Tough or subtle: what do women think of men wearing jewelry?

Many men wonder how jewelry looks—especially on women. Do they find it edgy, charming, too flashy, or inappropriate? Good news: more and more women appreciate it when a man pays attention to his look, and jewelry can be an important part of that. The trick is finding the right balance between edgy and subtle. In this article, you'll discover which look suits you and what women often pay attention to.

🔹 Tough and powerful

Bold jewelry has a robust look. Think wide bracelets, striking pendants, or necklaces with chunky links. They give your look a powerful, confident feel—something many women find attractive.

Features: wide links, dark oxidation in silver, rough textures, symbolic pendants (animals, coats of arms, tribal motifs).

Style tip: combine a cool necklace with a basic T-shirt or leather jacket for a casual, masculine look.

🔹 Subtle and refined

Subtle jewelry is smaller and often timeless. A sleek necklace, simple earring, or minimalist ring can look elegant and polished—ideal if you don't want to stand out too much but still want to show your taste.

Features: smooth silver, refined links, small details or matte finish.

Style tip: Pair a subtle necklace with a printed T-shirt for a relaxed yet polished look. The delicate chain softens the shirt's rugged appeal and demonstrates your attention to detail.

💬 Tip from women: More and more women appreciate it when men pay attention to their appearance and wear jewelry. The jewelry you choose says a lot about your personality: from subtle and meaningful to bold and bold. It's especially important that it's stylish and well-coordinated. This shows that you have an eye for detail and are not afraid to express yourself.

🔹 Combine both styles

You don't have to choose between bold and subtle. Mixing styles creates a unique look. Pair a chunky necklace with a minimalist ring, or a bold bracelet with a classic watch. This shows that you have an eye for detail and are not afraid to experiment.

🔹 Layered wear: playful and stylish

Want to add depth to your look? Consider wearing multiple necklaces at once. Varying the length and thickness creates a powerful and personal look. For example, combine a short, subtle link chain with or without a pendant with a longer necklace featuring beautiful natural (gem)stones.

Style tip: Choose necklaces in different lengths (for example, 45, 50, and 60 cm), and keep one necklace as the centerpiece. This way, it stays stylish and not too busy.

Additional benefit: by mixing you can always create different combinations and your jewelry collection feels versatile.

How do you discover your style?

Pay attention to your personality and situation
Extroverted? Then you can go all out with a statement piece that reflects your confidence. Do you prefer a more understated style or often wear business attire? Then more subtle jewelry works better—think a delicate silver ring, a sleek necklace, or an elegant earring that doesn't overpower but still exudes class. The jewelry you choose says something about your personality and shows that you pay attention to your appearance. Try it out. Sometimes you only know what feels right when you wear it. Feel free to visit our studio to try on different styles and see how they look.