Best Gold Color For Your Skin Tone

Have you ever wondered which jewelry metal best suits your skin tone? Perhaps you love white gold but feel like it’s washing you out. But does it really matter which metal suits your skin tone best? And does it mean you have to stick with one metal your entire life? Don’t worry, in this blog post, we will talk about the best gold color for different skin tones, and what it actually means in the long run.

How to Determine Your Skin Tone/Undertone?

“Skin tone” generally refers to undertones, which are the colors beneath your skin. They are traditionally categorized as warm, cool, and neutral. To identify yours, take a look at the veins on your wrist. Greenish veins suggest warm undertones, blue or purple veins are cool undertones, and almost invisible or a mix of both colored veins are neutral undertones. If you have now identified your undertone, let’s talk about the best gold color for you.

Warm Skin Tone - Yellow Gold

Warm skin tone is identified by green veins. Those with warm skin tones have a yellow, peachy, or golden hue, and generally don’t burn easily in the sun and manage to get a beautiful tan. For warm undertones, yellow gold is the best choice, although rose gold may also suit you depending on your actual skin tone.

Warm undertones look radiant with the rich and classic hue of yellow gold - the deeper the yellow, the more it accentuates the golden undertones of your skin. With classic yellow gold jewelry pieces like the Herringbone Chain, Monaco Link Chain Bracelet, and Nugget Ring, you can effortlessly enhance your natural warmth and add a touch of timeless elegance to any outfit.

Cool Skin Tone - White Gold

Cool skin tone is identified by blue-purple veins on your wrist. Those with cool skin tones have pink, red, or blueish hue, and burn easily in the sun. White gold is best suited for cool undertones. The sleek and modern appeal of white gold enhances the cool tones in your skin.

White gold jewelry like the Diamond Cut Ice Chain, Miami Cuban Link Chain Bracelet, and Signet Ring are perfect choices to complement your cool undertones, offering a refined look and adding a touch of sophistication to your overall look. White gold also means diamonds, so those with cool undertones will look great covered in bling. Whether you choose a Diamond Cuban Link Chain, Edge Cuban Link Diamond Ring, or “Savage” Diamond Pendant Necklace, each piece will add a touch of luxury and enhance your cool skin tone.

Neutral Skin Tone - Rose Gold

Neutral skin tone is identified by almost invisible veins, or a mix of blue and green veins. If you can’t tell the exact color of your veins, it probably means you have natural skin tone. That means they don’t tend to burn in the sun but it takes a while to get a good tan. For neutral undertones, rose gold is a great choice. The rosy tint of rose gold, such as a Rope Chain, adds a touch of warmth, making it an excellent choice for neutral undertones.

But those with neutral undertones are generally free to wear whatever they want (they are truly God’s favorite!). Yellow gold looks classic on neutral undertones, while the silvery tone of white gold complements neutral skin, providing a sleek and modern look. So while those with neutral undertones can wear any color gold, they can also opt for two-tone or tri-color gold jewelry, like our Diamond Cuban Link Chain in tri-color gold, or Personalized Nameplate ID Bracelet.

Does the Skin Tone Matter?

Let’s say you have a warm skin tone, which means yellow gold suits you best. Does this mean you can never wear white gold? Of course not. Knowing your undertone helps you determine which gold color suits you best, but it doesn’t mean that other colors don’t suit you. After doing the test, I realized I have a cool skin tone, but I’m wearing layered yellow gold necklaces and yellow gold hoop earrings as I write this blog! I agree that white gold looks better on me, as yellow gold tends to be a bit too strong for my skin tone, but no test in the world can make me give up yellow gold! So don’t take it too seriously. Jewelry is a tool to express ourselves, so go with whatever you feel most confident in.

Any Gold for Any Tone with Bayam

Whether you have warm, cool, or neutral undertones, there’s a perfect gold for you, from the classic richness of yellow gold, to the modern elegance of white gold, and the versatile charm of rose gold. Remember, while knowing what suits you can enhance your look, jewelry is ultimately about self-expression and personal style. So, choose what makes you shine the brightest and wear it with confidence! Go to Bayam Jewelry and find the perfect piece, whatever your undertone is.