Sterling Silver: Clean & Care Guide
The essentials, now in silver. This collection revisits some of our most loved designs, reimagined in cool-toned sterling silver. Understated yet sculptural, silver offers a fresh perspective to our silhouettes while retaining the distinctive forms and thoughtful details that define our jewellery. Its beauty evolves with time, gathering a gentle lustre and lived-in character. Here, we share how to care for your silver so it continues to shine for years to come.
Like all precious metals, sterling silver benefits from a little care to keep it at its best. We use 925 sterling silver, which is 92.5% pure silver alloyed with copper for strength. Over time, it will naturally oxidise when exposed to air and chemicals. This is not a flaw, but an intrinsic characteristic of silver. In fact, wearing your pieces often helps slow this process, with your skin’s natural oils acting as a gentle protector.
DAILY CARE
We encourage regular wear, but with mindful habits:
- Remove your silver jewellery before swimming, bathing, or applying perfumes and lotions.
- Store each piece separately in a soft pouch to avoid scratches.
- Keep away from chlorine, saltwater, and harsh household chemicals.
- Avoid humid places like bathrooms, and remove your jewellery before sleeping.
CLEANING YOUR SILVER
For light tarnish: Use a soft silver polishing cloth to restore shine.
For heavier tarnish: Soak briefly in a mild dishwashing liquid and warm water, gently clean with a soft toothbrush, rinse, and pat dry.
We recommend avoiding silver dip cleaners. While they work quickly, they are chemically aggressive and can damage silver over time, eroding fine details and weakening solder joints. They are especially harmful to natural or porous gemstones such as turquoise, opal, or pearls, causing discolouration or structural damage.
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ONDINE: A Feat of Craftsmanship
A masterwork of artistry and meticulous craftsmanship, our new collection Ondine is a meditation on the natural choreography of the sea — a balance of stillness and motion. In the vastness of the ocean, life moves in ritual. Each night, illuminated by moonlight, a silent procession begins. Billions of sea creatures ascend from the abyss, drawn to the surface in search of sustenance. With first light, they retreat to the deep. This daily pulse, known as vertical migration, is the largest movement of life on Earth. A natural choreography of instinct and transformation, it is the rhythm that shaped the ONDINE collection. The collection named after the mythical sea nymph, ONDINE echoes the ocean’s silent momentum. Meticulously crafted in 18-karat yellow gold and platinum, each piece awakens through motion, its presence revealed by shifting light. Intricately woven natural diamonds trace the rise of bioluminescent life, a fleeting shimmer before the return to darkness. “EACH PIECE AWAKENS THROUGH MOTION, IT’S PRESENCE REVEALED BY SHIFTING LIGHT.” At the centre of the collection lies the Ondine Bracelet, a masterwork of design and refined craftsmanship. More than 108 hours of expert labour and 730 hand-set diamonds are woven into a kinetic lattice that drapes across the wrist like silk armour — moving with the body, catching light in passing, and echoing the ocean’s ephemeral brilliance. Its construction speaks to rare technical skill: precious metal is shaped to flow like fabric while retaining architectural strength. Fluid folds are balanced by geometric precision, as the chequered interplay of 18-karat yellow gold and platinum enriches the silhouette with sculptural depth. “PRECIOUS METAL IS SHAPED TO FLOW LIKE FABRIC WHILE RETAINING ARCHITECTURAL STRENGTH.” A specially engineered 6cm spring clasp completes the piece — ensuring security while standing as a bold design statement, emblematic of the structural foundations of the ONDINE collection. Your browser does not support the video tag. ONDINE embodies movement refined by mastery. Precious metal flows with fluidity, diamonds capture fleeting light, and the ocean’s eternal rhythm is brought to life through craft. In every detail, the collection reflects a considered harmony — shaped by nature, perfected by artistry. All pieces are handcrafted in our Sydney studio, using 18-karat solid gold and ethically sourced natural diamonds
