Wearing silver and gold jewelry at the same time was once considered a fashion faux pas. But according to the runway and street style alike, the tides have turned: Mixed metal jewelry is one of the biggest jewelry trends of the year.
Two-tone jewelry is a genius concept, in my humble opinion. The inclusion of multiple metals lets you mix and match with both silver and gold pieces in your existing collection. And while mixed metals aren't exactly a new concept—take a peek inside your grandma's jewelry box for proof—its modern renaissance is a great excuse to layer necklaces, pretty rings, and chunky bangles.
Ready to try out the trend? Many of our editors' favorite jewelry brands are one step ahead of you. Shop everything from watchband rings woven with gold and silver accents to vintage-inspired button earrings sporting multiple metals from Jenny Bird, Baublebar, Mejuri, and more below.
Mixed metal earrings
The secret to a curated earscape? Personality. While a mixed metal earring stack could be as simple as alternating between gold and silver hoops, you can also play around with chunky vintage-inspired button earrings or subtle charms. I'm partial to these dome earrings from Bibi + Kim, but you can't go wrong with the best-selling Baby Knot earrings from Heaven Mayhem or this under-$40 pick from Anthropologie.
Mejuri Jojo Double Hoops
Ana Luisa Puffed Heart Earrings
BIBI + KIM Ribbed Dome Earrings
Cendré Valentina Mixed Metal Earrings
Heaven Mayhem Baby Knot Mixed
By Anthropologie Twisted Mixed Metal Huggie Hoop Earrings
Mixed metal rings
Rings are one of my favorite ways to play around with personal style, and mixed metal rings even more so. Textured watch band rings (a la this option from NÜR San Francisco) add utilitarian style to your ring stack, while molten-looking gold and silver rings like this pair from Mejuri are the definition of classy.
NÜR San Francisco Mixed-Metal Watch Band Ring
BaubleBar Moxie Ring
Lucy Williams Chunky Entwine Ring
Mejuri Dôme Figure Ring Signature Set
Mixed metal necklaces
A curated necklace stack is the best way to elevate an outfit—and a mixed metal moment makes that easier to achieve, since you don't have to choose between silver or gold. Some of our favorite takes on the trend include chunky chain necklaces with interlocking metals, like this option from Machete. If you prefer a simpler stack, try a dainty herringbone chain or a simple pendant.
Jenny Bird Celeste Necklace
Miabella Two-Tone Twisted Herringbone Necklace
Machete Interchangeable Link Necklace
Jackie Necklace
Ana Luisa Palmer Necklace
Mixed metal bracelets
From charm bracelets to cuffs, there are plenty of ways to decorate yourself in two-tone jewelry. If you're a fan of the chunky bracelet trend like me, try a chain from Artizan Joyeria (and pop on a few charms for personalization). Or keep your stack sleek and simple with this slender bangle from Missoma.
NÜR San Francisco Mixed Metal Watch Band
Artizan Joyeria Carabiner Square Puerto Bracelet
Missoma Savi Signature Mixed Metal Hinged Bangle
Mint Velvet Mixed Metal Chain Bracelet
petit moments Livorno Cuff in Multi
Samantha Jones is a Senior Commerce Editor at Hearst Magazines, where she writes and edits across ELLE, Cosmopolitan, House Beautiful, Good Housekeeping, and more. She has close to a decade of editorial experience in the wellness, fashion, and lifestyle space, with bylines at other publications including PEOPLE, Real Simple, Better Homes & Gardens, and Food & Wine. As someone who spent years curating her own personal style, Samantha can often be found reporting on emerging style trends or wear-testing the most underrated jewelry brands for a story. She is also an avid runner and former Division I athlete with particular expertise in workout apparel and running shoes. (In fact, when she’s not at her desk, she’s probably out for a run.)
