery. That’s why it’s mixed with other metals, which can react over time.

So even precious jewellery isn’t immune.
It’s just worn less, so the change happens quietly.

Why Fashion Jewellery are best?

Fashion jewellery is made to be worn often, not locked away.
That means it meets what you need for everyday usage.

Things like:
• sweat
• humidity
• perfumes
• lotions
• daily friction

All of these can slowly affect the surface of jewellery.

But here’s the key difference:
Good fashion jewellery is designed to resist tarnish, not avoid life.

At Ornatique,all the fashion jewelleries have protective coatings, polished finishes, and
thoughtful plating techniques so your favourite pieces stay radiant longer which is designed for everyday wear.

The Role of Skin Chemistry

One of the biggest reasons jewellery tarnishes faster for some people than others is skin
chemistry.
Your natural body oils, sweat pH, and even hormones can affect how metal reacts. That’s
why:

• a ring stays shiny on one person
• but dulls faster on another

It’s not about quality alone.
It’s about chemistry.

That’s also why Ornatique focuses on skin-friendly finishes with lightweight pieces that sit
comfortably on your skin without aggressive reactions.

Everyday Habits That Affect Shine

Jewellery that stay with you always so your habits matter.

Things that speed up tarnishing:

• spraying perfume directly on jewellery
• wearing jewellery while showering or swimming
• storing pieces exposed to air and moisture

That’s why minimal pendants, earrings and everyday studs from Ornatique are designed to handle regular wear that enhance your beauty by not make you think about everyday wear and tear.

Because jewellery that’s loved daily deserves mindful moments too.

Why Some Jewellery Keeps Its Shine Longer?

It comes down to design and intention.

Jewellery that lasts longer usually has:
• quality base metals
• smooth, sealed surfaces
• balanced plating thickness
• protective finishing layers

At Ornatique, our every piece of jewellery is crafted to balance beauty with durability.

Not heavy.
Not fragile.
Its designed to be worn every day because you deserve to feel beautiful and radiant, every single day.

What should Jewellery actually mean?

Jewellery isn’t meant to be untouched.
It’s meant to make you beautiful everyday

A little change over time doesn’t take away its meaning but it reflects memories, moments, and wear. And most tarnish cannot be gently cleaned, refreshed, or restored.

What matters most is choosing jewellery that’s designed for everyday usage, not just perfect photos.

That’s the Ornatique philosophy, every pieces that are worn often, loved deeply, and
remembered for the moments they witness and thoughtful enough to feel personal and
beautiful enough to make you feel confident without trying too hard.

Final Thoughts

If a piece stays shiny only inside a box, what’s the point?

Real jewellery lives with you, stays with you.
It reflects light, movement and every emotion

Choose pieces that are made for life, not fear.
Choose jewellery that understands you.

That’s where true shine comes from.
From morning routines to evening plans, Ornatique jewellery is designed to stay with you.
Made for everyday wear, meaningful styling, and effortless beauty Shop from Ornatique.