Choosing Jewellery to Match Your Skin Tone

Jewellery is more than just an accessory; it’s a way to express your personality, add a little sparkle to your outfit, and bring out the best in your features. But when it comes to choosing between gold and silver, how do you know which will really make you shine? There’s a little trick to finding the right metal: it’s all about matching your skin tone.

If you’ve ever wondered why some metals make your skin look radiant while others seem a bit “off,” it’s likely about your skin undertone. Let’s dive into how you can pick the metal that best complements your natural tones.

1. Cool Undertones: If you have cool undertones, your skin likely has hints of pink, red, or blue. People with cool undertones often burn easily and might have fair to light skin, though deeper complexions can also have cool undertones.
2. Warm Undertones: Skin with warm undertones usually has yellow, peach, or golden hints. Warm undertones are common in people who tan easily.
3. Neutral Undertones: If your skin has a mix of warm and cool undertones or if you can’t quite identify one over the other, you likely have a neutral undertone.

How to Identify Your Undertone:

• Vein Test: Look at the veins on the inside of your wrist. Blue or purple veins typically indicate cool undertones, while greenish veins suggest warm undertones. If you see a mix of both, you may have neutral undertones.
• Jewellery Test: Try on both silver and gold jewellery. Silver tends to look better on cool undertones, while gold complements warm undertones. If both metals look equally flattering, you’re likely neutral.
• White vs. Cream: Hold white and cream fabrics up to your face. If white looks better, you likely have cool undertones. If cream flatters you more, you likely have warm undertones.

Gold or Silver? Here’s What Works Best for Each Undertone

Now that you have an idea of your undertone, let’s get to the fun part – choosing your metal!

Cool Undertones: Go for Silver

If you have cool undertones, silver is going to be your go-to. Silver, white gold, and platinum have a bright, almost icy quality that complements the pink or blue in your skin, adding a beautiful contrast.It mirrors the coolness in your skin, making you look radiant. And doesn’t overpower fair or deeper cool tones adding that touch of elegance.

Additional Colours to Consider:

• Cool-toned stones such as sapphires, emeralds, amethysts, and blue topaz pair well with silver jewellery and add an extra pop of colour that complements cool undertones.
• White pearls or diamonds can also add luminosity, and an air of classic sophistication.

For Warm Undertones: Gold Adds Warmth and Glow

If your skin has warm undertones, gold is the way to go. The golden hues complement the yellow and peachy undertones in your skin, enhancing its natural warmth. Yellow gold, rose gold, and copper-toned metals all work beautifully with warm skin tones. The rich, warm colour of gold mirrors the golden hues in your skin, creating a glowing, sun-kissed effect and deepen the richness of your complexion.

Additional Colours to Consider:

• Warm-toned gemstones like rubies, garnets, citrine, and amber work well with gold and enhance the warmth in your skin.
• Coral or brown-toned jewellery pieces can also create a stunning, cohesive look with gold.

For Neutral Undertones: Bend for Both Metals

Lucky for those with neutral undertones, both gold and silver tend to look fantastic! Neutral undertones have the versatility to pull off either metal, depending on the overall look you want to achieve. Both cool and warm metals can work harmoniously, so you can choose based on personal style or the outfit you’re wearing.

How to Decide:

• If you’re going for an elegant and subtle look, consider silver. If you want something more bold, eye-catching and dramatic go for gold.
• Mixing metals can be especially flattering for neutral undertones, creating a balanced, dynamic look.

Additional Colours to Consider:

• Neutral undertones have the advantage of pairing with almost any gemstone colour. From sapphires to rubies, neutrals can experiment with a full spectrum of hues.

Tips for Choosing Between Gold and Silver in Specific Situations

While your undertone plays a significant role, you can still consider other factors when choosing between gold and silver.

1. Occasion: For formal occasions, gold often adds a level of elegance and luxury. Silver is versatile and works well for both formal and casual settings.
2. Outfit Colour: Cool-coloured clothing (blues, purples, greens) pairs well with silver, while warm-coloured clothing (reds, oranges, yellows) enhances gold jewellery.
3. Fashion Trends: Mixing metals is highly popular right now, and can add dimension to any look. If you enjoy experimenting pair both gold and silver for a unique, layered effect.
4. Skin Tone Changes: Some people’s skin tones can change with the seasons. For instance, a light tan in summer may give warm undertones, while in winter, cool undertones might be more prominent. Adjust your jewellery choice seasonally if this applies to you.

Key Takeaways

• Cool Undertones: Silver, white gold, and platinum are flattering, especially with cool-toned gemstones.
• Warm Undertones: Yellow gold, rose gold, and warm-coloured gemstones will brighten your natural warmth.
• Neutral Undertones: Lucky you! Gold and silver look stunning take advantage of the freedom- play with both!

A Final Retort

At the end of the day, this is all subjective. The choice between gold and silver doesn’t have to be restrictive. While skin undertone can provide helpful guidance, your style, mood, and occasion should influence your choice. Don’t hold back from experimenting with different metals. We encourage you to play with the versatility that jewellery offers in enhancing and celebrating your unique beauty- no matter “your metal”.