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US consumers remained cautious about spending last month as inflation ticked higher

时间:2010-12-5 17:23:32  作者:Tech   来源:Technology Policy  查看:  评论:0
内容摘要:, as well as talking to Steve Witkoff, the U.S. Middle East envoy.

, as well as talking to Steve Witkoff, the U.S. Middle East envoy.

Leave your earrings on the bedside table? Easy to lose. Take your ring off to wash your hands? It could slip down the drain. Toss everything into a single catch-all? You’re almost guaranteed tangles or scratches.There’s no one-size-fits-all approach to jewelry care, because not all pieces are made — or worn — the same. Think about where a piece sits on the body and how much surface contact it gets. A ring, for example, experiences much more daily wear than a brooch.

US consumers remained cautious about spending last month as inflation ticked higher

The care a piece requires depends on what it’s made of, where it’s worn, its age and its delicacy, among other factors.“One of the most important things to know is what type of jewelry you have, because not all care is universal,” said Amanda Gizzi, spokesperson for Jewelers of America, a nonprofit trade association based in New York City.When you’re buying jewelry, a reputable jeweler can offer care instructions tailored to each piece. And if you’re unsure,

US consumers remained cautious about spending last month as inflation ticked higher

Even basic at-home cleaning can breathe life back into a long-loved piece. No fancy products required —just a lukewarm water bath with a drop of mild dish soap, like Dawn, which contains surfactants to break down grime. A soft, clean toothbrush can help loosen dirt. You’ll see the residue left behind in the water.Gizzi adds that a spritz of Windex — also containing surfactants — can work, too. Avoid anything with bleach, and steer clear of abrasive cleaners. A non-abrasive toothpaste might do the trick for harder stones, but never use it on delicate gems like pearls or opals.

US consumers remained cautious about spending last month as inflation ticked higher

Metal jewelry tends to be durable, but knowing the specific metal and how it’s made matters.

Sterling silver, for instance, tarnishes easily — especially if it’s not worn often or if you live in a home with a gas stove. “When a gas stove is lit, it releases trace amounts of sulfur gas,” said White. “It’s harmless to people, but over time it will tarnish silver.”That comes after Trump’s threatened 145% import taxes on Chinese goods were reduced to 30% in a deal announced

, with some of the higher tariffs on pause for 90 days. Trump on Friday threatened a 50% tax on allas well as a 25% tariff on smartphones unless they’re

On Sunday, Trump said that the U.S. will delay implementation of a 50% tariff on goods from the EU until July 9 to negotiate.During a media interview on Thursday, Best Buy CEO Corie Barry said the latest court decision underscored how volatile the tariff climate has been.

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