Gold or silver? A two-question test

Try gold and silver beside your face, then answer two questions. Get a metal suggestion to explore with the jewelry and clothes you already own.

Gold and silver hoop earrings on a burgundy knit and ivory blouse.

Compare similar pieces in gold and silver. Keep the size, shape and light the same.

Gold Gold jewelry and warm cream look right on me. Silver Silver jewelry and crisp white look right on me. Both look good on me Neither one wins when I hold them up. I can't tell Neither one jumps out. That is a real answer and it is handled.

What your answer means

Gold: try yellow gold, bronze or copper. Explore wearing gold.

Silver: try silver, platinum-colored pieces or pewter. Explore wearing silver.

Both: compare finishes or mix the metals. Explore wearing both.

A woman holding a gold hoop by her jaw while a silver hoop waits on the dresser.

Try one piece near your face in soft daylight. Swap it for the other without moving. Look at the whole face as well as the jewelry.

Keep the jewelry you love.

The result gives you something to try. It does not decide what you are allowed to wear. A favorite ring, a gift or a pair of earrings can matter more than a color suggestion.

This short quiz cannot see your face. Try the suggestion with your own jewelry and clothes. You may prefer a small gold hoop, a large silver one, or a mix of both.

Questions people ask

Can I wear both?

Yes. Try a pair of mixed-metal earrings, or wear a gold chain with a silver ring. Choose a mix you enjoy.

Does this mean I should stop wearing my wedding ring?

No. Keep wearing a ring you love. A color suggestion is not a rule about meaningful jewelry.

What if I like gold but silver looks better?

Wear the gold if you enjoy it. You can also try smaller pieces, a brushed finish or a mix of both metals.