Black or gold mirror? Here's how to choose the right color for your interior

It’s a question that many people ask themselves when choosing a new mirror: black or gold? Both colors have their own distinct character, and the choice you make says a lot about the atmosphere you want to create in a room. A black mirror adds sharpness and strength, while a gold mirror brings warmth and softness to an interior. At Nordic Style , both colors are available in the brushed aluminum frame of virtually all collections, from the round Nea and the elegant Maj arched mirror to the organic Hanna and the sleek Finn. In this guide, we’ll help you, step by step, make the choice that best suits your space and style.

A mirror is never just a mirror. The frame is always visible, always present in the space. A black frame draws the eye, defines the shape, and gives the mirror a graphic presence. A gold frame does something different: it softly reflects the light and creates a sense of warmth, as if the mirror were part of the room’s lighting.

The frame color also complements the rest of the interior. What colors are featured in your furniture, flooring, and textiles? Is the room light or dark? What kind of atmosphere do you want to create? Below, we’ll take a closer look at when black works best, when gold is the better choice, and when you might want to opt for a completely different color instead.

There isn't really a rule of thumb, but there are clear signs that point you toward black or gold.

• Choose black to complement cool colors: shades of gray, blue-gray tones, white, concrete, and dark steel. Black also pairs well with an interior that is deliberately minimalist and sleek, where every element has been carefully chosen.
• Choose gold to complement warm colors: beige, cream, terra, cognac, olive green, and warm white. Gold works well in interiors that want to add a touch of luxury or coziness without going overboard.

A second consideration is the other hardware in the room. Think of faucets, handles, lighting, and other metal accents. If you match the mirror’s frame color to these accents, the room will feel like a cohesive whole. A bathroom with matte black faucets calls for a black mirror. A kitchen with gold handles and warm wooden flooring calls for gold.

And then there’s the question of character. Do you want a mirror that stands out and draws attention? Choose black. Do you want a mirror that blends into the warm surroundings and adds a sense of calm and elegance? Choose gold.

Nordic Style also offers aluminum frames in matte white and greige, and it's good to know when those colors are a better choice than black or gold.

• Matte white is the most neutral option: the frame almost disappears in a bright room, allowing the mirror's shape to take center stage. This works well if you don't want to draw attention to the frame itself.
• Greige is the color for those who want the best of both worlds: a unique blend of gray and beige that blends effortlessly with Scandinavian interiors. Greige is subtle, but not boring. It pairs well with earth tones, sand-colored walls, and off-white.

If you're unsure about the colors, you can request a sample box at nordic-style.nl/sample-box. It contains color samples of all the aluminum frame colors, so you can compare them at home under your own lighting conditions.

Black and soft gold are available in all aluminum frame collections at Nordic Style. This means that in both colors, you can choose from the collection’s full range of designs, from round mirrors to arched mirrors and from organic shapes to clean, straight rectangles.

• Nea (round): In black, it’s sleek and minimalist; in soft gold, it’s warm and refined. Perfect above a sink or as an accent on a light-colored wall.
• Maj (arched mirror): In black, it makes a bold statement in a hallway or bedroom. In soft gold, it’s understated, warm, and elegant for a living room with light-colored walls.
• Hanna (organic): In black, it’s graphic and almost sculptural. In soft gold, it’s gentler and more decorative—a mirror that blends into the interior like a warm accent.
• Finn / Jesper (sleek): In black, it’s ideal for a contemporary or industrial space. In soft gold, it fits right in with a more classic or eclectic setting.

Color selection is also important for hotels, hair salons, yoga studios, and other commercial interiors. In a hotel room with neutral and warm tones, gold mirrors work well: they add a sense of quality to the decor. In a hair salon with a modern, urban vibe, black is often the better choice: it looks professional and complements the sleek design that many salons use.

For larger projects, Nordic Style also offers business solutions, including customized quotes and personalized advice on material selection, color, and dimensions. For more information, visit nordic-style.nl/zakelijk.

Both the black and gold frames are made of brushed aluminum. This material is lightweight, strong, and moisture-resistant. The latter makes it suitable for use in the bathroom, which is not the case with wooden frames. The brushed aluminum has a matte, subtle texture that looks more attractive than a glossy painted frame and retains its appearance even after years of use.

The mirror glass itself is high-quality HD silver mirror glass: crystal-clear, distortion-free, with a thickness of 4 to 6 mm depending on the size. The back is coated with an explosion-proof safety film, ensuring that the glass remains intact in the event of damage. This applies to all mirrors in the collection, regardless of color or shape.

All mirrors from Nordic Style are delivered free of charge and professionally in the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, and France via a specialized carrier. Two days before delivery, you’ll receive an email with the delivery date and time window. Each mirror is carefully packaged and shipped with a complete set of mounting hardware, including screws and anchors.

Do you have any questions about which color best suits your interior? The team at Nordic Style would be happy to help you find the right choice by phone at +31 (0)182-700605 or by email at info@nordicstyle.eu.