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In Conversation: Matt Lennon on Style, Design, and the Details That Matter
There’s a quiet confidence in the way Matt Lennon approaches style. As SARAH & SEBASTIAN’s Global Head of Brand, his days span shaping campaigns, refining brand strategy, and collaborating on our philanthropic Xanthe Project initiative, yet it’s his eye for detail and love of design that truly anchor his work. For our men’s collection campaign, he chose the National Gallery of Australia as the backdrop, drawn to its striking brutalist architecture and the dialogue it creates with the art inside. Here, Matt reflects on the influences shaping his aesthetic, from Tadao Ando’s concrete forms to the shifting colours of the natural world, and considers how jewellery is carving its place in the evolving language of modern masculinity. Tell us a little bit about what you do at SARAH & SEBASTIAN My days are filled with everything from art direction and campaign ideation to brand strategy and communications planning. I’m lucky to work with a great team, exploring new ideas and contributing to a creative direction for our brand that feels deeply aligned with my own sensibilities. I also work closely with our Creative Director, Sarah, and Head of Philanthropy, Phoebe, on the Xanthe Project, our initiative that supports ocean conservation, a cause I’m incredibly passionate about. Matt wears the Lock Bangle, the Traction Ring and the Traction Signet Ring. The National Gallery of Australia was chosen as the shoot location, what connection do you feel between the space and the SARAH & SEBASTIAN men’s collection? I’ve always been quite obsessed with the NGA; it’s an extraordinary building, and I love the way its brutalist architecture interacts with the art it houses. I’ve spent many afternoons there, often making the trip from Sydney to see new exhibitions. I do think there’s a parallel between the building’s character and our men’s collection: the gallery has a certain masculinity to its external structure, but once inside, you discover nuance, intimacy, and a truly singular curation. Many of our pieces mirror this, too… the closer you look, the more detail and refinement you uncover. “THE CLOSER YOU LOOK, THE MORE DETAIL AND REFINEMENT YOU UNCOVER.” How does brutalist architecture resonate with your personal aesthetic? I’ve always been drawn to brutalism. The designer Tadao Ando has been my number one since my first trip to Japan over a decade ago. He fuses the stark, geometric qualities of brutalism with the warmth and restraint of Japanese design. One of the most moving experiences I’ve ever had was in the Monet Room at the Chichu Art Museum, which Ando designed. The paintings are set in contemporary frames and bathed in natural light. There’s something extraordinary about seeing masterworks in such a modern, minimalist setting, it’s one of the few times I’ve been brought to tears in front of art. “THERE’S SOMETHING EXTRAORDINARY ABOUT SEEING MASTERWORKS IN SUCH A MODERN, MINIMALIST SETTING” [featured_images1]Matt wears the Chase Signet Ring, the Lock Bangle and the Valentine Bracelet. When it comes to men’s jewellery, do you prefer layering or wearing pieces solo? How do you decide? If a piece is bold, I like to give it room to breathe but with finer pieces, like delicate chains, layering can add dimension and interest. It’s all about creating balance without losing the individuality of each piece. “IT’S ALL ABOUT CREATING BALANCE WITHOUT LOSING THE INDIVIDUALITY OF EACH PIECE.” Which pieces from the men’s collection are you most drawn to, and why? I wear my Lock Bangle every day, it was the first piece I purchased when I started to work with SARAH & SEBASTIAN and I don’t think I’ve taken it off since. Matt wears the Lock Bangle, the Traction Ring and the Traction Signet Ring. What role does proportion, texture, and finish play in your jewellery styling? I think proportion is everything, it sets the tone for how a piece interacts with what you’re wearing. Texture brings depth, and finish determines the mood. A matte finish can feel understated and architectural, while a high polish reads more classic and refined. Playing with those elements is what keeps styling