The best look rarely comes from a single collection
We are a house of brands, not a single brand — and that's an advantage you can put to active use. When you mix designers, you also mix stories, craftsmanship, and styles that together become more personal than anything you could buy in a single collection.
Six simple principles that turn the mix into a look — not a coincidence
Stick to one metal color
Feel free to mix brands, but stick to either gold or silver tones within the same stack so the look stays cohesive.
Mix scale thoughtfully
Pair a fine, delicate piece of jewelry with one more robust statement piece — avoid having everything compete for attention.
Let one piece take center stage
Choose one piece, for example from Heide Heinzendorff or bastian inverun, as the eye-catcher, and let the rest play supporting roles.
Mix textures, not just brands
A smooth, polished piece of jewelry and a hammered or textured one create depth, even within the same metal color.
Think in layers, not pairs
A mix rarely works with just two pieces of jewelry. Build at least three layers — a base, an eye-catcher, and a detail — so it looks intentional rather than random.
Let the price range vary
An expensive statement piece and a more affordable basic piece of jewelry can easily sit side by side - it's the style that ties it together, not the price tag.
Start with your base
Choose one or two pieces of jewelry you always wear — a fine chain necklace, a simple bracelet. That's your base, and it can easily come from one brand, for example a classic Nordahl Jewellery chain. The base is what ties the rest of your mix together, no matter which other designers you add throughout the week.
Add character from another brand
Once the base is in place, you can add a piece with more personality — a signature ring from Heide Heinzendorff, organically shaped earrings from Joanli Nor, or a statement bracelet from bastian inverun. This is where the mix truly becomes your own, because you're combining different designers' signature styles into one unified expression
Materials that actually go together
Not all materials should be mixed at random. Gold and gold-plated silver go well together, since the color is the same even though the material differs. Stainless steel and titanium are both robust and "cool" in tone, and therefore work well together with raw silver. Avoid mixing shiny gold directly against rhodium-plated silver in the same stack — the contrast can come across as unintentional rather than stylish.
In short
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Avoid these mistakes
Too many eye-catchers at once - choose only one statement piece
Don't mix cool and warm metal tones at random
Don't start too big add one new piece at a time -
Everyday vs. party
Everyday: fine chains, discreet rings, one eye-catcher — ideally in waterproof steel.
Party: extra layers, a more striking ring, let the statement piece take over.
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New to mixing?
Start with two brands: one for your base, one for your first statement piece. Build from there, one brand at a time.
How to build your mix in practice
Choose your metal color
Gold, silver, or a mix? Decide this first — it's the most important decision for the whole mix.
Find your base
A simple, classic piece of jewelry you always wear, regardless of brand.
Add a statement piece
Choose one piece of jewelry with distinct personality from another brand — let it be the eye-catcher.
Finish off with a detailFinish off with a detailFinish off with a detail
A small ring, a single earring, or a thin bracelet that ties the rest together without drawing attention.
FAQ – What people ask
Can you really mix jewelry from different brands without it looking messy?
Can you really mix jewelry from different brands without it looking messy?
Yes - as long as you keep the metal color consistent and let one piece be the clear eye-catcher, while the rest play more discreet roles.
Do all pieces of jewelry need to match in style to be mixed?
Do all pieces of jewelry need to match in style to be mixed?
No, actually the opposite. A mix of styles - for example a minimalist piece from Nordahl Jewellery and a more organically shaped piece from Joanli Nor - is often exactly what makes the look personal and interesting.
How many pieces of jewelry should you maximum stack at once?
How many pieces of jewelry should you maximum stack at once?
There's no fixed rule, but a good rule of thumb is 3–5 pieces in total (necklaces, rings, and bracelets each counted separately), so the mix still feels intentional and not overwhelming.
Can you mix waterproof steel jewelry with gold and silver?
Can you mix waterproof steel jewelry with gold and silver?
Yes, but keep in mind that gold and silver jewelry should be removed when bathing or exercising, while the steel jewelry can stay on. They can absolutely be part of the same overall style, just not necessarily worn together underwater.
Do all pieces of jewelry need to be from the same price range for the mix to look right?
Do all pieces of jewelry need to be from the same price range for the mix to look right?
No. A price-conscious base piece and a more expensive statement piece work fine together — it's the style and metal color that tie the look together, not the price.
How do I avoid the mix looking messy instead of styled?
How do I avoid the mix looking messy instead of styled?
Stick to the four principles: one metal color, varied scale, one clear eye-catcher, and deliberate use of texture. As soon as two or more pieces of jewelry compete for attention at the same time, it's a sign to dial one thing back.