Materials & Responsibility

Materials with meaning

A personal piece starts with a thoughtful choice. The Custom Cross Necklace is available in brass or sterling silver, with Gold, Silver, and Rose Gold finishes. Choose your combination, then make it yours with a name, initials, a meaningful date, or a few words to carry close.

Our sourcing priorities are traceable materials, safe working conditions, and respect for the people behind each piece. These principles shape the kind of business we want BISYOU to be: considered in its choices and personal in what it creates.

• Brass — an accessible option for your personalized cross.
• Sterling silver — a precious-metal option for the same signature design.
• Your finish — choose the color you love independently of your material selection.

A considered approach to metal

Metal is a resource worth keeping in use. Our ambition is to make greater use of recycled materials wherever they suit the design, quality, and function of the necklace.

A necklace is made of several parts, and each deserves its own consideration. Our approach to recycled content is component by component, because the material used in one part does not describe the whole piece.

Responsibility also begins with choosing something you want to keep. One meaningful design, made personal to you, is at the heart of BISYOU.

• Pendant — the central cross, with your choice of brass or sterling silver.
• Chain and clasp — separate components considered for their material and everyday function.
• Surface finish — considered separately from the metal underneath.

Your finish, and how to care for it

Choose the warmth of Gold, the cool look of Silver, or the soft blush of Rose Gold. These names describe the finish color; your brass or sterling silver material is selected separately.

Our priorities for responsible finishing include careful use of water, safe handling of finishing chemicals, and appropriate treatment of process water. Thoughtful production and thoughtful care belong together.

A few simple habits help protect the appearance of your necklace:

• Remove it before showering, swimming, exercising, or cleaning.
• Let perfume, lotions, and other products dry before putting it on.
• After wearing, wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth.
• Store separately in a dry place, with the chain laid loosely to help prevent tangles and scratches.
• Avoid abrasive cleaners, silver dips, and vigorous polishing on finished surfaces. Contact BISYOU if you need help choosing a cleaning method.