Yellow gold jewelry has been the standout trend this year, mostly in the form of delicate everyday hoop earrings, chain necklaces, and statement rings. As a silver and white gold lover for years, I’ve finally added a few pieces of yellow gold to my collection and I’m glad I did because it brings so much warmth to my appearance.
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While trends are fun, the right jewelry should complement your skin’s undertones and personal style. By understanding how each metal interacts with your complexion, you can invest in high quality pieces that will enhance your natural beauty and last for years to come.
Warm Tones: Gold is Your Friend
If you have warm tones—think golden, olive, or yellow undertones—gold jewelry tends to complement your complexion beautifully. The rich, yellow hue of gold creates a harmonious balance of warmth and dimension.
There are several different colors to choose from when buying gold, such as yellow gold or rose gold, but either choice can highlight the natural warmth in your skin depending on what you’re looking for.
Cool Tones: Silver Shines Bright
For those with cool undertones—think pink or blue-toned skin—silver jewelry tends to look the best. The cool, crisp shine of silver contrasts beautifully, making your skin appear even more vibrant.
When buying silver, you also have options as well. While sterling silver is a classic, platinum or white gold can also work well with cool undertones. These metals have a similar finish to silver but with a bit more weight, luxury, and longevity when it comes to shine.
Neutral Tones: You Can Go Either Way!
If you have neutral undertones, then both gold and silver are fair game. Neutral tones give you the flexibility to wear either metal beautifully. If you want something classic and timeless, go for gold. If you prefer something sleek and contemporary, silver will be your go-to.
Tip! Consider layering both metals for a trendy, mixed-metal look. This can add depth to your style and allow you to wear both pieces in gold and silver.
When buying gold or silver, whether it’s through jewelry, coins, or bars, it’s important to consider both the value and your personal preferences. In the case of jewelry, choosing between gold and silver is about highlighting your unique beauty based on your skin tone. Do you have a preference between gold and silver jewelry? I’d love to know!
My skin tone is warmer, so I usually stick to gold earrings, but I switch to silver occasionally. I love both. Thanks for sharing the different types of gold and silver materials. It helps to know when shopping for jewellery.
My pleasure! I’m glad it encourages us to try new things, especially when shopping for new pieces. Thank you for reading Eveclair!
I actually wear both gold and silver jewellery. I like mixed pieces but qualty always. Lovely post. Happy 2025!
Madison
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I like the mixed look too! Happy New Year, Madison!
Such lovely tips! thank you for sharing
Wishing you a wonderful 2025
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Thank you for reading! Happy New Year!
When I was younger I only wore silver I was a rebel/goth so not gold for me LOL. But when I out grew this I mostly wore gold, but silver is so having a moment right now and I have been wanting to pick up some silver pieces. In fact on NYE I went out to dinner with a friend and she was wearing super pretty sparkly silver necklaces and I was so inspired to get some similar pieces.
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I love that silver/white gold is having its moment again! That necklace sounds beautiful, and I hope you find some great pieces! Thank you for reading Allie.
The choice was made for me years ago with the silver wedding band I always wear. I do like my jewelry to match! But this is a really great guide if I ever step out of my comfort zone and try something new–it might be nice to give gold a go!
It’s always nice to play around with different metals because you never know what you’ll end up loving! Thank you for reading ER.
I loved reading this! My skin is cool toned and I love to wear silver! Thanks for sharing, I hope you have a happy and healthy new year! 🙂
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Thank you for reading Melissa! Happy New Year!
Te deseo un feliz año. Te mando un beso.
Happy New Year, Citu!
I had never thought to choose jewelry based upon my complexion. This is such a smart way to choose the best pieces. I am definitely going to put your tip to good use!
Me neither until I started trying yellow gold jewelry! It’s fun to see which metals work with your skin tone. Thank you for reading Heidi!
I have cool undertones, and I definitely prefer silver jewelry! Thanks for sharing these tips!
Thank you for reading Karalee!
Gracias por el consejo. Feliz navidad.
Gracias, Citu! Feliz navidad!
I think I have neutral tone because both looks good on me, but I especially love silver jewellery! It just, pops.
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I’m glad you’ve found what works with your skin tone! Thank you for reading Ereen.
I will always be a mixed metals kind of person!
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That’s great, Danielle! I love the mixed metal look too!
These are amazing tips about how to choose between silver and gold jewelry…I have warm undertone so I guess I should opt for golf jewelry 🙂
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Definitely give it a try, it’s nice to experiment with jewelry to see which colors suits us best. Thank you for reading Jiya!
I love to have both gold and silver jewelry and if they have elements of both it’s a big win for me. Great post Winnie!
I’ve recently noticed dual toned jewelry, such as rings and earrings. It’s super unique and I love that there’s options to have both. Thank you for reading Jodie!
I’m warm toned and definitely look better in gold jewelry. I had some white gold and silver but it wasn’t so flattering.
Me too! I’m glad I’ve started incorporating yellow gold into my collection. Thank you for reading Gail!