Fashion Earrings

Costume jewelry earrings are an integral part of women's fashion accessories. The use of earrings among women dates back to 1500 BC. These little accessories add much to the face value of every woman. Earrings are worn in holes pierced on the sides of the ear, or more commonly, the earlobe. Let's find out more about this interesting piece of fashion jewelry.

Materials Used

Metal Glass Leather Plastic Terracotta Resin

Stone Wood Shell Bone Feather

Types
There are many types of earrings used in costume jewellery. The most common types are listed below.

Hoop earrings: These earrings are round or semi-circular, and resemble a ring. They usually have a metal tubing mechanism which requires a thin wire to be inserted into the tubular hoop. Hoop earrings are available in many designs. They may be beaded, studded, or enameled. Their designs vary according to the thickness of the hoop.

Dangle earrings/chandelier earrings: Dangle earrings are extremely popular among women. They are usually lightweight, and they are designed to just dangle. They are also known as chandelier earrings because of their elaborate hanging designs. Dangle earrings are available in many sizes and are sometimes so long that they brush against the wearer's shoulders!

Stud earrings: Stud earrings are also known as ear studs. These earrings are small when compared with dangler earrings, and give an impression of being 'studded' into the earlobe. They also owe this name to the most common style they are available in. Fashion stud earrings are often studded with synthetic stones. Stud earrings are attached to a post which is to be inserted into the pierced earlobe. It is held to the ear with a clutch inserted behind the earlobe.

Clip earrings: These earrings are also known as clip-on earrings. Women do not need to pierce their earlobes to wear these. They are convenient to wear, and just need to be clipped to the ears. Clip earrings are available in various patterns. They can be worn to formal and casual occasions. They are available in all materials ranging from metal to resin.

Design and style
Women's earrings are available in many styles and designs. Fashion jewelry earrings are made of a wide range of materials. Intricate designs may be carved onto metal, wood or terracotta earrings. Earrings may also be studded, beaded, or have charms in them. Favorite earring shapes include teardrop shapes/pear shapes and floral patterns.

Reversible earrings are making waves in the costume jewelry market trends. These earrings can be worn to two different occasions. They are also made of delicate materials like glass and feathers. The closure styles vary from conventional screw/clutch mechanisms to easy magnetic closures and French hooks which do not need closures. Earrings are available in personalized designs too.