For too long, the jewelry world insisted we choose sides: gold or silver, warm or cool, traditional or modern. But why should your jewelry collection be any more monochromatic than your wardrobe? Just as you wouldn't limit yourself to wearing only one color for the rest of your life, confining yourself to a single metal feels just as restrictive.
At Jo Latham, we champion the art of metal mixing. We love it when our clients discover the liberating power of combining rose, white, and yellow gold in ways that feel authentic. Because here's the truth, the most compelling jewelry looks happen when different metals come together, creating something far more interesting than any single tone could achieve alone.
Think about the metals that speak to you.
Yellow gold often carries the weight of tradition, inheritance, and sunshine-warm optimism. It's the metal of heirloom engagement rings and childhood earrings, connecting you to generations of women who came before.
Rose gold, with its romantic blush, speaks to your softer moments like first dates, tender mornings, the parts you only reveal to those closest to you.
White gold and platinum represent a professional side, sharp edges, the cool confidence you wear into boardroom presentations and important dinners.
Nouvel Heritage's Camille Parruitte created more than jewelry with her revolutionary "Paris From The Sky" Mood Bangle. By marrying titanium's industrial strength with rose gold's romantic warmth, she acknowledged that today's woman embodies both power and grace.
When Lionheart's sister founders create their signature Joy Two Tone Link Chain, blending polished and satin gold finishes within a single piece, they're celebrating the multifaceted nature of personal style. Their Italian-crafted chains don't just layer different textures, they layer different aspects of who you are.
How has your relationship with metals evolved throughout your life? You probably started with silver jewelry in your teenage years, then your twenties brought your first serious gold pieces. And rose gold might have entered the picture during a romantic phase. These metals don't exist in isolation in your jewelry box, and they shouldn't exist in isolation on your body.
Building a mixed-metal collection is like curating your own personal art gallery. Magic happens when you layer and stack your yellow, white, and rose gold jewelry together in unexpected ways. It creates something much greater than the sum of their parts. It creates a visual representation of who you are.
At Jo Latham, we believe in jewelry that grows with you, pieces that can adapt to your changing moods and evolving style. We've built our brand around understanding that fine jewelry is deeply personal, and personal expression rarely follows a single-metal rulebook.
So go ahead, mix those metals. Layer that yellow gold with rose gold. Add silver to the equation. Create combinations that make your heart sing and your confidence soar. Because the most beautiful jewelry combination is the one that's authentically, unapologetically yours.