For the past few years, silver jewelry sightings have felt few and far between. Outside of diamond-encrusted pieces on the red carpet, silver-toned jewelry took a backseat for gold to hold the center of the jewelry conversation. But as with anything in fashion, the pendulum swinging the other way was inevitable, and we’re now in the center of a full-on silver resurgence.
While there are an unlimited supply of cool-toned jewelry options to choose from—chunky cuff bracelets, bold chains, exaggerated hoops—the problem isn’t finding the right silver piece, it’s figuring out when to reach for it. While the hesitation around making the switch is understandable for those of us who fell into the rhythm of exclusively styling gold jewelry, there’s something about silver that remains undeniably cool. Unlike the silver jewelry of our past, this year’s silver resurgence is stacked with more sculptural, futuristic designs that elevate even the simplest of looks.
Ready to give silver a go? Read on for seven foolproof ways to style silver jewelry this season and beyond.
1. With Neutrals
This season’s jewelry trends are all about bold, organic shapes, which, nine times out of 10, tend to look cooler in silver. I’ve been wearing this exact bracelet cuffed over the sleeves of my neutral outfits for the past few months, fielding dozens of “Where’d you get those?” questions—proof that sometimes silver really is better.
2. With Earth Tones
It’s typically recommended to pair warm-toned clothes with gold jewelry, but I’ve found that pairing shades of yellow, orange, and brown with silver can create more of a statement. Here, I like that she paired a warmer top with cooler bottoms, then brought it all together with a cool-toned pendant.
3. With Suede
While gold may seem like the more obvious choice to pair with suede—especially suede in shades of brown—cool-toned jewelry can create a sleeker look when paired with the soft texture. For a balanced effect from head to toe, opt for a neutral base and another cool-toned accessory or two.
4. With All Black
Without fail, an all-black look wins every time. Though gold jewelry would work just as well, I’d argue that pairing gold with black feels a bit more formal than I’d sometimes like, while silver pairings feel sleek and extra chic.
5. With Cool Tones
If you find yourself second-guessing how to style silver jewelry, a good starting point is to pair it with other cool-toned shades like blue, green, and purple. Don’t be afraid to layer the jewelry on—in this case, the more, the merrier.
6. With Double Denim
Bring a contemporary twist to your denim-on-denim outfits by opting for silver jewelry instead of gold. To create more of a statement, opt for darker washes of denim so the silver has the opportunity to pop.
7. With Gold
If you’re hesitant to let go of gold jewelry completely, try sticking with your everyday jewelry stack and adding a silver piece on top. The mixed metals will give an effortless effect that allows you to dip your toe into the silver trend before diving in.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Tinsley Crisp, Fashion & Beauty Staff Writer
Tinsley Crisp is a Fashion & Beauty Staff Writer at The Everygirl and specializes in reporting on the season’s latest trends and hottest products. As a New York City-based stylist, she’s committed to injecting joy into the art of getting dressed and delivering attainable yet aspirational content to our readers.