By Lainey Toole
It's time to step up your ear game. Your ears frame your face. Why overlook an essential accessory that turns heads?
Earrings and ear cuffs alike bring a certain vibe to your aesthetic. While designing your next ear look, try mixing textures and metals to make your look unique. If you don't have your ears pierced, don't fret. Most ear cuffs imply an easy on and off process. Several brands incorporate clip-on pieces to meet the needs of all customers. If you're in the market for eye-catching ear jewelry, check out these brands.
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Mejuri claims the title of the all-rounder. Where most jewelry pieces from 'high-quality' brands fail, Mejuri wins. I have yet to see my two-year-old ear cuff tarnish. Mejuri's jewelry pieces are worth every penny. It has a wide variety of metal options for every jewelry lover. From thick cuffs to diamond ear climbers, Mejuri knows what it's doing. Mejuri's newest collection, goop x Mejuri, offers dazzling gold pieces to elevate a basic sweatsuit look. If you're looking for quality pieces to last you a lifetime, check out the Best Sellers page. Mejuri recently launched a men’s line of jewelry as well.
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Ana Luisa recently took over the jewelry scene. Outstanding influencer marketing delivered Ana Luisa a new consumer base. Ana Luisa sells carbon-neutral jewelry pieces sourced from transparent locations. Michelle Choi, a successful YouTube creator, partnered with Ana Luisa to develop a stunning jewelry collaboration. The Dobby earring features a light green gemstone with gold plating around the edges. Upgrade your daily hoop assortment with a splash of rich green. The Michelle collection also features a double-stacked gold ear cuff to match the hoops. Thankfully, each piece comes with a 365-day warranty to assure satisfaction with each piece. Ana Luisa's statement earrings scream elegance. Check out some of Ana Luisa's best earrings here.
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SiiZU meets all your sustainable concerns. While some companies claim sustainable methods, SiiZU takes the extra step. SiiZU notes that "sustainability isn't merely a promise, it is a driving force behind every decision and SiiZU". If that doesn't convince you to shop for its earrings, I don't know what will. SiiZU ranges from understated simplicity to show-stopping glam. While most brands reimagine the generic hoop, SiiZU plays with colors and mediums in each collection. Each jewelry piece takes my breath away. Its drop earrings give the finishing touch to a sophisticated look. My favorite drop earrings, the Gracie Donut earrings, present a stack of pearls and porcelain to spice up a daily look. The blue detailing adds the perfect amount of 'hey, you, look at my new earrings' to your ear stack. SiiZU's Aspen Clip-On earrings provide the ideal ratio of pearl to gemstone. A dainty green gem sits atop a teardrop pearl for a comfortable fit.
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Soko, another sustainable power-house brand, presents a whole new approach to ear decoration. The Holy Fringe Jacket Earrings fit with any existing earring. The piece sits between the back of the lobe and the earring back. Its dramatic movement catches the sun and compliments a top knot hairstyle. A jacket earring elevates your existing earring collection. Soko's Waya Ear Cuff tops off the look with a triple-stacked setup. While most sustainable brands price pieces too high, Soko considers its audience. Soko dedicates production to artists without a platform or a voice. Like a breath of fresh air, the team consists of talented women focused on ethical practices. Its mobile technology connects "marginalized Kenyan artisans directly to the global marketplace."
The personal expression often begins with exterior efforts. Ear jewelry enables the customer to personalize their style. If you haven't switched up your daily look, experiment with ear jewelry pieces that appeal to you. External expression is empowering. Taking a step out of your comfort zone leads to new beginnings. Ear cuffs and statement pieces communicate your message; don't be afraid to explore different aesthetics.
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Justine Clenuet is a niche jewelry brand with Avante-Garde designs. Almost every earring pair looks asymmetrical. The brand’s beauty lies in the designs that you can’t find at any other shop. The new Pearl Collection hosts a line of brilliant earrings, necklaces, and rings. The Jill Earrings are part of the Permanent Collection. The two-tone metals and pearl-diamond duo steal the show. The Tara Earrings from the SS21 collection come from jewelers in France. The Selma Earcuff deserves an honorable mention as well. A small collection of Justine Clenquet’s pieces can also be found on Kith’s website.