Whether you’re draped in gold bangles or showing off that gold lamé statement blouse, metallics can be tricky to pull off. While wearing too many metallic pieces might make it look like you just stepped off a spaceship, if you’re doing it right, you’ll be giving futuristic but fabulous with a hint of rock and roll.
Even if you love an avant-garde look, there are also plenty of ways to add gold to your wardrobe without going overboard! From subtle to statement, here are a few ways to explore everyday glitz and glam. Add it to your wardrobe with these top tips.
Gold Textiles
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The fashion world has been inspired by South Asian prints, patterns, and textiles for the last few years, so you’ll likely be seeing plenty of artisanal clothing that features gold threads sewn throughout. You can also find plenty of evening blouses, skirts, and dresses in satin, silk, and mesh fabrics that feature various shades of gold.
One important tip here is balance. When you’re wearing clothing with a lot of gold, you’ll want to tone down the rest of your outfit by incorporating complementary colors that make the gold shine even more. Some of the best hues to balance gold include black, warm beige, and white. You can also wear some deeper shades of your favorite fall colors, like aubergine, navy, and forest green.
Glimmering Jewelry
Wearing gold jewelry is one of the easiest ways to incorporate a metallic glimmer into your outfit. If you’ve never worn gold before, you might want to start with the basics, like simple necklaces and stud earrings. You can opt for smaller styles that accentuate your neckline or wrists before moving on to larger statement pieces.
Some of the most popular gold jewelry options include layered necklaces for casual occasions, collar necklaces for special events, and thick hoops for a classic look. Make sure your gold jewelry matches your outfit by analyzing color, proportion, and the level of formality you’re going for!
Metallic Accessories
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Jewelry is not the only accessory to feature a golden hue! Once you already have your chosen golden earrings or rings, it’s time to find other ways to work in a precious metal into your outfit. Consider belts, shoes, hats, and handbags that have gold details that enhance a casual ensemble.
You might consider a hat with a gold chain around the brim or a leather belt with a gold buckle. You can even explore brooches, clasps, and buttons to ensure every piece of your ensemble matches.
However, accessories for formal events require a different approach. You should only be accessorizing with shoes, jewelry, and a clutch to keep your ensemble sophisticated.
Gold-Rimmed Glasses
Whether you wear prescription glasses, fashion glasses, or sunglasses, you’ve probably forgotten that gold is an option for your frames! While tortoiseshell and thick black cat-eye glasses are hugely popular right now, gold frames offer just as much style and versatility.
Start your search by determining the best frame shape for your face, and then find gold frames in that style. To help you down the right path, here are the best styles for every face shape.
- Oval Face Shape: Rectangle, Square, or Aviator Frames. Avoid Oversized Frames.
- Round Face Shape: Rectangle, Square, or Round Frames. Avoid Oval or Small Frames.
- Square Face Shape: Browline, Cateye, or Round Frames. Avoid Rectangle Frames.
- Heart Shape: Rectangle, Round, or Geometric Frames. Avoid Square or Oval Frames.
- Diamond Shape: Oval, Round, or Cateye Frames. Avoid Rectangle or Square Frames.
Some thicker frames are hard to find in metal materials, but you should probably avoid plastic glasses in gold hues. Even if they’re the right shape, plastic gold frames can look a little tacky.
Sparkling Headpieces
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When people think of chic accessories, they rarely consider accents that go in your hair. Whether it’s a headband, a claw clip, or a bejeweled barrette, there are many options for adding gold to your hair. Keep in mind what accents your gold jewelry has to ensure a matching set for your hair. For example, if you’re wearing gold and pearl earrings, shop for hair accessories that feature the same stone!
The most casual hair accessory that allows you to introduce gold into your outfit is a claw clip. Exude effortless sophistication when you clip a messy bun or a French twist into place with a gold claw design. You can also keep your hair out of your face with a metallic headband or accent your bun with a golden comb!
Add Glitz & Glam to Your Outfits
The most difficult part of incorporating multiple gold pieces into your ensemble is making sure every piece matches. There are many shades of yellow gold — especially in jewelry — which can make it hard to ensure a perfect match. Carefully consider and compare each piece before adding it to your outfit!
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