interesting. “I THINK PROPORTION IS EVERYTHING, IT SETS THE TONE FOR HOW A PIECE INTERACTS WITH WHAT YOU’RE WEARING.” [featured_images2]Matt wears the Bold Scale Ring, the Promise Bracelet and the Khaki Lock Cord Bracelet. What influences — whether art, design, or fashion — are currently shaping your approach? I’m constantly absorbing influences from art, music, film, and architecture, but nature is always my biggest inspiration. The structure of a shell, the shifting colours of a sunset, those patterns, tones and forms always seem to find their way into how I think creatively. “NATURE IS ALWAYS MY BIGGEST INSPIRATION” How does your work at SARAH & SEBASTIAN influence your personal style, and vice versa? I’ve become far more attuned to jewellery since joining the brand… as you’d hope! I’ve always loved fashion, but working closely with our jewellers and seeing the craftsmanship involved has deepened my appreciation for design detail. There’s also something really special about being part of pieces that mark personal milestones for people. Matt wears the Chase Signet Ring, the Traction Ring and the Pearl Piston Bracelet. How do you think jewellery fits into the evolving conversation around modern masculinity? I think men are increasingly seeing jewellery as an extension of self-expression rather than a status symbol. It’s becoming less about adhering to a set idea of “masculine” and more about wearing pieces that feel authentic, whether that’s a bold statement chain or something subtle and personal. How do you see the role of jewellery in a man’s everyday wardrobe shifting over the next few years? I think it’s moving toward a place of ease, where a man might reach for a necklace or bracelet in the same way he chooses a watch. It will become less of a special occasion accessory and more a part of daily ritual, layered into how we present ourselves every day. “I THINK PROPORTION IS EVERYTHING, IT SETS THE TONE FOR HOW A PIECE INTERACTS WITH WHAT YOU’RE WEARING.” [featured_images3]Matt wears the Chase Signet Ring, the Traction Ring and the Pearl Piston Bracelet. If you could only wear one chain for the next year, which would it be? It’s hard to choose just one, but I think the Bold Valentine Chain is pretty special. I’ve always liked marine-style links and a heavier weight. It’s a piece that I think I could quite easily work into every day looks but also dress up and layer when the occasion called for it. Outside of jewellery, what object or item do you wear or carry daily that reflects your personality? A photo of my cat, Aki on my phone’s . He’s the sweetest.
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In Conversation: Robert Sebastian Grynkofki on Design, Fatherhood, and Legacy
Ahead of Father’s Day, we photographed Robert, Co-Founder and Product Director of SARAH & SEBASTIAN, with his son Otto near their home in Sydney. He reflects on how fatherhood has shaped his sense of legacy, speaks to the future of men’s jewellery, and draws parallels between automotive design and fine jewellery craftsmanship. Robert wears the Valentine Necklace, the Bold Hoop and the Traction Diamond Signet Ring. How would you describe your personal style? Understated, with a focus on subtle details and clean lines. I gravitate toward quality materials and thoughtful design rather than overt logos or trends. There’s often a sentimental layer to what I wear - many pieces, including sneakers, have been collected over years of travel or mark certain chapters in my life. Some reflect more rebellious times. I like the idea of quiet luxury, but for me, it’s more about the feeling a piece evokes and how it was made. “FOR ME, IT’S MORE ABOUT THE FEELING A PIECE EVOKES AND HOW IT WAS MADE” Robert wears the Lock Bangle, Lock Cord Bracelet, Fine Soldered Chain, Chase Signet Ring, the Level I Mens Wedding Band and the Valentine Necklace. Where do you see the future of men’s jewellery heading, and what’s still left to redefine? Men’s jewellery is a space that's always evolving. It’s exciting to see more men embracing it as a means of self-expression. I think the future lies in pieces that are timeless but personal - designs that combine utility, sentiment, and craftsmanship. I’m drawn to creating jewellery with hidden mechanisms or intimate meanings - something that