How to Choose the Perfect Pair of Earrings for You

Earrings might be a simple accessory, but they are a great way to change your look and add some interest to any outfit. However, with so many different types of earrings to choose from, it can be all too easy to fall into the trap of wearing earrings that are fashionable but not the right choice for you. If you are looking for a new pair of earrings, then there are many different things to consider to help you choose the right pair. Here are some top tips for getting it just right. 

Your Face Shape

Depending on your face shape, earrings could make your face look wider, thinner, or longer depending on the style that you go for.

Square Face: If your forehead and jawline are a similar width, then earrings can be used to soften those hard edges. Opt for earrings that are medium to long with rounded edges. Oval shapes, circular earrings and hoop earrings all work well. Stay away from anything square-shaped like square studs as this won’t soften any edges and may end up having the opposite effect.

Long and Narrow Face: If your face is long and thin, then earrings can emphasise the width of your face and be used to add some balance. For example, clustered earrings, studs, and medium to large hoops are all good ideas for this face shape. Any kind of round earrings will help to add more width and fullness to your face.

Heart-Shaped Face: A heart-shaped face is when your forehead is wider than your cheeks, and the lower part of your face narrows similar to a heart shape. If this sounds like your face, then teardrop or chandelier earrings are an ideal option for balancing the sharp chin. Earrings that increase in width from the top to the bottom can help to balance your face by filling in the lower portion.

Round Face: If your face is round, meaning that it is widest at your cheekbones without a taper to the chin, then dangle or drop earrings are a great choice to slim your face down and elongate it. Avoid hoops, larger circular earrings, or button studs as these will only make your face look more circular.

Oval Face: If you have an oval face then you are in luck, as you can wear almost any shape of earring. However, if you want to go for the best effect, then simple studs or triangular earrings are a great choice for showing off your cheekbones.

Inverted Triangle Shaped Face: If your forehead is the widest part of your face and it tapers down to a narrow chin, then your face shape is an inverted triangle. This is quite similar to the heart shape; however, the main difference is that the inverted triangle is usually longer than the heart shape. Teardrop or chandelier earrings are a good choice for this face shape, as they will remove the emphasis from the wider forehead and add balance. 


Your Bone Structure

Another thing to consider when choosing the right earrings for you is your bone structure. If your bone structure is small and fine, then earrings that are fine, thin, flat, and delicate will be ideal for you, since anything heavier is likely to be overpowering. For a medium bone structure, medium weight and sizes of earrings will work well, while those with a larger bone structure can pull off chunkier, medium to large and heavier earrings. 


Your Lifestyle

It’s also important to consider your lifestyle and think about where you are going to be wearing the earrings before you go out and buy a new pair. If you’re going to be mainly wearing them at work, for example, then think about your office dress code and what is acceptable in your workplace. The more conservative your office, the more conservative your earrings will likely need to be. Classic styles in either silver or gold will usually work well. Large, dangly or hoop earrings might not always go down well in some fields, like law or finance, so go with a simple stud or sleeper. On the other hand, if you are looking for earrings to wear outside of the workplace, then you can choose based on your own personality and taste and have some fun finding a style that you like. 


Your Skin Undertones

When it comes to what colour earrings to choose, it’s not always easy to figure out if you suit gold, silver, or something different like rose gold. The best way to figure out your undertones is to look at the veins in your wrists and see if they are more of a blue or a green. If they are blue, you have cool undertones, while green means warm undertones. Ultimately, whether to get gold or silver jewellery comes down to your personal preference. However, if you want something that’s going to suit you best, then consider that cool undertones tend to suit light-coloured jewellery like white gold or silver earrings better. On the other hand, if you have warm undertones, then yellow gold or rose gold will be an amazing choice. 


Your Style

Last but not least, you of course have to think about your personal style and fashion taste when buying earrings as this will determine what you like and what you feel comfortable wearing. If you enjoy fashion that is feminine and pretty, then floral earrings or earrings with rounded and curvy details might be perfect for you. On the other hand, if you are quite arty and creative with your clothing and fashion choices, then you might be interested in more unique earring styles and perhaps a range of interesting colours. If you like modern fashion and clean lines, then go for straight edges and triangular or square shapes. Finally, if your fashion style is more classic or timeless, you can’t go wrong with simple hoops or diamond studs that never go out of style.

With so many options, choosing the right earrings for you isn’t always easy. Keep these tips in mind to figure out what next pair is going to suit you best. 


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