I've always loved experimenting with my personal style, and one area where I used to feel incredibly restricted was mixing metals. The "rules" seemed so rigid – gold with gold, silver with silver. But honestly, that felt incredibly limiting! I wanted to wear all my favorite pieces, regardless of their metal color. So, I embarked on a journey to figure out how to make mixing metals work, and I'm excited to share what I've learned.
When I first started, I was definitely worried about looking mismatched. I specifically remember thinking that wearing gold earrings with a silver necklace looked just…wrong. It felt like a fashion faux pas! I was concerned about whether or not it was okay to mix metals at all.
However, I soon realized that the key was intention. It wasn't about randomly throwing on different metals; it was about creating a deliberate and balanced look. I started observing how others mixed metals and realized that it could look incredibly chic when done right.
One of my first experiments involved layering necklaces. I tried wearing gold earrings with a combination of gold and silver necklaces. I even added a silver ring or bracelet to complete the look. To my surprise, it looked fantastic! The key was to balance the metals throughout my outfit, making it clear that the mix was intentional, not accidental.
I also have a few rings that I never take off – my steel engineering ring and my platinum wedding and engagement rings. Since these are silver tones, I quickly realized I had to stop worrying about matching metals perfectly, or I'd never be able to wear my favorite gold jewelry. This was incredibly freeing! Now, I just wear whatever I want and focus on creating a cohesive overall look.
Currently, I'm wearing grey gold earrings in my second hole, and my daily ring is 18kt yellow gold. I wear yellow/white/rose gold with everything. I've even gotten into Alexis Bittar costume jewelry, which often features mixed metals. It's all about expressing my personal style and having fun with it.
While browsing online one day, I stumbled across Blingcharming and found the cutest necklace. It's a cartoon Boho Chic Alloy English bulldog necklace with a bulldog pendant that's golden and silver plated. I wasn't specifically looking for mixed metals, but the design was so unique and adorable that I had to have it.
When it arrived, I was even more impressed. The combination of gold and silver was subtle yet eye-catching. It's become one of my go-to pieces because it effortlessly complements both gold and silver jewelry. It’s now one of my favorite pieces from Blingcharming, and it's a great example of how mixed metals can add personality to your style. I often wear this necklace with a mens stainless steel necklace.
Through my experiments, I've learned a few key tips for mixing metals effectively: