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Styling 101: Mixed Metals

Wear more of what you love, no rules required.

AUGUST 22, 2026

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Mixing metals is one of the easiest ways to make your jewelry collection feel fresh, effortless, and unique. While sterling silver and 14K gold were once considered an “either-or,” today, pairing the two creates a layered look that shows off your personality. Whether you prefer delicate combinations or bold contrasts, mixed metals let you wear what you want, however you want it.

In This Article:

1. Start With Your Favorite

2. Layer, Stack & Repeat

3. Let Your Style Do the Talking

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1. Start With Your Favorite

Keep wearing the styles you love.

The easiest way to master mixed metals? Start with the pieces you already reach for most. If your everyday jewelry is primarily sterling silver, add a gold ring, pendant, or bracelet to introduce warmth without changing your signature style. Prefer gold? Let a few silver pieces break things up. Starting with your go-to pieces makes mixing metals feel natural rather than overly planned.

2. Layer, Stack & Repeat

Make your stack shine!

Try pairing silver and gold bracelets together, stacking rings in different finishes, or layering necklaces at varying lengths. Repeating each metal throughout your look helps everything feel intentional. Try a gold ring paired with a gold pendant, and then add on a silver and gold bracelet. The key is balance, not perfection.

3. Let Your Style Do the Talking

Make your stack scream YOU.

There’s no one “right” way to mix metals. Keep it subtle with a single contrasting piece, or lean into the look with a full stack of silver, gold, and oxidized finishes. You can even mix textures, shapes, and gemstones to add another layer of dimension. The beauty of mixed metals is that they work with every style, from understated and classic to bold and beachy.

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Mix it your way!

Think of mixed metals as an invitation to have a little fun with your jewelry. Combine old favorites with new finds, dress up your everyday pieces, and create combinations that feel completely your own. Silver or gold? Why choose? When it comes to mixed metals, more really is more.
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