Can you shower in gold plated jewelry? It's one of the questions we hear most, so here's the short answer: most of our jewelry is water resistant, which means hand washing and everyday wear are fine, but take it off before you shower or swim. Here's what "14k gold plated" and "water resistant" mean on our pieces, and how to keep yours looking good.
What "14k gold plated" means
Gold plated jewelry has a layer of 14k gold over a base metal. You'll find the details on each listing. The Gold Bubble Letter Charm, for example, is a stainless steel bubble letter with 14k gold plating, and the Rayna Seed Bead Bracelet is made of 2mm stainless steel beads, 14k gold plated. Many of our pieces also come silver plated, like the Henley Bangle Bracelet, which comes in 14k gold or silver plated.
What water resistant means for our jewelry
Most of our jewelry is water resistant, in gold and in silver. That means:
- Fine: washing your hands, a splash here and there and everyday wear.
- Take it off: before you shower, swim in the pool or head into the ocean.
Look for "Water resistant" in the details on each listing to know for sure.
Can you shower in gold plated jewelry?
We say no. Take your pieces off before you shower, and put them back on once you're dry. The same goes for swimming, in a pool or the ocean. It's a few extra seconds that keeps your jewelry looking its best.
Are beaded bracelets water resistant?
Many of them are, so check the details on the listing. The same rule applies: fine for hand washing, off for the shower and the pool. Most of our beaded bracelets are strung on stretch elastic, and water, lotion and perfume can wear out elastic over time. Let your lotion and perfume dry before you slip your bracelets on.
How to care for your gold plated jewelry
- Take it off before you shower or swim.
- If your jewelry gets wet, dry it with a soft cloth.
- Gently wipe each piece with a soft cloth after you wear it.
- Put lotion and perfume on first, and your jewelry on last.
For more tips on storing your necklaces and bracelets, read our guide on how to store and care for beaded jewelry.
Water resistant pieces to wear every day
A few of our everyday favorites, all water resistant:
- Henley Bangle Bracelet: a classic gold bangle, also in silver.
- Drew Watchband Bracelet: a chunky gold stretch bracelet with a polished finish.
- Rayna Seed Bead Bracelet: three gold beaded bracelets in one.
- Birthstone Bangle: a slim gold bangle wrapped with custom birthstones.
- Jules Necklace: our go-to charm holder necklace, in gold, silver or mixed metal.
- Neutral Zo Bracelet Stack of 3: black, camel and nude beaded stretch bracelets with gold discs.
Water resistant jewelry FAQ
Can I wash my hands with my bracelets on?
Yes. Hand washing is fine.
Can I swim in my jewelry?
No. Take it off before the pool or the ocean.
Are the silver pieces water resistant too?
Yes. Water resistant means the same thing for our gold and silver styles.
Shop everyday jewelry
Made to wear every day (just not in the shower). Browse our bracelet stacks and find your next favorite.