Brass, Silver, Bronze and Copper finishes have been commonplace in homes for many years. But there’s a new metallic in town that is taking center stage – Rose Gold.
No, it isn’t brand new. Rose Gold finishing has been around for quite some time, mainly in jewelry. However, in the recent years, it is having a moment trending in home decor and seems to be rising in popularity.
WHAT IT IS
Essentially, Rose gold is a mix of Copper and Gold. Pure gold has a natural yellow tone to it, and pure copper a reddish hue. When the two alloys are mixed together, coloring will appear more or less red – depending on the concentration of copper use. Rose gold has just a ‘touch’ of copper, and appears more on the pink side of the spectrum.
Where Blush / Millennial Pink seems to have been the ‘it’ color for the past three or so years, Rose Gold is getting in on the action – as it’s metallic cousin.
WHERE/HOW TO USE IT
The metallic is shiny enough to catch your eye and command importance, but pale enough to be almost considered a neutral – meaning that people are not afraid to mix it into a multitude of home decor applications. Rose gold accents are showing up all over the house – from furniture, to wall art and small appliances!
Office
Check out how the blog fox & gypsy were able to DIY this amazing rose gold + marble desk for a fraction of the store price!
Kitchen
The kitchen styled by @all.things.homely is all glammed up! Check out the rest of her home via Instagram. I love how she ties little bits of rose gold into just about every room in her house (including the bathroom)!
Accents
Art for the home has also stepped into the rose gold trend. This gorgeous world map print , available on Etsy, really makes a statement!
Hardware
image via Styled on State
From cabinet pulls to the kitchen faucet – The detail that is added with the rose gold coloring is like jewelry to what could otherwise be considered a plain or utilitarian piece.
WHERE TO BUY
Rose gold accents and home decor items are popping up more frequently in both brick and mortar stores such as Target and Pier 1, as well as online. I found this collection of beauties on Amazon! *By clicking on the numbers below you will access affiliate links. As an Amazon associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. See my full disclosure here *
tea kettle | art print | planter
clock | table | hour glass
votive | tissue box | mesh bowl
MY THOUGHTS ON THIS HOME DESIGN TREND
I have to say that although I am intrigued by this additional metallic finish choice, I do feel that the rose gold trend is one that may not stand the test of time. To me, it just does not seem as classic as other finishes such as oil rubbed bronze and silver.
I could see myself adding a few touches of rose gold here and there to my home decor – a pillow, a picture frame, maybe a lamp. I personally have no intention of changing over more permanent aspects such as the kitchen faucet or the door hardware; But, if you love the look – I say go for it!
