How to choose your earrings?

Earrings are timeless fashion accessories that allow women to express a confident look. These beautiful earrings , each more stunning than the last, must nevertheless complement your physique to achieve a style that aligns with current trends . Several factors must be considered to ensure this. Want to know how to choose your earrings ? Discover all our tips.

The main types of earrings

Before choosing your jewelry, we invite you to discover the different types of earrings available to enhance your beauty. From large, statement earrings to subtly seductive studs , there are many styles of ear jewelry, from the most classic to the most original !

Hoop earrings are fashionable jewelry, easily recognizable by their ring shape. These round earrings give a look that is both chic and casual to those who wear them. Hoop earrings can be round, but also oval, square, or various geometric shapes. Thin hoop earrings are distinguished from thick hoop earrings by the thinness of the ring. Small models are generally called mini hoop earrings .

Stud earrings , also known as studs, are small, discreet and lightweight earrings , often worn daily, especially for work.

Clip-on earrings are a stylish accessory that women with unpierced earlobes can wear. They come in a wide variety of styles, from large, heavy, triangular designs to small, round, and discreet earrings. Today's models are lighter and more comfortable, unlike the infamous clip-on earrings of the 80s, which were often painful for the earlobes.

Dangle earrings , or drop earrings, are generally made of various materials such as leather, natural stones , or metal . Delicate , teardrop-shaped, or ball-shaped, dangle earrings are mobile and add movement to your face. They are an essential accessory to enhance your evening outfit, perhaps paired with a beautiful necklace !

Sleeper earrings are vintage earrings with a curved post. The word "sleeper" comes from the original purpose of these earrings: they were used to prevent ear piercings from closing during the night. Many modern designs can be fitted with small sleeper earrings, as some women prefer them to other types of posts.

Choosing your ideal earrings

The shape of your jewelry isn't chosen at random: you should select it based on various aspects of your personality. This way, you'll choose styles that suit your face shape for a successful look. What width should your earrings be? Are these styles suitable for your diamond-shaped face ? Here are our tips!

Face shape and neck length

• If your face is square or rectangular, the goal is to soften the angular lines of your jaw and contours. Ideally, choose round shapes to elongate your face, such as silver-plated hoops or long earrings . However, avoid overly long accessories, which create a lengthening effect, especially if you have a rectangular face.

• Your face is triangular: you have a prominent chin. To balance the width of your chin, your ideal earrings are small hoops and short earrings like studs. Avoid statement jewelry that accentuates your features.

• If your face is heart-shaped or inverted triangle-shaped, with a wide forehead and a small chin, opt for wide-based styles like dangling teardrop earrings. Avoid large jewelry.

• If your face is round or diamond-shaped, with width at the cheekbones, studs and drop earrings will suit you perfectly! However, for round faces, avoid large hoops and other rounded earrings, and opt for graphic earrings to counterbalance the lack of angles on your face.

• Your face is long and narrow: this is the ideal face shape that will allow you to wear anything! You can choose wide jewelry to slim your features while favoring a less elongated effect on the face.

Is your neck long? Be careful not to wear jewelry that's too long, as it will make your neck appear narrower. Medium-sized jewelry is perfect for you! The same applies if you have a high forehead and hairline. For short necks, avoid overly long earrings at all costs, as they create a shortening effect, and instead opt for smaller styles.

Haircut

If you have short hair , you can wear simple or round shapes, such as silver-plated hoop earrings, to balance the boyish effect of the short cut. However, avoid overly large earrings.

Whether you have long or bobbed hair, this gives you more options! The longer your hair, the larger the jewelry that suits you can be, especially with an updo like a bun.

Good to know: to avoid irritation of the earlobe, remember to clean your earrings regularly.

Choose custom earrings

Our designer Céline offers unique and whimsical jewelry pieces created to reflect your personal style: earrings, bracelets , and necklaces. On the Nune website, you can explore our various collections of handcrafted accessories made in our workshop in France . You'll love our long, colorful earrings, hoops, and other jewelry, crafted from luxurious materials such as recycled leather , vegan cork , natural stones, and metal . For any questions about the accessories in our boutique, please don't hesitate to contact the Nune team.