There is nothing as exciting as embarking on a trip to somewhere totally new - the streets of Paris, the urban jungle of Tokyo. No matter what your destination happens to be, there’s probably one thing we can all agree on: we all want to be looking our best. The danger of losing something precious when far from home, however, is ever-looming. How does one toe the line between indulging in their best regalia and making sure that everything irreplaceable stays safe at home?
We believe that it’s always better to err on the side of caution, but this precaution by no means has to leave you high and dry as you explore a brand new place with your cohorts and loved ones. Here are our best bits of advice for protecting yourself on the road without missing a single beat.
When Travelling With Jewelry, It Always Pays to Stay Organized.
To those who identify as “type-A” among us, this one is probably a no-brainer. For the rest of us, however, consider this one of the most important parts of the process. It begins at home: deciding what exactly you feel comfortable taking with you will solve any potential mishaps before they ever become a problem in the first place.
Right off the bat, we recommend leaving anything that cannot be easily replaced or repaired under your mattress - heirlooms, your best timepiece, vintage favorites you would be devastated without. This can even include your engagement ring or wedding band if you don’t trust yourself with it. A surrogate wedding band of inferior value will get the job done, and you will be able to enjoy yourself freely without worrying about it flying off of your finger in an inopportune moment.
Once you’ve decided just what exactly you wish to bring with you, another important task begins: devising a system to keep everything neat, tidy, accessible, and accounted for. There are plenty of affordable ways to accomplish this: some use pill containers to keep their earrings together; other methods include using pantyhose or socks to store everything in. Taking the time to do this not only allows you to know instantly when something goes missing - it also helps to ensure the physical safety of the pieces, as well. Threading your necklaces through drinking straws is one practical example of how to avoid damage in transit.
Time and Place Are Everything.
Depending on the type of trip you’re taking, you’re going to want to be cognizant of the situations you’re involving your collection in. Planning to be in the city is quite different than backpacking through South America, and, as such, your choices in apparel should reflect these wishes. Depending on your lodging, you may want to consider bringing only your necessities and keeping them on you at all times; if your pad happens to be a luxe resort, this probably will not be necessary (In fact, your room may come with provisions such as a locked safe to ensure their survival.), but if a shared room in a hostel or a campsite is where you will be laying your head down at night, it’s probably best to hedge your bets.
The same principle will naturally apply to what you actually choose to wear while doing your thing. Partying in a place with a lot of people is probably a much safer situation for your flashier accessories. Checking out a slightly more remote part of town may not be. Always listen to your best judgement.
When in Doubt, It Doesn’t Hurt to Insure What You Bring.
Sure, it may sound unnecessary, but when it comes to travelling with jewelry that would not be impossible to replace, taking out a jewelry insurance policy is never a bad idea. Jewelry insurance even through a conventional firm is generally quite affordable, costing only a small percentage of the jewelry’s value objectively; a scant price to pay when considering the cost of replacing everything yourself outright in the event of a true disaster. With the advent of nouveau start-ups such as Lemonade, you have the ability to protect what you own instantly, without the hassle of bureaucracy and red tape, all from the comfort of your smartphone or computer. When it’s that simple and convenient to do so, we see no reason not to take this extra step.
Get Glam for Your Next Big Adventure at Rumanoff’s
If you’ve got something exciting planned for this spring, you deserve to shine. Show the world what you’ve got with a little bit of help from our jewelry store; after all, travelling with jewelry isn’t possible unless you buy a little bit first. There’s so much more to learn about travelling with jewelry the right way, and our team of experts have plenty to share. For consultations and access to our complete catalogue, check us out online.
