It may be one of the oldest forms of human adornment, but the humble earring has evolved. From simple hoops to statement climbers and mix and match studs, this styling guide helps explain the modern way to dress your ears.
KNOW YOUR EARRINGS
You know your hoops from your studs, but you may need to swot up on some more unusual terms; ‘ Huggie’ — a small hoop that ‘ hugs’ the lobe of the ear; ‘ Climbers’ — earrings that sweep up the ear from the lobe; ‘ Ear jacket’— an ornamental piece that threads onto the earring post behind the lobe, hanging beneath the ear.
MIX AND MATCH EARRINGS
Look around and you’ l l see that from the runway to the street, when it comes to earrings, anything goes; single, mismatched, multiples. Spurred on by celebrity piercers Colby Smith and Maria Tash, the new look is all about curation. I f you have multiple piercings, don’t be afraid to mix and match styles — try a combination of delicate studs, or pair a statement design with a small hoop.
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