FAQ

Lila Clare Jewelry accepts Credit Card via ShopPay and PayPal as payment. Lila Clare Jewelry's website has a SSL certificate. The website platform, Shopify, has compliance that covers all six PCI standard categories and applies to Lila Clare Jewelry.

Customers in Arizona will be charged state sales tax. Items shipped out of the state of Arizona will not be charged sales tax.

Pieces are shipped within the time frame noted on each product page. Look for the line stating, "Timing: Ships in --- business days" on the product page. Some items can be rushed for an additional $20 fee. Contact me to inquire about a rush.

All orders are shipped via United States Postal Service (USPS).

For orders in the United States, orders are shipped USPS First Class. There is a flat rate fee for orders under $75 USD, and shipping is free for orders over $75 USD. You may upgrade to USPS Priority (1-3 days) or Express (1-2 days) for the price listed at checkout. Purchase of Priority or Priority Express does not change the lead time required to make jewelry before shipment.

International orders are shipped USPS Priority Mail for the price listed at checkout. Lila Clare Jewelry is not responsible for any duties or taxes charged by the country to which order is shipped. Please be advised that additional payment for duties or taxes may be requested upon delivery.

All of Lila Clare Jewelry is handmade, and I need several days in order to make your jewelry. I will ship your order as soon as possible! Pieces are shipped within the time frame noted on each product page. Gold vermeil pieces take more time because I send the jewelry out to be gold plated. Custom and gemstone pieces also take more time because materials to make them need to be ordered. Some items can be rushed for an additional $20 fee. Contact me to inquire about a rush.

Lila Clare Jewelry may offer sales and coupon codes from time to time. The discount code for newsletter signup and other sales may be entered as follows: After you've viewed your cart, click "Checkout". Then enter your shipping/billing address, click "Continue to next step". Then, on the payment page, there is a field for "Discounts". Enter the code there and click "Apply".

Returns and exchanges are accepted if Lila Clare Jewelry is notified within five days of your receipt of the jewelry, and the jewelry is mailed back within seven days of receipt in the condition in which it was received. After five days, exchanges of unworn jewelry will be considered on a case-by-case basis within 30 days and will include a 20% processing fee (20% of the price of the returned jewelry). Worn jewelry may not be returned or exchanged. Contact Lila Clare Jewelry here.

Please return the jewelry in a box or a bubble envelope with rigid insert (like a piece of cardboard). Do not use a regular mailing envelope. Customers are for damage to or loss of the returned piece. Customers are responsible for the cost of return shipping.

Each piece is guaranteed in full for six months after purchase. In the unlikely event that you have a problem with your piece, simply contact Lila Clare Jewelry here for information regarding repairs. Defects will be repaired or replaced free of charge; substitutions, exchanges or returns are not available. After six months, free repairs will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Please return the jewelry in a box or a bubble envelope with rigid insert (like a piece of cardboard). Do not use a regular mailing envelope. Customers are for damage to or loss of the returned piece.

Lila Clare Jewelry is unable to offer chain other than those pictured. However, I am able to adjust your necklace to a custom length upon request. Different lengths are an additional $10 per adjustment, plus shipping (unless the adjustment is requested at initial purchase and qualifies for free shipping). Please return the jewelry in a box or padded envelope with a rigid insert (like a piece of cardboard); you will be responsible for damage to the returned piece.

If your chain broke within six months of purchase, I will repair or replace it for free. If it is more than six months after purchase or you know the break was not the fault of the maker (thanks for your honesty!), replacement chain is $15 plus shipping. Contact me for more information.

You're not alone! Lila Clare Jewelry is typically able to replace a single earring. Cost is 60% of the price listed on the website, plus shipping. If you don't see your piece, contact me for the price. If your earrings has gemstones, I like to receive the remaining earring from you so that I can match the stones to the best of my ability. Please return the jewelry in a box or padded envelope with a rigid insert (like a piece of cardboard); customers are responsible for damage to the returned piece. Simply contact me with your replacement needs and to obtain return instructions.

Gold vermeil is a layer of gold plated over sterling silver. In order to be considered vermeil, the gold must be at least 10 karat and 2.5 micrometers thick. Lila Clare Jewelry uses 18 karat gold and meets the standards of 2.5 micons thick. Vermeil differs from gold plating in that the metal being plated is sterling silver. Gold plating is typically used on top of base metals like brass. Vermeil is less expensive than solid gold jewelry, but higher quality than gold plated pieces due to a precious metal base (sterling silver) and a thicker coating of gold.

Care for Sterling Silver, Gold and Gold Filled:
Sterling silver is made from 92.5% silver and 7.5% copper (often called .925 silver). Lila Clare’s sterling silver is nickel free. Gold filled is an actual layer of gold-pressure bonded to a base metal. It is natural for sterling silver to tarnish. This is not a defect, but rather a sign of the precious metal used to make your jewelry. Gold and gold fill may  tarnish with age, especially at lower karats. Below are tips for keeping your jewelry looking beautiful.
Prevention: Store the jewelry in an airtight container, like a zip baggie. Remove jewelry before bathing, exercising, swimming and applying personal care products to prevent tarnish and maintain shine. Chlorine, especially at high temperatures, can damage your jewelry. Don’t store your jewelry in humid environments, like the bathroom, because humidity accelerates tarnish.
Cleaning: Use warm water and gentle dish soap to clean your jewelry. Make sure you rinse well and wipe with a soft cloth to dry. Dry completely before putting the jewelry on or into the airtight container. You can also use a jewelry polishing cloth to lightly clean the jewelry, using care with gold fill to not buff of the plating.
DO NOT dip gemstones in chemical jewelry cleaners, as the chemicals can damage them.

Care for Vermeil (“Ver-May”):

Gold vermeil is a layer of gold plated over sterling silver.
Prevention: Store the jewelry in an airtight container, like a zip baggie. Remove your jewelry before bathing, exercising, swimming and applying personal care products to protect the plating and maintain shine. Chlorine, especially at high temperatures, can damage the gold plating.
Cleaning: Use a non-abrasive cloth and gentle dish soap to clean the vermeil jewelry under warm running water. Make sure you rinse well and wipe with a soft cloth to dry. Dry completely before putting the jewelry on or back into the airtight container. You can also use a soft or microfiber cloth to gently buff vermeil jewelry.
DO NOT use a silver polishing cloth or chemical cleaners on vermeil, as it they may strip the layer of gold. DO NOT dip gemstones in chemical jewelry cleaners, as the chemicals can damage them.

Rarely a package is marked as Delivered by USPS, but not received by buyer. Please ask neighbors, family members, house mates if they've seen the package & check alternative delivery locations (apt office, porch, etc). Then, if it's still not found, follow the protocol to file a claim with USPS. Filing a claim is the responsibility of the buyer, but I will do everything that I can to support you.
1. Best option: Go to your post office branch and talk to the manager. File a complaint in person.
2. File an online report with the USPS https://prd2faq.usps.com/faq/iq/usps/request.do?forward=emailUs
3. File a complaint over the phone by calling 1.800.275.8777.
Please provide me with a copy of your complaint receipt so I can be aware of the proceedings should USPS contact me.