Silver or gold? It’s the age-old question asked by jewellery enthusiasts.
Typically, people stick to just one. Either they’ll be dedicated to the yellow glow of a golden gem or a devotee of the serene shine of silver.
Yet, your adornments need not be mutually exclusive. Gold and silver chime perfectly together when curated correctly and, in our humble opinion, convey even more personality and creative flair than a singular metal design.
Once deemed a fashion faux pas, mixing metals is now a symbol of expert self-styling. Hence its increasing popularity. Laura Suttie, Design Consultant and Gemologist at Queensmith confirms that layering mixed metals is a hit for summer: “By stacking up on simple chains and pendants, mixing precious metals and experimenting with different styles and lengths, you’re able to create looks that are both individual and fashionable.”
A handful of fashion veterans have delivered a masterclass in mixed metal styling. Suki Waterhouse and Mia Regan have worn mixed metal pieces by Missoma. Alexa Chung recently starred in Boucheron’s latest campaign which spotlights pieces crafted from yellow, white and pink gold. Dua Lipa appeared on the Jimmy Kimmel show wearing a constellation of silver-gold earrings. The list goes on.
So, how do you style mixed metal jewels? H.Samuel offers some advice: “The trick is to mix your metals in all different locations to give a balanced look. For example, it might look odd if you wear all gold earrings and necklaces, but your bracelets are silver. Instead, we recommend choosing a mix of silver and gold across all pieces, ensuring a balance across your entire look. Aim to mix naturally. There's no need to follow a pattern.”
Sporting mixed metal jewels is the ultimate fashion rule break - but rules are meant to be broken.
Discover the best mixed metal jewellery and stand out from the crowd this summer.
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Missoma x Lucy Williams Chunky Entwine Small Hoop Earrings
Add a subtle touch of rebellion to your classic jewellery archive with some two-tone earrings. These simple yet impact-making hoops hail from the Missoma x Lucy Williams collection and ooze Eighties nostalgia. Crafted from 18-karat recycled gold-plated vermeil on recycled sterling silver, they are also a conscious choice for sustainable shoppers.
Buy now £89.00, Missoma
Monica Vinader Kissing Moon Mixed Metal Collar Necklace
Designed to draw attention, Monica Vinader’s Collar Necklace marries striking gold vermeil and sterling silver. The alternating kissing crescent moons gradually taper towards the clasp, creating a dynamic aesthetic to top off your evening attire.
Buy now £450.00, Monica Vinader
Loveness Lee Darya Recycled Silver Earrings
You can spot a Loveness Lee design a mile off. Introduced to the world of design by her architect mother, founder Loveness designs pieces with abstract shapes and sculptural forms.
Handmade in the label’s London-based workshop, the pieces are responsibly crafted using lab-grown gems, recycled sterling silver and freshwater pearls, and each piece is created in small batches to ensure zero waste.
Buy now £265.00, Loveness Lee
Maria Nilsdotter Mixed Metal You and Me Necklace Set
Honour a special friendship with the You and Me necklace set from Maria Nilsdotter. The adornment is combined of two half-hearts, one in 18-karat gold-plated silver and the other in sterling silver. Perfect for gifting, the luxury two-piece can be worn separately or together and comes complete with cherubic heart and arrow detailing.
Buy now £310.00, Liberty
Leeada X Officially Quigley Capsule Goode Mama Earrings
Touching and highly unique, these Mama Earrings from the Leeada X Officially Quigley Capsule collection make for a creative gift. Celebrate your stylish parent via the playful jewels, which feature a 14-karat gold and rhodium structure plated over a brass earring.
Buy now £112.00, Wolf & Badger
Annoushka Marguerite 14ct Yellow Gold Diamond Necklace
Dust yourself in diamonds courtesy of Annoushka. The brand deals high-octane glamour at its finest, with the Marguerite Necklace offering a dazzling yet demure addition to your jewellery box. The 14-karat yellow and white gold is hand-set with a sparkling white diamond to glimmer under the lights.
Buy now £795.00, Annoushka
Gucci G-Timeless Watch with Bees
Go all out with Gucci. The house is home to many mixed metal watches, including this stunning timepiece dotted with golden bees - a historical brand symbol from the 1970s archives. A sun-brushed dial and 18-karat yellow gold bracelet fuses timeless glamour with contemporary mixed metals. A luxury heirloom to cherish forever.
Buy now £4660.00, Gucci
Rabanne Silver & Gold Eight Chunky Earrings
A fashion house revered for its futuristic designs, Rabanne is well-acquainted with metalwork. Chainmail dresses are entwined in its DNA, while jewels such as these chunky earrings tap into the house codes. Made from brass with silver and gold colourways, the fashion jewels are primed to peak out from under your locks with a hint of a glint.
Buy now £213.00, SSENSE
H. Samuel 9ct Two-Tone Gold Diamond Cut Kiss Link Bracelet
The most romantic gesture, H. Samuel’s kiss link bracelet will delight any lucky recipient. An iridescent combination of 9-karat yellow and white gold culminated in a glitzy diamond-cut kiss design.
Buy now £249.00, H. Samuel
Anisa Sojka x Juliet Angus The Gold & Silver T-Bar Necklace
If you haven’t heard of Anisa Sojka, let this be your official introduction. The brand is brimming with beautiful jewels, and this piece from the Anisa Sojka X Juliet Angus collection is an everyday essential. Showcasing an original design, the gold-silver piece is made from 18-karat gold plated stainless steel, offering a sturdy, stylish design.
Buy now £154.00, Anisa Sojka
