Brass offers a warm gold tone at a friendly price, but it develops a living patina. For wholesale buyers, the question isn’t how to stop that — it’s how to manage expectations and stock.
The patina. Brass darkens toward brown over time, especially with skin contact and humidity. Some buyers love the aged look; others want shine. Both are valid.
Cleaning. A lemon-juice-and-baking-soda paste or a dedicated brass cleaner restores shine in seconds. Rinse and dry thoroughly — leftover cleaner accelerates re-tarnish.
Storage. Seal stock in anti-tarnish bags; desiccants help during long ocean transit. Note this in care cards so retailers aren’t surprised.
Positioning. Brass pairs well with vintage and boho ranges. For tarnish-averse customers, point them to our PVD-plated alloy or stainless lines instead.
Where to source. Our rings category covers the core styles referenced above.
Where to source. Find matching pieces in the earrings category to complete the drop.
