Updated on: July 21, 2026 | Maison de l'Amour
Storing your jewelry properly helps it last longer. The three golden rules: keep each piece separate (to prevent scratches), store it in a dry place (away from the bathroom), and hang or lay necklaces flat to limit tangles. A soft pouch remains the simplest solution for keeping your jewelry together and protected, both at home and on the go.
1. Why Proper Storage Makes All the Difference
We often think that jewelry gets damaged while we wear it. In reality, it is often between uses that it suffers: tossed loose into a drawer, it gets scratched by contact with other pieces, tangled, or lost at the bottom of a bag. A few simple habits are enough to preserve your jewelry's shine — and save you ten minutes of searching every morning.
A soft pouch keeps your favorite pieces together and protected.
2. The 3 Enemies of Your Jewelry
- Friction: two pieces of jewelry that touch will eventually scratch each other. Every piece deserves its own space.
- Moisture: the bathroom is the worst place in the house to store jewelry. Even stainless steel prefers a dry environment.
- Clutter: tangled chains, mismatched earrings… disorder damages jewelry as much as it wastes time.
3. How to Store Different Types of Jewelry
Each type of jewelry has its own requirements:
- Necklaces: hang them or lay them flat, one by one. This is the best way to limit tangles. And if one still gets tangled, here are 3 tips for untangling a delicate necklace. Explore our necklaces.
- Rings: a small compartment or dedicated pouch is all you need. Avoid piling them together. See our rings.
- Earrings: always keep pairs together — this is what gets lost most often. Our earrings.
- Bracelets: lay them flat or stack them loosely to avoid deforming bangles. Our bracelets.
4. The Pouch: The Simplest Solution
You don't need a jewelry cabinet to stay organized. A soft jewelry pouch lets you keep your pieces together in one place and protect them from scratches and dust — in a drawer, on a dresser, or tucked into a bag.
It is also the perfect travel companion: to set off with peace of mind, check out our tips for traveling with your necklaces without tangling them.
And the good news: every Maison de l'Amour piece of jewelry comes in its own jewelry box, and a pouch is included with purchases of €99 or more.
5. Mistakes to Avoid
- Piling everything into one dish: pretty on Pinterest, disastrous for your chains.
- Storing jewelry in the bathroom: steam, products, moisture… the losing combination.
- Putting jewelry away while it is still damp: always dry it with a soft cloth before storing it.
- Forgetting to clean it: tarnished jewelry is just as unpleasant to store as it is to wear. Try our 5-minute express shine routine.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where should I store my jewelry at home?
In a dry place away from direct sunlight: a bedroom drawer, a box, or a pouch. Avoid the bathroom, which is too humid.
Should I store each piece of jewelry separately?
Ideally, yes. Two pieces rubbing against each other can become scratched over time — especially those adorned with stones or mother-of-pearl.
How can I keep my necklaces from tangling?
Hang them or store them flat, one by one. Fasten the clasp before storing them: this greatly limits tangles.
Is gold-tone stainless steel affected by moisture?
No, it is waterproof and does not tarnish. However, dry storage is still preferable to preserve its shine for longer.
Store It Properly
Soft, compact, and elegant: our pouches keep your jewelry together and protected, both at home and while traveling.