How do I know what metal colour is best for me?

November 4, 2022 • 3 min read

Equally important as your choice of stone or cut, the metal of your engagement ring can significantly impact the final look. Just like dress jewellery, each metal choice can be more flattering to certain skin tones.

This makes the final decision of selecting a metal colour an important one. So, how do you know which metal colour is best for you?

It is crucial to explore your options. This will help you narrow down your search but will also help you choose the right ring that suits you or your partner.

Below, we list the main options you have for metal colour choices and which is best for you.

White Gold or Platinum

With a silvery look, white gold is a timeless choice that brides and brides-to-be popularly wear worldwide. White gold engagement rings are also compatible with a list of gemstones and diamond colours, making it the perfect metal to match any stone you have in mind.

The light aesthetic makes this metal colour ideal for light and cool skin tones, with the white of the metal providing a cool tone that complements the skin. This might be the right choice if you or your partner often wears silver jewellery.

Yellow Gold

An absolute classic, yellow gold is the iconic colour that comes to mind when you think of ‘gold’. Its golden hue is incredibly warm and exceptionally fashionable. Not to mention, its colouring provides a vintage aesthetic that many adore.

If you find their jewellery collection is filled with yellow gold staples, this would be the best metal colour for an engagement ring. This metal colour is suited for warm skin tones as it beautifully complements the undertones. It is also a safe choice for those that appreciate a vintage style over a modern design.

Rose Gold

Incredibly romantic, rose gold metal displays a warm, pink hue. The rosy colouring is the result of a yellow-gold and copper combination. Like the yellow gold, the warmth of rose gold engagement rings provides an antique appeal.

Because it falls between white and yellow metals, rose gold is incredibly flexible. This makes it ideal for both warm and cool skin types. If they are a fan of rose gold accessories or tend to wear feminine designs, this may be the best option in terms of metal selection.

Duo-Tone

Ideal for those who favour two metal tones, duotone allows the opportunity to choose two metals rather than just one. A duo-tone design allows both colours to be featured, resulting in breath-taking colour combinations.

You can choose one main metal for the band and then use the other metal choice as a feature in the prongs and setting. This is a subtle yet tasteful way to incorporate both tones.

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Have you found the right metal choice? Visit Midas Jewellery. We design bespoke rings, offering a range of metal options. We also have a customisation service where we sit down and create the design you had in mind, allowing the metal selection to be entirely up to you.

With three jewellery stores located across Sydney, our team will help you discover the perfect ring. Visit your most convenient store or book an appointment here.