Why do we wear earrings?

Over the years, earrings became a symbol of womanhood and a sign of identification. Even in ancient times, women wore earrings. We associate the earlobe with financial stability and social status. As you can imagine, this applies even more with diamond earrings. Earrings are an additional piece women wear to bring out their grace, beauty and elegance. Earrings make her feel divine. Most earrings are designed for women. There is also diamond jewelry for men, including earrings. But most earrings are exclusively designed for women.

Different types of diamond earrings

Did you know there are many different types of diamond earrings? We compiled a list for you of the 6 most common ones:

Studs
Hoops
Huggies
J-Hoops
Drops
Dangles
Chandeliers

Stud earrings

Stud earrings, or studs, are one of the most famous kinds of diamond earrings. Studs are small, simple earrings. They are fit for everyday use. The size, shape and material of the earrings is a matter of personal taste. However, they all have in common that they are directly attached to the earlobe and don’t dangle. A classic example of stud earrings are solitaire studs. Diamond studs glam up every outfit and you won't have to be afraid to overdo it. We often consider diamond stud earrings as one of the jewelry pieces every woman should own.

Hoop earrings

One of the types of diamond earrings that seem to never go out of style are the hoop earrings. Distinctive of the diamond hoops is obviously the shape. These earrings come in many different sizes. From tiny 10 mm hoops to impossibly large hoops that are more than 70 mm! We often see celebrities wearing the latter mentioned huge XL hoops. But many hoops are actually a bit more subtle and sophisticated. A set of small hoop earrings is suitable for an everyday look. Whereas bigger hoops are considered more evening wear.

Huggie hoops

Technically, huggie hoops belong to the subcategory of hoop earrings. But I wanted to mention them separately. Not only because diamond huggies are very popular, but also because they are a bit thicker than regular hoop earrings. You can find them in almost every true diamond lover’s jewelry box. Chances are you also see them on your Instagram feed. From celebrities to influencers, everyone shows how to rock these diamond huggies. The huggie hoop earrings fit closely around the earlobe. It looks like they hug the earlobe, hence the name. Because these earrings fit so tight, the hinge is usually (nearly) invisible when they are worn.

J-Hoop earrings

Another type of diamond earrings that you might expect under hoop earrings are the J-hoops. J-hoop earrings thank their name to their design. Instead of a full circle, the j-hoop looks more like a partial circle. The back of the earring is open. The remaining part of the earring looks like the letter J. Design-wise, j-hoops actually look a lot like huggie hoop earrings, but they don’t go all the way around.

Drop earrings

The name already explains it. Diamond drop earrings are those that ‘drop’ just below the earlobe. They are stationary or move just a little bit. Often, the earring is all one piece. In rare occasions, the earrings are not completely solid. For example when there is a diamond or a gemstone hanging on the bottom. But most often, they are simply one whole. Because these earrings are so inflexible, drop earrings are usually not very large. Drop earrings look a lot like dangle earrings. If the drop earring features a pear cut diamond, we call it a teardrop earring.

Dangle earrings

People often mistake dangles for drops. A dangle can be a drop but a drop cannot be a dangle. As you know, drop earrings to not move – unless they move together with the body. But diamond dangle earrings typically hang below the earlobe and move. There are countless of styles, sizes and types of dangle earrings. Some are very short and modest, like a single chain dropping from the hook and holding an ornament. But they can also be bigger and have multiple layers. Some dangle earrings are so big, they (almost) reach the shoulder. We call these kind of earrings shoulder dusters. You know, because they dust the shoulder – well, sort of.

Chandelier earrings

When you hear the term ‘chandelier’ your mind probably immediately drifts off to lavish ballrooms with chandeliers on the ceiling. Well, your mind is not wrong. But instead of on the ceiling, the chandelier is attached to your ear. Chandelier earrings, or chandeliers in short, are ear jewels that hang like extravagant light fixtures. Just like a chandelier on the ceiling, the chandelier earrings instantly draw the attention. We don’t consider this kind of diamond earrings one for everyday use. You probably spot them more often on formal and festive occasions.

Earrings at Royal Coster Diamonds

Now you know the different types of diamond earrings. The kind of earring you choose depends on your personal taste and the occasion. If you look for something for everyday use you may opt for something smaller or more subtle. But if you want to stand out at a special event, you probably want something bigger. If you are struggling to find the pair of earrings you’re looking for, you can always browse our collection of diamond earrings or contact us. Our diamond consultants are standing by to help you find the perfect pair.