What should I wear to my jewellery consultation at Steven Charles Quance?

Wear comfortable, smart-casual clothing that gives easy access to your hands, wrists and neckline. Avoid bulky sleeves, excessive accessories and heavy hand cream, as these can make it more difficult to try on jewellery or watches and assess their fit, proportions and appearance accurately.

Choose practical, comfortable clothing. A consultation may involve trying on rings, bracelets, necklaces or watches, so garments that allow free movement are most suitable. Short or close-fitting sleeves, or sleeves that can be rolled back easily, make it simpler to view pieces on your wrist and hand. If you are discussing a necklace or pendant, a relatively simple neckline can help you see how the design sits against your clothing.

There is no requirement to dress formally. Smart-casual clothing is appropriate, provided you feel comfortable and can move naturally. If you are choosing jewellery for a particular occasion, such as a wedding, you may wish to wear clothing in a similar colour or style to the outfit you expect to wear. This can help you consider how a piece will look in context, although it should not restrict your choices during the consultation.

Keep your hands as free as possible. Remove other rings if you are considering an engagement ring, wedding ring or another finger-worn design. Existing rings can affect how a new piece appears beside them and may make it harder to judge the correct fit. If you usually wear a watch or bracelets, you may also wish to remove them when assessing wristwear, particularly if you are comparing different widths, metals or styles.

Clean, dry hands are helpful when trying on jewellery. Use hand cream sparingly before your appointment, since excess product can make pieces slippery and leave residue on precious metals or gemstones. Avoid applying oils, lotions or fragrances directly before handling jewellery where possible. Your adviser can then assess fit and comfort more reliably, and the pieces can be handled with appropriate care.

Consider what you are planning to buy. For a ring consultation, bring any rings you regularly wear if you want to compare proportions or discuss how a new design might sit alongside them. For a watch consultation, wearing a sleeve that can be moved comfortably above the wrist will make trying on different case sizes and strap styles easier. When discussing earrings or a necklace, keeping other jewellery to a minimum can help you compare the design without visual distractions.

If you are exploring a bespoke design, your clothing does not need to follow a particular style. The most useful preparation is to arrive comfortable and ready to discuss how you intend to wear the finished piece. You may wish to bring photographs of jewellery you already wear, examples of designs you like, or details of clothing and accessories that the new piece should complement. These references can support the design discussion without limiting the consultation to a single look.

It is also sensible to avoid loose, highly textured or easily snagged clothing when trying on fine jewellery. These garments may catch on settings, chains or clasps. Large fashion rings, long bracelets and other accessories can similarly interfere with handling and may make it harder to see the details of a proposed design.

If you have accessibility, sensory or cultural requirements, let us know when arranging the consultation. We can adapt the appointment where possible so that you can examine and try on pieces comfortably. The priority is clothing that allows you to participate easily, compare options accurately and make an informed decision about your jewellery.