10 Things You Didn’t Know About Rose Gold: The Perfect Floral Accompaniment
As the rose gold trend continues to shimmer across various industries, it remains a favourite choice backed by numerous celebrities. At Corsage Creations, we’re leading the way with rose gold floral accessories for the next wedding season. To ignite your inspiration, we’ve compiled a list of lesser-known facts about this stunning metal. Plus, to make it incredibly easy to incorporate rose gold into your designs, we’ve added a rose gold option to many of our most popular product lines. Check out our full rose gold selection, featuring brooches like the Heirloom and Aurora, as well as chair backs, wraps, diamante branches, rhinestone quintets, pearl sprays, buttonholes, and corsage bracelets.
1. Perfect Pairings with Flowers
Rose gold accessories beautifully complement pale pinks and serenity blues. For instance, pairing rose gold with blooms like Sweet Akito roses, Pink Lollypop hydrangea, and Fantasy snowberries creates an elegant look. For a vintage vibe, consider Antigua or Babylon carnations. If you prefer a contrasting shade, follow Pantone’s lead by combining rose gold with a cool blue, such as delphinium or hydrangea varieties.
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2. A touch of Russian History
The allure of rose gold dates back to 19th-century Russia when Carl Fabergé introduced it to the public. He blended yellow gold with copper to create what was originally known as “Russian gold,” closely resembling the rose shade we love today.
3. Ancient Colombian Origins
The Nahuange people of ancient Colombia discovered that by over-polishing gold artifacts, they could reveal pink and orange tones beneath the surface. This technique led to the creation of fashionable rose-gold jewellery as early as the first millennium AD.
4. Cartier’s Iconic Contribution
In the 1920s, Cartier revived rose gold's popularity with the launch of their Trinity ring. This timeless piece features three bands of gold in grey, yellow, and rose, establishing rose gold as a classic choice in the jewellery world.
5. Pantone's Endorsement
Rose gold gained further recognition when Pantone named it one half of its 2016 Color of the Year alongside Rose Quartz. Pantone’s experts have highlighted how this shade flatters all skin tones, making it an attractive choice for jewellery and accessories.
6. Apple Made It Mainstream
While Samsung first introduced rose gold gadgets, it was Apple’s iPhone 6s in 2015 that popularized the colour in consumer technology, making it a must-have trend in various industries.
7. Wedding Décor Advice from Vogue
Vogue suggests that while rose gold is stunning, it’s best to use it sparingly in wedding décor. Mindy Weiss of Mindy Weiss Party Consultants recommends incorporating touches of rose gold rather than overwhelming your décor, mixing it with other metallic for a balanced look.
8. Engagement Ring Trend of 2018
According to JewelryKind, rose gold is set to be the top engagement ring choice for 2018, as demand continues to soar, with celebrities frequently spotted wearing it.
9. A Popular Hair Trend
Rose gold isn’t just for jewelry and décor; it’s also a trending hair color. Shades like “buttered rose gold” and “rose brown” are gaining popularity, endorsed by beauty experts and celebrities alike.
10. Ubiquitous Trend
Finally, rose gold has infiltrated various aspects of our lives. From balloons to plumbing fixtures, it’s making waves in technology, wedding cakes, interior design, and, of course, it’s one of the biggest new lines at Corsage Creations.