Diamond earrings make a great gift for yourself or your special loved one and will last a lifetime.
Diamond earrings have that special “power” among accessories in that they can instantly dress up the most casual of outfits with ease. Luckily, most styles of earrings do match most wardrobe looks so choosing the “perfect” earring is quite simple as well. As a direct result, buying earrings is definitely a pleasant experience. In fact, there are earrings available to reflect each style, occasion … and yes, there are even earrings out there that can appropriately reflect your mood!
Throughout history and today, earrings have been worn by various cultures throughout the world. It is a well documented fact that the ancient Egyptians and Greeks alike adorned themselves with eye-catching earrings. In the 1800s and 1900s, even male sailors pierced an earlobe as it symbolized great sailing experience. As an added benefit, they believed that the pierced lobe increased their long-distance sight!
In the United States though, it was popular to have pierced ears until clip-on earrings replaced this trend in the 1920s. However, during the 1960s, the tide turned once again, and pierced ears fell into favor.
Small stud earrings are always a crowd pleaser when it comes to accessorizing. You can always count on these cute earrings to instantly dress up business attire, evening gowns or even jeans. Pearl stud earrings are also always popular for adding a “classic feel” to your outfits. Larger pearls are especially great for making a statement with your glamorous evening attire. Diamond studs, of course, add instant “dazzle” and “sophistication” to any look. It is no surprise then, that these types of earrings are usually the most popular earrings purchased.
One style of earring that definitely stands the test of time is the ever-popular hoop earrings. Hoop earrings are semi-circular or circular in design, and are available in the traditional metals of silver, gold, and platinum, and range in size from the smallest of hoops (huggies) to the largest of hoops (baseball sized). Be on the lookout though for some original looking hoops as well as some hoop earrings are molded to resemble such shapes as stars and hearts.
Additionally, there are hoop earrings out there that are embellished with ornate jewels for added interest. If you are looking for durability, hoop earrings made of platinum, 18 Karat gold, or sterling silver definitely can withstand plenty of use.
Another popular earring for a dramatic look is a chandelier earring. Popularized by celebrities as of late, these earrings definitely dress up an outfit in a “major way”. Chandelier earrings with a variety of colored stones convey a “fresh” look.
Another hot earring look is the drama and elegance of the drop earrings. Drop or dangle earrings “drop” and “dangle” from the earlobes, and they are available in a variety of different lengths. Cute and dainty drop-style pearl or diamond drop earrings, for instance, add an excellent finishing touch to formal wear.
With regard to the more trendier long drop earring styles out there though, sparkling jewels placed strategically on precious metal strands are very popular this year. More specifically, earrings made of the precious metals of yellow gold or sterling silver are especially making the rounds of celebrities this season.
Another popular style of earrings this season is the “pendant-style” earrings. These earrings naturally have a “pendant-like” aspect to them, and this pendant-style includes a small ball-like attachment to much more elaborate pieces.
Other earring styles that are popular this year include button-shaped earrings with crystal cuts, baroque pearl earrings, earrings with a starburst theme, art deco inspired earrings, bohemian-themed earrings, and of course, the ever popular vintage inspired earrings.
Clip-on earrings are the oldest style of earrings ever made. They attach to the ear lobe using a tension clip that attaches to the ear lobe. These types of earrings today are rarely used as pierce earrings have replaced the clip-on variety.
An ear cuff is another ear ornament that is worn with joy by some individuals. Basicly, this ear cuff is a curved metal band that resembles a hoop shape. The ear cuff then stays in place by pinching the ear cuff in the desired location.
Of course, earrings are available in a myriad of different looks to suit your fancy – from cute heart-shaped earrings to button style earrings to bold chunky style earrings in bright colours, you are sure to find numerous styles of earrings to add to your jewelry collection.
About The Author
Jenny Hinks has been a jeweler for 20 years and has run her own successful retail business for the past 10 years.
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