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Read our privacy notice . 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.

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