It’s important to know what size of earring is best for your ears so that you don’t end up with an uncomfortable pair of earrings that don’t fit right or fall out easily. This is a complete guide to different sizes of earrings which help you to select the right size.
It is worth noting that size depends on the types of earrings. This guide will help you determine which size is right for your ears.
What Are the Different Types of Earrings and their Sizes?
Hoop Earrings
A hoop earring is a classic design that has been around for years. They are most popularly worn by women, but men also wear them as well. Hoops usually come in pairs and are made of gold, silver, or platinum metal.
These metal hoops can be found in many different sizes and shapes, from very small to large enough to go around your ear lobe.
Are Versatile
Hoops can be worn with any type of clothing, even formal outfits as long as they don’t overpower your look by being too big or gaudy. They’re a good choice if you’re looking for something that will complement rather than detract from your outfit.
Hoops Sizes
The diameter of your hoop determines its size. You may hear people refer to their earrings as small, medium, or large hoops based on how wide they are when worn. Smaller hoops are usually 15mm wide, while larger ones can be up to 70mm wide (or even bigger).
If you have small ears, consider wearing smaller hoops so they don’t overwhelm your face. If you have larger ears, try wearing bigger hoops to draw attention to them.
Stud Earrings
Stud earrings are the most common type of earrings. They consist of a post that goes through the piercing, a backing that secures the earring, and a stud on top. The stud is usually made from precious metals or gems.
Comes in All sorts of Styles, Shapes, and Sizes
Studs are usually worn alone, but they can also be combined with other types of earrings. For example, you can wear one stud in each ear with a pair of drop earrings.
Studs come in all sorts of shapes and sizes; some are very simple while others have more decorative designs on them. There are even some that look like miniature works of art.
Stud Earring Sizes
Small Studs
Small studs are great for everyday wear because they look good with most outfits but won’t make too much of an impact. Small stud earrings have studs with a diameter of 3mm to 4mm.
Medium Studs
Medium-size stud earrings are slightly larger than small ones at 4 to 5mm in diameter but not as large as large ones which can reach up to 7mm in diameter. Medium-sized studs are ideal for everyday wear because they look good with almost any outfit yet don’t overpower your face like larger ones.
Large Stud Earrings
Large stud earrings at size 7mm in diameter are typically worn by women who want to make an impression without being too flashy. These types of earrings can get extremely large, so they are usually reserved for special occasions like weddings or other formal events.
The downside to large studs is that they don’t make sense if you’re trying to keep things simple and understated. However, if you want to make an impact with your jewelry, then these might be the best choice for you.
Here are some examples of stud earrings:
Pearl Studs
These classic studs will never go out of style. They come in many varieties, including traditional white pearls or black pearls, which look great with any outfit.
Crystal Studs
These beautiful studs are made from clear crystal that looks like diamonds in the sunlight, but they don’t cost as much.
Tahitian Pearl Studs
These earrings feature pearls from Tahiti that have an iridescent color coating that makes them look like they’re glowing.
Chandelier Earrings
These are long drop earrings that hang down from your earlobe by several chains. Chandelier earrings may have just one chain or several depending on how many chains you want in each pair. These often look best when worn with evening gowns since they add some elegant sparkle.
Size Matters
The size of chandelier earrings is important because they can make or break an outfit. If they are too big or too small, then they will look out of place and out of proportion with what else you are wearing.
The diameter or size of a chandelier earring can be adjusted by adding or removing links. This makes it possible to adjust the size according to your preference.
Dangle Earrings
Dangle earrings are another popular type of earring that has been around for decades. Dangling earrings hang from the lobe of your ear or from the top part of your ear piercing. They can be made from many different materials, including gold, silver and diamonds.
Can be Long or Short
They can be long or short depending on the style that you choose. Dangle drops tend to be more feminine than other types of earrings because they have multiple layers of loops or chains hanging down from them.