There are 5 Ss that you should remember in regards to caring for your jewelry.

    First, you dont want to SHOWER in your jewelry. Soap scum (think of what we scrape off the walls of the shower) will get on your jewelry and cause it to become dull and can actually damage the finish. It isnt good for your fine jewelry either.
    Second, you dont want to SLEEP in your jewelry. After a long day it needs to rest just as much as you do so take it off when you sleep.
    Third, you dont want to SWEAT in your jewelry. Now this doesnt mean you cant wear jewelry in the summer, but be sure you wipe it clean after you remove it because the crystals that form when you sweat can eat away at the finish and damage it.  Remember to remove your jewelry when you exercise too.
    Fourth, never SWIM in your jewelry. Chlorine can damage the finish so be sure to remove your jewelry (even fine jewelry) when you go in a pool or Jacuzzi.
    Fifth, dont SPRAY your jewelry. This means you should put your jewelry on last when getting ready, after hairspray, cologne, perfume, and lotion.

To review the 5 Ss are: shower, sleep, sweat, swim, or spray.  If you try to follow these guidelines, your jewelry will stay looking great for a very long time.