There’s something about that shimmery glimmery yellow gold that’s oh-so… Tacky. Seriously, 1970 called. They want their signature look back. It’s not all bad, right? Well, friends, that depends entirely on the decade–and who you’re asking.
Check it out. If you’re hard set on yellow-gold-glory, we may not be able to stop you, but we’re sure going to try. Here are our top 5 reasons to avoid yellow gold engagement rings.
All That Glitters
Yellow gold is the OG shiny goodness. It’s been sculpted, sought after, coveted, traded, worn, and won for literal centuries. In the realm of fine things, you can’t get any purer than pure gold.
Talk about the real deal. It’s an actual element, all-natural, and the stuff comes straight out of the ground that magical color. It’s long been imitated, and although many alchemists have tried, it has never been duplicated.
And all that history is exactly why yellow gold feels old. It’s the oldest of all the fine metals and was the only one used in fancy fine jewelry for a long time. White and rose gold wasn’t even invented until the 19th century, and they’re both made of yellow gold. Talk about over-saturation.
Yellow gold engagement rings are seriously stunning, especially with a little extra sparkle. The Jasmine, The Lindsey and The Penelope
1. Yellow Gold is Tacky
Long associated with 1970s vibes and Mr. T, yellow gold is a bit, well, tacky for our tastes. While warm gold has ebbed and flowed in popularity for centuries, it’s a bold color choice that can be a bit much.
We do have to admit the rich and luxurious look can be straight-up stunning. So how do you take that shimmery pirate booty from tacky to timeless? It’s all about style.
Check it out. These yellow gold engagement rings are clean and classic. The cool flash of an Emerald diamond paired up with solitaire is stunning any way you slice it. Whether it’s understated and elegant, like The Kamellie or slightly twisted, like The Alice.
Too much of anything is totally tacky. That’s just facts. So if you’re into the historical golden vibe, go for a flawless fit with the clean and classic look.
The Kamellie and The Alice with a 2 carat Emerald cut Diamonds in Yellow Gold
2. Yellow Gold Looks Like Grandma Jewelry
Yellow gold has a dusty old lady energy to it, and that’s just the way it is. With so much vintage jewelry being forged in the stuff, it only makes sense that we associate it with grandma vibes.
So how do you avoid looking old-lady chic? There’s something to be said by swinging toward a clean, modern look. But if you want to embrace history, it is possible to dust off the cobwebs.
Going with a vintage-inspired piece can be a great way to give a nod to grandma. It takes all the timeless and none of the elastic pants energy.
We have to admit, there’s something about the classic color that brings out a seriously regal energy. In a vintage-inspired setting like The Jasmine, it’s giving art nouveau. It’s a jaw-dropping combo of elevated antique, never outdated, and an engagement ring that just so happens to slay. It’s antique with an update, and it doesn’t smell like Avon.
3. Yellow Gold Is Old and Outdated
Again with the old-school. The thing is, yellow gold feels outdated because it is. It’s been around for thousands of years. It’s like ok, we get it already.
While it might be a-ok for antiques, we want something fresh and modern, and our first thought is not yellow gold.
However, if you’re dead set on updating a dinosaur, check out The Charlotte. This setting has so much modern energy it makes TikTok look like a stone tablet. It has sleek, modern lines that are giving serious editorial glam. If clean lines aren’t fresh enough, a tilt of the hand reveals some seriously stunning sparkle from the hidden halo.
Sleek and stunning. The Charlotte with Emerald and Radiant cut Diamonds in Yellow Gold
4. Yellow Gold Clashes With Everything
The hardest part about accessorizing is choosing something that doesn’t scream, “I don’t belong here!” And it seems like that’s yellow gold’s favorite thing to do.
The yellow shimmer stands out, making it hard to match your otherwise flawless wardrobe to that thing sitting on your finger.
The thing is, a yellow gold engagement ring with a glittering diamond is going to get noticed, so you better make sure it’s for the right reasons.
Yellow gold can look stunning with both colorful and subdued wardrobes. It can even match other gold jewelry. Just make sure you love the look of the shimmery stuff cause it’s going to get seen.
The Kamellie, The Nelly and The Alex in Yellow Gold
5. Yellow Gold Doesn’t Look Good On Everyone
Will yellow gold even look good on you? It’s pretty common for people to hate the way something looks with their skin tone, and yellow gold is no exception.
While there’s no skin color that is “right” for yellow gold, there isn’t really one that is wrong with it, either.
Yellow gold is a look. So if you’re going with a yellow gold engagement ring, then you better make sure you love the way it looks on your finger.
In the end, it’s actually less about skin tone and more about style. Warm and lustrous yellow gold is truly stunning and can look stunning on anyone. It’s all about finding a style that suits you. The color of the gold is all about personal preference.
The Penelope with an Oval cut Diamond and with an Emerald cut Diamond in Yellow Gold
Mix, Match, and Don’t Forget to Stack
If you’re not all gung-ho but still want to sprinkle in a little gold shimmer, don’t forget you can mix it up. Yellow gold plays well with others.
A white gold wedding band, a few rose gold rings on the stack, and a yellow gold engagement ring, you do you, boo.
Into a little less is more? A yellow gold engagement ring setting that’s dripping in diamonds will let just a little warmth show through. With a touch of that classic gold appeal, you can enjoy all the stunning sparkles your heart desires.
The Hidden Halo Penelope with a 2 carat Marquise Moissanite in Yellow Gold and The Kristen band in White Gold
Ready To Snatch Some Shimmer?
Far from being a dusty old downer, yellow gold is fierce. It’s been snatched up for centuries by everyone from pirates to queens. It’s pretty much luxury incarnate.
That warm shimmery hue is simply stunning. From vintage vixen to the future Mrs. Modern, yellow gold engagement rings match any style, any time. The cool kiss of sunshine look is majorly in, the classic vibe isn’t going nowhere, and we love to hear it.