becomes a part of your story. I’d like to see more men creating their own heirlooms. For instance, I designed a platinum pinky signet with an Argyle chocolate diamond to commemorate becoming godfather to two of my closest friends’ children. One day, I’d love to pass it on to my son. “I’M DRAWN TO CREATING JEWELLERY WITH HIDDEN MECHANISMS OR INTIMATE MEANINGS - SOMETHING THAT BECOMES PART OF YOUR STORY” Robert wears the Traction Signet Ring, Bar Chain Bracelet and the Pearl Piston Bracelet. What role do you think jewellery plays in self-expression for men today? It can play any role you let it. Personally, I gravitate toward pieces that are subtle and grounding - if done well, they speak volumes without shouting. But jewellery can be loud, provocative, sometimes sadly boring... That’s the beauty of it: it’s yours to define. That freedom to choose is what makes it such a powerful form of self-expression. “THAT FREEDOM TO CHOOSE IS WHAT MAKES IT SUCH A POWERFUL FORM OF SELF-EXPRESSION.” You’ve spoken about your love of automotive design. Is there a connection between how a car is built and how a piece of jewellery comes together in your mind? Definitely. While jewellery is on a different scale, both disciplines are rooted in balancing form and function. You have a list of requirements - fit, strength, comfort - and then the design must elevate those. Done well, the result feels effortless, like a small symphony of engineering and aesthetics. I also draw direct inspiration from automotive details: the precision, the geometry, the materials. [featured_images1] Robert wears the Lock Cord Bracelet, the Muse Bracelet, the Men’s Level II Polished Wedding Band and a Bespoke Argyle Diamond Signet Ring. What would you like men to feel when they wear SARAH & SEBASTIAN? Whatever feels authentic to them. I hope our pieces encourage a quiet confidence - pride in choosing something carefully designed and well made. It’s not about status or mass appeal, but about connection. I want the wearer to feel grounded, maybe nudged a little outside their comfort zone, and ultimately, aligned with who they are or who they’re becoming. “I HOPE OUR PIECES ENCOURAGE A QUIET CONFIDENCE - PRIDE IN CHOOSING SOMETHING CAREFULLY DESIGNED AND WELL MADE.” Robert wears the Lock Cord Bracelet, the Muse Bracelet, the Men’s Level II Polished Wedding Band and a Bespoke Argyle Diamond Signet Ring. How has becoming a father reshaped your view of legacy? It’s sharpened my focus. I think more about what I’ll leave behind - not just materially, but emotionally and creatively. There’s a clarity that comes with that. It’s made me more intentional and has helped me let go of things that don’t matter. “I THINK MORE ABOUT WHAT I’LL LEAVE BEHIND - NOT JUST MATERIALLY, BUT EMOTIONALLY AND CREATIVELY.” [featured_images2] Do you find yourself viewing the world differently through Otto’s eyes? Absolutely. There’s a rawness and purity in how children experience the world - it resets your perspective. You notice the small things again. And it reminds you how much there is still to explore and learn. “IT REMINDS YOU HOW MUCH THERE IS STILL TO EXPLORE AND LEARN.” What’s one of the most memorable moments you’ve had as a father? There are many, but witnessing the strength of my partner during birth and having Otto sleep on my chest for the first time - those are moments that will stay with me forever. Robert wears the Lock Bangle, Khaki Lock Cord Bracelet, Fine Soldered Chain, Chase Signet Ring, Chase Ring and the Level I Mens Wedding Band. Otto wears the Promise Necklace. Of all the pieces you’ve designed, which one are you most proud of? I honestly can’t pick a favourite - each piece carries a memory, and often a story behind how it came to be. Most of them are the result of great teamwork, and I especially appreciate the more complex designs we’ve been able to solve together. There’s something really rewarding about finding those solutions as a group. I’m also quietly plotting to re-release some earlier S&S pieces. Looking back, I think many of them were ahead of their time, and I’d love to give them the spotlight again - they still feel relevant, maybe even more so now. “EACH PIECE CARRIES A MEMORY, AND OFTEN A STORY BEHIND HOW IT CAME TO BE.”
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