Wearing and choosing jewellery such as rings, necklaces or bangles is a very personal preference that depends on your mood, budget or style. Gold and silver rings from Gumtree come in a variety of designs and aesthetics for your every occasion. But do you know if you want gold or silver? Read on to find out how you can make an informed decision.
How to style gold and silver rings with your outfits
Both gold and silver rings can be worn with a variety of outfits, colours and styles. Gumtree has some great ideas for you that can help create the perfect look.
Silver:
Gold:
Now that you’ve got the knowledge, it’s time to shop! Head to gumtree.co.za or your Gumtree app (click for Apple & Android) and don’t forget to use your location settings to find rings close to home.
- Cost: Gold rings are generally more expensive than silver ones as the latter can tarnish over time and even cause allergic reactions at times.
- Durability: Both gold and silver rings are durable as they are precious metals. However, gold does not tarnish and is resistant to scratches or other wear and tear. Silver, on the other hand, needs to be polished occasionally.
- Appearance: The main difference between the two metals is their hue: gold is yellow, and silver is grey. However, gold may come in rose gold or white gold too. Silver also comes in an oxidised form, which is a darker grey.
- Markings: It is important to find authentication markings on both these metals. For example: Sterling Silver may be marked with a ‘925’ or ‘Sterling’. Gold will be marked by the karat or purity.
How to style gold and silver rings with your outfits
Both gold and silver rings can be worn with a variety of outfits, colours and styles. Gumtree has some great ideas for you that can help create the perfect look.
Silver:
- A colour-blocked outfit can be a great backdrop for your silver rings
- Silver matches beautifully with dark hues such as royal blue, burgundy or purple
- Silver rings can be styled with outfits with different patterns or shapes
- Bring a boho chic look to your tan leather or suede with silver rings
Gold:
- Classic colours that are perfect for gold rings are black, emerald green or navy blue
- Dress up a casual or low-key outfit with vintage, chunky gold rings for that pop of style
Now that you’ve got the knowledge, it’s time to shop! Head to gumtree.co.za or your Gumtree app (click for Apple & Android) and don’t forget to use your location settings to find rings close to home.
