MIXING METALS

Mixing metals is one of the easiest ways to create a stack that feels collected, modern, and personal.

We follow three principles: Build your base, Ratios matter and Get creative.

PRINCIPLE 1: BUILD YOUR BASE

To create cohesion throughout your entire look, we recommend selecting a base metal that will be most consistent throughout your jewelry stack. Your base metal will be the hero and be accented by the other metals you choose to incorporate.

Build your base around the metal you naturally gravitate toward. At Felicidad, we build most of our stacks around 14k yellow gold.

PRINCIPLE 2: RATIOS MATTER

The ratio of metals you choose determines how subtle—or how bold—your mixed-metal look feels.

We recommend starting with a 2:1 ratio, meaning two yellow gold pieces for every one white or rose gold piece.

Our preferred ratio is 4:1—three to four yellow gold pieces accented with a single white gold piece.

Different types of jewelry lend themselves to different ratios. We recommend a 2:1 ratio for an ear stack, while bracelets often look best with a more subtle 4:1 ratio.

Two-tone pieces bridge different metals and are an effortless way to create a cohesive mixed-metal look.

PRINCIPLE 3: GET CREATIVE

This is where personal style takes over. Once you've established your base, trust your eye. Experiment with different combinations until your stack feels uniquely yours.