Earrings Guide
From delicate diamond studs to large, dramatic hoops, earrings add symmetry and grace to any wearer, enhancing any ensemble from casual chic to black-tie formal. We offer a wide selection of diamond earrings in many different styles. Each style offers a variety of shapes, metals, and mountings; so, to help guide you in your shopping experience, we gathered some information on the most popular styles.
Stud Earring Styles
The smallest and simplest earring design, studs consist of a diamond, gemstone, or metal ball that appears to float on the front of the earlobe. The stud is attached to a post that goes through the ear and is held in place with either a screw or slip-on back. The classic design of the stud earring makes it an excellent choice to pair with nearly any outfit.
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Hoop Earring Styles
Hoop earrings, a timeless and versatile accessory, come in various sizes and materials. These earrings range from small, delicate hoops that hug the earlobe to large, dramatic circles that make a bold fashion statement. Hoop earrings can be crafted from metals like gold, silver, or platinum and may also feature embellishments such as diamonds, gemstones, or intricate designs.
Their circular shape symbolizes unity and infinity, making them popular for casual and formal wear. Hoop earrings are easy to fasten, usually with a simple clasp or post, and can be customized, making them a cherished piece in many jewelry collections.
Drop Earring Styles
Drop earrings exude elegance and femininity, gracefully hanging from the earlobe. These earrings are fashioned from various metals and can be adorned with diamonds, gemstones, or a mix of different metals to create a distinctive appearance. The length of drop earrings varies significantly, from modest one-inch designs to striking pieces that nearly reach the shoulder.
This earring variety ensures that a pair of drop earrings is suitable for every style and occasion, whether it's a casual day out or a glamorous evening event. Their ability to complement any outfit makes them a versatile and sought-after accessory in fashion.
Types of Earring Backs
Backings serve to keep earrings in place and prevent the loss of fine jewelry and valuable gemstones. Below are descriptions of the most popular styles of earring backings.
Screw
Push
French
Latch
Lever
Lever-back
Similar to a latch back earring, the lever back relies on a fishhook of metal that passes through the ear and is secured to a hinged lever that folds out of the back of the earring. This backing is perfect for large, valuable earrings.
Screw-back
This backing style has a grooved end on the earring's post, the part that passes through the ear that screws into a secure back to hold the jewelry in place. Screw backings are more commonly seen in premium gold and platinum earrings to ensure valuable jewelry doesn't slip from the ear.
Push-back
Push backs are the most common earring backing. Comprised of a straight post that is inserted into a small metal piece behind the ear, these backs not only hold the earring in place, but many are interchangeable. This makes them very easy to replace in case you lose one. Push backs are sometimes called "butterflies" due to the distinctive shape of the metal backing piece.
French-back
Also known as a hinge or omega back, the French back is a loop of metal that hinges around the back of the ear to hold the earring in place and latches over the post where it emerges behind the earlobe. Although it is secure and comfortable, this backing is not quite as durable as other styles.
Latch-back
Often seen on hoop earrings, latch backs are comprised of a slightly curved piece of metal that slides through the ear and latches into a metal divot on the backside of the earring. The narrowed ends of the “U” shape of the divot ensure the metal piece remains in the latch, securing the earring to the ear.
Lever-back
Similar to a latch back earring, the lever back relies on a fishhook of metal that passes through the ear and is secured to a hinged lever that folds out of the back of the earring. This backing is perfect for large, valuable earrings.
Screw-back
This backing style has a grooved end on the earring's post, the part that passes through the ear that screws into a secure back to hold the jewelry in place. Screw backings are more commonly seen in premium gold and platinum earrings to ensure valuable jewelry doesn't slip from the ear.
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