Why is unplated white gold taboo?

[FutureChocolateMLK]

I’m requesting unplated 14k WG when my ring is made by DK. I definitely prefer it’s warmth over the bright white rhodium. The plating on my original e-ring from nearly 15 years ago has worn off and I love the color!

Plus my husband wanted me to get WG and wanted YG, so I figured this was a happy medium

 

[Paul-Antwerp]

Hey Kenny,

Sorry if I did not read the entire thread. Just wanted to state that I am wearing a wedding-ring, in unplated white gold. Just love the brush.

Live long,

 

[blueMA]

It really depends on the metal alloy composition. Not all 14K white gold look the same.
I just got rid of my 14K white gold custom pendant that was unplated, and I never was keen on the darker look and it discolored even more after 20 years despite almost never wearing it.
Though I see some lovely unplated 14K pieces here on PS, but not all unplated white gold look that good in general.

 

[FutureChocolateMLK]

Here’s my piece. Forgot to add it above. Just wanted to post for future reference, and for anyone that’s choosing to go the DK route. I agree that all metal blends are not created equal! He offers a WG/palladium mix that doesn’t need plating and stays white, but I really like the warmth of the unplated personally. I know I’m probably in the minority!

 

[blueMA]

Yes, DK palladium mix is one of the best I've seen here on PS. However, palladium white gold have a reputation of being much softer than other mixes, such as nickel white golds. I suppose there's that tradeoff.