DESIGN PHILOSOPHY JEWELLERY
Our metals are precious and recycled whenever possible, which is something Les Soeurs consciously chooses for the sake of sustainability. In terms of gemstones, we work with cubic zirconia for the jewellery in (gold-plated) sterling silver and with lab-grown diamonds for our collection of jewellery in solid gold. This is to ensure that the diamonds did not result in any negative social impact when obtained.
All the jewellery at Les Soeurs is subjected to strict quality control. We apply chemical, physical and local inspections to ensure that our metals are safe, nickel-free and hypoallergenic.
Les Soeurs designs its jewellery with all sizes, gender expressions, types of people and styles in mind. From the perfect gold hoops to personalised jewellery, gemstones and pearls, we’ve got you covered, no matter the occasion or (life) time.
MATERIALS
(RECYCLED) STERLING SILVER
BRASS
Plating
(RECYCLED) STERLING SILVER
At Les Soeurs, 90% of the jewellery is made of 925 sterling silver, as this precious metal offers the best quality for your jewellery. 80% consists of recycled sterling silver, which Les Soeurs opts for because of the sustainability aspect. All our raw materials come from Heraeus, which is a member of the RJC (Responsible Jewellery Council). You will find the '925' stamp in all Les Soeurs sterling silver jewellery.
CARE
Sterling silver and gold-plated jewellery may discolour over time due to normal use and age. There are several factors that affect the wear and tear of jewellery:
- Exposure to daylight and oxygen can cause colour fading and dullness.
- Sterling silver and gold-plated gold can be permanently damaged or discoloured by contact with water, chlorine, perfume, cosmetics, oil, creams and chemicals such as detergents.
- The acidity of the skin, which varies from one person to the next (and can be influenced, for example, by food, alcohol, the use of medication, and perspiration), can affect the material and cause discolouration of the jewellery.
Here are some tips to keep your gold-plated jewellery in top condition:
- Do not wear them while showering/ swimming/ exercising/ sleeping.
- Avoid contact with creams, perfumes, oils and other cosmetics and detergents.
- Store them separately, somewhere dry and away from sunlight.
- Use special silver cleaning products and a jewellery cleaning cloth when cleaning.
- Clean with warm rather than hot water.
BRASS
For some of the larger or heavier pieces of jewellery, Les Soeurs uses brass as its base material. Brass is a mixture of copper and zinc, making it a semi-precious metal. It is highly suited for jewellery because it is very robust and durable, and above all because it is nickel-free and has bacteria-resistant properties. Les Soeurs always opts for a precious metal plating (rhodium or 14 ct gold) even for its brass jewellery.
PLATING
All silver jewellery at Les Soeurs is rhodium-plated; it is a rare precious metal that is even more valuable than gold. This increases the jewellery’s lifespan (rhodium minimises the oxidation process and is less prone to scratching) and due to its rich, deep silver colour.
All of Les Soeurs' gold jewellery is gold-plated, which means it is coated with 14-carat solid gold. The thickness of the coating ranges from 1.5 to 3 microns, depending on the style and base material of the jewellery.
Finally, to ensure a longer lifespan, an additional protective e-coating layer is applied.
CARE
Sterling silver and gold-plated jewellery may discolour over time due to normal use and age. There are several factors that affect the wear and tear of jewellery:
- Exposure to daylight and oxygen can cause colour fading and dullness.
- Sterling silver and gold-plated gold can be permanently damaged or discoloured by contact with water, chlorine, perfume, cosmetics, oil, creams and chemicals such as detergents.
- The acidity of the skin, which varies from one person to the next (and can be influenced, for example, by food, alcohol, the use of medication, and perspiration), can affect the material and cause discolouration of the jewellery.
Here are some tips to keep your gold-plated jewellery in top condition:
- Do not wear them while showering/ swimming/ exercising/ sleeping.
- Avoid contact with creams, perfumes, oils and other cosmetics and detergents.
- Store them separately, somewhere dry and away from sunlight..
- Use special silver cleaning products and a jewellery cleaning cloth when cleaning.
- Clean with warm rather than hot water.
(RECYCLED) SOLID GOLD
CUBIC ZIRCONIA
LAB-GROWN DIAMONDS
(RECYCLED) SOLID GOLD
Les Soeurs' solid gold jewellery collection is made entirely of 14-carat gold. For these pieces, we also choose recycled 14-carat gold that carries an RJC certificate. This is to minimise our carbon footprint and make jewellery that can last a lifetime. Solid gold jewellery will never oxidise or lose its colour, making them real investment pieces that can be passed on to the next generation in the future.
CUBIC ZIRCONIA
With the exception of our solid gold jewellery collection manufactured with lab-grown diamonds, Les Soeurs works with cubic zirconia - a synthetic gemstone - to add extra sparkle to its jewellery. In terms of appearance, cubic zirconia are identical to diamonds when it comes to sparkle and shine, but without the price tag.
LAB-GROWN DIAMONDS
For the solid gold jewellery collection, Les Soeurs chooses to work with lab-grown diamonds to create a piece of jewellery for you that can last a lifetime, as the stone will never lose its sparkle. Diamonds are forever! Lab-grown diamonds are identical to natural diamonds, but do not involve the risk of any negative social impact when obtained.
WARRANTY
Les Soeurs applies a warranty period of six months from the date of purchase. Each situation is assessed by us on a case by case basis. Therefore, please contact our customer service department at [email protected] and include the following information:
- Order number and full name
- Photo/video of the damaged or defective product, in which the problem is clearly visible
- A brief description of the problem
Damage to products due to normal use is not covered by the terms and conditions of the warranty. If it is determined to be a manufacturing defect, your jewellery will be repaired or replaced free of charge. The warranty is void if a defect has occurred as a result of carelessness by you or someone else trying to modify the product or using the product in a way other than that for which it was made. If you lose your jewellery this is not covered by the warranty terms and conditions either.
