Earrings are an essential part of almost every woman’s jewelry wardrobe . They complete a look and frame a face.
Metals
Earrings come in every type of metal, including stainless steel, but we’re starting here because it’s the one thing people can be allergic to. The most common metal allergy is nickel, which can cause itching, rash, swelling and blisters.
Below are 5 Types of Earrings
Clip-ons Earrings
The world pretty much went pierced in the 1970s, so clip-ons aren’t very popular anymore. Clip-ons are held in place literally with a hinged pressure clip on the back of the ear or with a screw that tightens onto your realobe. It’s rare that you’ll find a comfortable pair of clip-ons, but, like certain shoes, certain pairs are worth it.
Studs Earrings
Studs are probably the most popular form of earring. Diamond studs are popular because a single, beautiful gem stands alone with no other distraction on the ear surface. Studs with or without gemstones in them look great on a narrow face, and can be worn to dress up jeans and a tee, or finish a night-on-the-town look.
Hoops Earrings
The classic hoop is a piece of metal that circles the ear from front to back, leaving room between the bottom of the earring and the earlobe. Thin, large hoops are young and trendy, while smaller hoops are more sedate and elegant. Hoops can be simple, clean metal, garnished simply with a gem or two, or encrusted with diamonds. There are asymmetrical hoops for a more adventurous look. Super-versatile, hoops are classic business or weekend look for many women, and look great on a square face.
Chandeliers Earrings
A form of drop earring that’s much longer and more complex, chandelier earrings are often dramatic because of their shape, length and size. Chandeliers are great for those who love drama and movement, and are good looks for women with heart-shaped and oval faces. They also provide women with round faces with a slimming effect- but keep in mind they may tangle in long hair. Because they are so long, and usually made up of multiple gems and metal elements, you should consider their weight on your earlobe before purchasing.
Threaders Earrings
A versatile and an easy look, threaders feature a simple chain that slides through your piercing, allowing the design, whether gem, diamond, or all metal, to hang free in the front. With no back closure, they can be easy to wear. Just thread them in and go! Curvy threaders look great on heart-shaped faces. As with other dangly earrings, you must be careful not to catch them on clothes or tangle them in your hair.
