The latest trend in earrings is all about eye-catching, shoulder grazing colour. But even if you identify as a fashion minimalist, there’s an earrings trend you can try this season.
It’s probably been a while since you relied on your lobes to tie your outfit together, but with this season’s introduction of bold earrings, it’s not so farfetched. From delicate studs to long, dangly drops to bold oversized hoops, the options to accessorize your ears are endless. And while we recommend going big with it comes to your jewellery this season, even minimalists and stud-lovers will find something to get excited about. For an inside scoop, we spoke to Canadian jewellery designer, Lissa Bowie, about the latest trends in earrings.
Big, bold and round
The return of oversized hoops (a la J. Lo-era Jennifer Lopez) should be your entry point to this season’s earring trend. “Hoops made a grand appearance this season,” says Bowie, “each with their own textures, sizes, and shapes.” From smaller thicker hoops to thinner shoulder-reaching circles, the best part about this trend is that when it comes to size, anything goes. To keep this look modern, keep your makeup and the rest of your outfit simple.
Join the cult of colour
The idea of wearing bright colours in the summer seems obvious but isn’t necessarily when it comes to jewellery. It’s easy to stick to metal tones—gold, silver, or even the more trendy rose gold—and forget that there is an entire rainbow of other colours to choose from. According to Bowie, turquoise is a perfect summer shade because it’s reminiscent of all the things we love in summer: “blue skies and water—it’s a stone that embodies warm sunny days forever.” Moving into fall, take that bold sentiment and find yourself some jewel-tone accessories. We love a rich garnet, a deep emerald, or a saturated blue to liven up the grey, black and denim wardrobe we turn to in the fall.
Ship shape
Choosing earrings with an unusual texture, shape or material is a simple and fun way to add interest to your look. Bowie recommends looking for pieces that are full of movement and subtle detail. Think multiple strands, twisted metals, varying finishes and different elements. Drop earrings are a perfect way to play with length, shape, and texture, and find something that no one else has.
Less is (still) more
If larger earrings sound intimidating or seem contrary to your minimalist esthetic, a pair of stud earrings are an absolute must-have. You can stick with the tried-and-true studs you love—but try a modern update. Even the smallest of earrings, with their beautiful and intricate designs, can be interesting. The rules apply when choosing a smaller set of earrings—consider the colour, shape, and texture. Picking playful studs with an interesting shape (arrows, stars), texture (stippling, striping) or colour (saturated jewel tones, pretty pastels) can make your stud game strong.
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A modern twist
The 90s are experiencing a comeback with a modern twist. We love these gold hoops with the gold tusk charms.
Tusk hoops, $45, Lissa Bowie.
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A modern twist
The 90s are experiencing a comeback with a modern twist. We love these gold hoops with the gold tusk charms.
Tusk hoops, $45, Lissa Bowie.
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Twice as nice
We love the texture of these double-sided studs. The cutout pattern reminds us of Cinderella’s magical carriage.
Floral Cutout Ear Jackets, $7, forever21.com.
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Next level
With one golden bar slightly lower than the other, these ear jackets work on multiple levels, literally.
Kain ear jackets, $85, jenny-bird.ca.
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On trend
Ear jackets are one of the trendiest styles of earrings right now. The two-piece earring bedazzles the front and back of your ear.
Holland earrings, $120, hillbergandberk.com.
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Round and round
Shape, colour, and texture come together in this pair of eye-catching drop earrings.
Eloredia earrings, $12, aldoshoes.com.
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Ocean blue
We love the simplicity of these drop earrings and the blue adds a nice pop of colour.
Ginger pierced earrings, 89, swarovski.com.
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Love me or love me knot
We definitely love the shape of these sterling silver love knots earrings.
Sterling silver love knot stud earrings, $16.50, claires.com.
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Tasseled threaders
A little colour goes a long way with these beautiful tassel earrings. These threader-styled earrings actually hook around your ear.
Rebecca Minkoff threader Earrings with Tassels, $48, shopbop.com.
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Iconic hoops
It would seem that hoops are here to stay—at least for the moment. These thin, oversized hoops are both simple and bold.
Icon Hoops, $75, jenny-bird.ca.
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No holds barred
These bar earrings may seem super simple, but the curved shape adds a certain beauty to these minimalist-inspired ear jewels.
Curved bar earrings, $80, melanieauld.ca.
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Beaded beauties
Make a statement with these coral-coloured drop earrings. The beads and sequin details are guaranteed to turn heads.
Beaded garden earrings, $102, jcrew.com.
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Mix metals
Don’t be afraid to mix metals. Gold and silver can work together beautiful.
Asher earrings, $54, stelladot.com.
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Knotted up
These stunning two-toned love knots will remain classic for years to come.
Interlinked Circles earrings, $110, pandora.net.
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Oh, ombré
The ombré effect of these gold tassel earrings is a subtle but beautiful way to add colour.
Downtown tassel earrings, $25, freepeople.com.
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Tiny textured studs
These studs can be worn everyday. They might be tiny but its wavy surface adds an interesting texture.
Gorjana Chloe small stud earrings, $42, indigo.ca.
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Out of this world
Take the classic hoop earring and add a fun pop of colour. The turquoise center of these oversized hoop earrings look like a planet in orbit.
Movement Orbital Hoop Earrings, $88, anthropologie.com.
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Turquoise texture
This pair of drop earrings are a mix of texture with a pop of colour in the center. We can see why Sophie Gregoire Trudeau is a fan of these.
One of a kind breezers earrings, $82, Lissa Bowie.
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