What Jewellery Colour Suits Me? A Guide for Every Skin Tone

Ever put on a piece of jewellery and felt like something just looked… off? Maybe it didn’t pop against your skin the way you hoped, or clashed with your overall look. You’re not alone — many Aussies face this dilemma when shopping for jewellery. The good news? The answer often lies in your skin tone, undertone, hair colour and even eye colour.

At Blush & Co, we believe that choosing the right jewellery isn’t just about trends — it’s about finding the metals and stones that naturally make you look good. Whether you're blonde and beachy, dark-haired and dramatic, or rocking silver hair with pride, there’s a perfect jewellery shade for you.

Let’s help you find it.

Why Jewellery Colour Matters

Jewellery does more than accessorise — it can brighten your complexion, highlight your features and lift your whole outfit. But not all colours suit every person equally. Knowing what works for you can make shopping quicker, styling easier and your confidence soar.

Plus, once you know your match, you can start building a collection that’s totally you.

Step 1: What’s Your Skin’s Undertone?

Your skin tone is what you see on the surface — fair, medium, olive, deep — but your undertone is the secret to what jewellery suits you best.

How to Find Your Undertone:

• The Vein Test: Look at the veins on your wrist in natural light.

• If they appear blue or purple, you likely have a cool undertone.

• If they look green, you have a warm undertone.

• If it’s a mix or hard to tell, you’re likely neutral.

• White vs Off-White: Hold up a white shirt and an off-white one.

• If you look better in white, you're cool-toned.

• If off-white suits you more, you're warm-toned.

• Jewellery Test: Do you shine in silver or gold?

• Silver usually flatters cool tones.

• Gold complements warm tones.

• If both look great, lucky you, you might be neutral!

Step 2: Match Jewellery to Your Undertone

Cool Undertones

If your skin has pink, red or blue hints, you’ll glow in:

• Silver

• White gold

• Platinum

Gems to look for: Sapphire, amethyst, emerald, blue topaz.

Shop the look: Explore our bestselling silver pieces that flatter cool undertones

Warm Undertones

Warm-toned skin has golden, peachy or olive hints. You’ll shine in:

• Yellow gold

• Rose gold

• Copper

Gems to look for: Citrine, garnet, peridot, turquoise.

Shop the look: Discover radiant gold and rose gold collections

Neutral Undertones

Lucky you — both silver and gold typically suit you.

Best picks:

• Mixed metals

• Soft yellow or white gold

• Muted silvers

Gems to look for: Diamond, opal, aquamarine, moonstone.

Shop the look: Browse our versatile mixed-metal favourites

Step 3: What’s Your Hair Colour?

Your hair can play a big role in jewellery compatibility, especially when it comes to creating contrast or harmony.

Blonde Hair

• Ash (cool) blondes: Stick with silver and cool-toned stones.

• Warm blondes: Stick with yellow and gold.

• Cool redheads: Try rose gold and yellow gold for a sun-kissed look.

Red Hair

• Red hair, whether fiery or auburn, pairs well with rose gold and yellow gold.

• Jewel tones like emerald, turquoise, and garnet bring that natural warmth.

Brunettes

• Cool brunettes (ash brown, espresso): Look great in silver and white gold.

• Warm brunettes (chocolate, caramel): Go for gold, bronze, or copper tones.

Black Hair

• Black hair adds contrast — great with bold silver, platinum, or rich yellow gold, depending on skin undertone.

Grey or Silver Hair

While these rules are a guide, style is personal. The best jewellery makes you feel confident, radiant, and like the best version of yourself.

Now that you know your tone, eye and hair match, shopping is much easier.

Step 4: Eye Colour Can Enhance Your Sparkle

Don’t underestimate your eyes — jewellery can draw attention to them when paired thoughtfully.

Blue Eyes

• Look radiant in silver and white gold.

• Pair with stones like sapphire, topaz, or aquamarine.

Green Eyes

• Glimmer with gold and rose gold.

• Accent with emerald, peridot, or warm-toned gems.

Brown Eyes

• Super versatile. Both gold and silver work well.

• Rich hues like amber, garnet, and onyx look stunning.

Hazel Eyes

• These chameleons do well with mixed metals.

• Try green or golden-toned stones for an extra pop.

Step 5: Pulling It All Together

Let’s say you have:

• Warm skin

• Hazel eyes

• Chestnut brown hair

Your best bet? Rose gold or yellow gold jewellery with warm gemstones like garnet or citrine.

Or maybe you’re:

• Cool-toned

• Blonde

• Blue-eyed

Try silver or white gold with stones like sapphire or moonstone.

Pro Tip: Not everything has to “match.” Sometimes contrast creates the most beautiful balance.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Ignoring your undertone — buying based solely on trend may leave you disappointed.

• Over-accessorising — mixing too many metal colours at once can overwhelm your look.

• Assuming one size fits all — what looks great on your friend may not work for you.

Quick Reference: Jewellery Colour Cheat Sheet

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Trust Your Style — and Shop With Confidence

While these guidelines are here to help, style is always personal. The best jewellery makes you feel confident, glowing, and like your best self.

Now that you know your tone, eye and hair match, shopping gets a whole lot easier.

Ready to Find Your Perfect Jewellery Colour?

Now that you know what suits you, shop the styles that make you glow.
Whether you’re team gold or silver, we’ve got collections for every tone and style.

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Blush & Co serves jewellery lovers all over Australia — from beachy Bondi to cosy Melbourne mornings — with affordable, quality pieces that fit you.

Be beautiful, shop smart and let your jewellery do the talking.